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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 20 MIN

What to Ask Before Moving Abroad with a Child with Unique Needs (ADHD, Autism & More)

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Big move coming… but have you thought about what support your child will actually need on the other side? In this week’s episode, we talk about a part of moving abroad that often gets pushed to the bottom of the list in the middle of visas, housing, and endless bureaucracy: how to plan well for a child with invisible needs. We unpack why so many families don’t realize just how different support systems can look from country to country, especially when they’re coming from places where services are more built in. We also talk about the fear of sharing a diagnosis too early, the risk of waiting too long, and how asking the right questions ahead of time can make all the difference in finding the right school, therapies, and overall quality of life for your family. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why some details in support planning can get overlooked during an international move - What questions to ask schools before enrolling your child - The importance of documentation and how to get it - How to create a simple roadmap of your child’s needs before you move   If you are looking for support, get in touch and share your questions and concerns at: [email protected] Find us on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube! Follow Tara! Follow Shaenelle!

Big move coming… but have you thought about what support your child will actually need on the other side? In this week’s episode, we talk about a part of moving abroad that often gets pushed to the bottom of the list in the middle of visas, housing, and endless bureaucracy: how to plan well for a child with invisible needs. We unpack why so many families don’t realize just how different support systems can look from country to country, especially when they’re coming from places where services are more built in. We also talk about the fear of sharing a diagnosis too early, the risk of waiting too long, and how asking the right questions ahead of time can make all the difference in finding the right school, therapies, and overall quality of life for your family. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why some details in support planning can get overlooked during an international move - What questions to ask schools before enrolling your child - The importance of documentation and how to get it - How to create a simple roadmap of your child’s needs before you move   If you are looking for support, get in touch and share your questions and concerns at: [email protected] Find us on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube! Follow Tara! Follow Shaenelle!

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