When the World Is on Holiday… But Neurodivergent Families Are Still in the Trenches

The school gates have closed, but for many of us raising autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent children, the real work has just begun. In this heartfelt episode of Inclusive Stories After Dark, Brooklyn shares what summer really looks like for SEND parents: the invisible weight, the lack of support, the grief, but also the small joys, glimmers of rest, and moments of light we often forget to notice.With honest storytelling, gentle humour, and grounded advice, this is not a “how-to” episode. It is a “me too”, a soft space to feel less alone and more understood.What We Talk About in This Episode:Why summer is not a break for many neurodivergent familiesThe invisible load of managing sensory needs, routines, and meltdownsThe importance of shrinking the day, creating small anchors, and redefining what a “good” day looks likeReal tips for finding calm, joy, and breathing space during the holidaysYour questions, answered in our “Ask Brooklyn” segment, from holiday guilt to parenting burnoutAnd a whole lot of softness, truth, and solidarity for the season aheadStay Connected with Inclusive StoriesWe love hearing from our community! Whether you have a question, want to share your story, or collaborate, here’s how you can reach us:Website: www.inclusivestoriesbox.co.uk 📧 Email: [email protected] Instagram: @inclusivestories 📘 TikTok: @Inclusivestoriesbox Facebook: Inclusive Stories YouTube: Inclusive Stories Box Podcast Home: Inclusive Stories PodcastIf you’re a parent, carer, educator or advocate looking for inclusive children’s books and sensory-friendly resources, we’d love to welcome you into our growing family.Music by Sergei Chetvertnykh from Pixabay#SENDMum #NeurodivergentParent #AutismAwareness #InclusiveStoriesAfterDark