Parenting Beyond the Norm: Embracing Neurodiversity with Empathy and Compassion

This week Dr. Kim is chatting with Sara Furlong. Sara is an author, writer, and creative director with nearly two decades of experience in media and storytelling. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s Radio and Television Arts program, she has built her career crafting engaging narratives for film, television, literature and advertising. As the author of the best-selling Every Brain is Beautiful series, Sara strives to introduce neurodiversity to children in a way that fosters understanding and empathy, helping young readers gain insight into themselves and others. Beyond her creative work, Sara is a dedicated advocate for accessibility and inclusion, especially in travel. Through her social media platform, @_havemorefun, she shares accessible travel tips and activities, inspired by her experiences as a mother to an Autistic son. Recognized as a family travel expert on Canadian TV and podcasts, Sara is driven by a vision to make travel accessible and inclusive for all.