Author: How Do I Human?
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Social Success: How Stepping Back Helped My Autistic Child Leap Forward
After years of tears and overwhelm, my autistic son H asked to go on a playdate—and thrived. No meltdowns, no drama, just joy. Here’s how stepping back from social pressure created the space he needed to move forward in his own time.
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I Knew the Kids Would Struggle With the Summer Holidays—But I Forgot About Me
I planned for my kids to have a gentle start to summer—but forgot to plan for myself. Here’s how I faced a personal meltdown, what I’ve learned as a neurodivergent parent, and why your wellbeing matters just as much as your children’s.
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I Avoided Burnout—And Maybe You Can Too
Burnout was looming—and for once, I saw it coming. Over the past three weeks, I faced a perfect storm of stress, overwhelm, and sensory chaos… but I didn’t crash. In this post, I’m sharing the real-life strategies that helped me dodge autistic burnout, protect my mental health, and stay (mostly) functional through it all. If…
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To Push Through or Withdraw? Managing Your Child’s Stress for Long-Term Success
Knowing when to push through and when to pull back is key to supporting neurodivergent children. In this post, I share how I’ve learned to read the difference between emotional venting and true distress in my autistic and ADHD kids—and how honouring those signs has helped them thrive at school without burning out.
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How Parenting My Neurodivergent Kids Helped Me Heal My Own Childhood Wounds
Parenting can be powerful and healing—especially for neurodivergent parents raising neurodivergent children. Here’s how one camping trip reminded me of how far we’ve come.
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How to Talk to Teachers About Your Neurodivergent Child (Without Getting Dismissed)
Is your child calm at school but melting down at home? You’re not alone. Many neurodivergent children “mask” during the day, only to unravel when they’re finally safe. This post explores why that happens and offers practical advice for talking to teachers when you feel dismissed or unheard. Learn how to advocate for your child…
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10 Signs Your Quiet Preschooler Might Be Autistic (and It’s Not Just Shyness)
Think your quiet preschooler is just shy? Here are 10 subtle signs they might be struggling—and why early support matters. Learn the red flags of autism in young children.
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I’m Not Being Difficult — I’m Autistic: Learning to Honour My Needs Without Guilt
Struggling to set boundaries as an autistic adult? Learn how recognising your sensory and emotional needs isn’t selfish — and why self-advocacy leads to healthier relationships.
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Finding Balance: Routine Strategies for Autistic ADHD Minds
If you’re both autistic and ADHD, chances are you know exactly what I’m talking about: the chaotic tug-of-war between craving routine and rejecting it entirely. I’ve never coped well with schedules. Free time is a minefield – too much to do, too little focus to do it, and I often end up frozen, doing absolutely…
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Buddy the School Transition Bear: Helping Autistic Children Cope with Big Changes
When my husband returned from a work trip with a couple of free teddy bears, I smiled politely. Cute, yes. But nothing groundbreaking—until I noticed something that made me stop in my tracks. The bears were wearing little yellow T-shirts… the exact same colour as the school uniform my four-year-old, E, will be wearing in…
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