It’s the winter holiday season and there are big expectations and increasing triggers. It’s a time of year to celebrate but it can be very challenging for many families. Anna talks openly about why this time of year may be difficult, how it can feel and gives some ideas of how best to cope.

Anna talks to a young woman who experienced anxiety as a child and as a young adult. They discuss the impact it has on an individual and share some ideas of how to cope.

Anna talks to Natallia a young woman who has grown up as the older sister to a brother with additional support needs. Natallia discusses the impact of this on her life in the past, present and future.

This is the story of my personal experience of the adoption process from application to matching. Plus a wee special appearance from two wonderful guests.

Anna discusses how sleep is important and can be a challenging issue for children with additional support needs as well as their families.

In support of ADHD awareness month Anna in this episodes talks openly about the disorder. Anna chats about the cause, symptoms and some simple strategies to support individuals who have ADHD.

As part of FASD awareness month Anna discusses what FASD is and how it impacts people’s lives. #FASD #FASDAWARENESS #BeAware

Anna discusses what compassion fatigue is and how it could be impactful to parents and carers of young people with additional support needs.

Listen to a first hand account a parent sharing their story of raising a child with additional support needs. Karyn is open and honest about the challenges and joys of parenting and the impact it can have on a family.

Listen to a first hand account a parent sharing their story of raising a child with additional support needs. Karyn is open and honest about the challenges and joys of parenting and the impact it can have on a family.