Parent Guidance

Waiting can be hard when the duration is uncertain, bodies are close together and there is nothing clear to do. […]

Public toilets can combine unfamiliar layouts, loud hand dryers, echoing flushes, strong smells, queues and uncertain cleanliness. For an autistic

A sleepover is not a required childhood milestone. Some autistic and ADHD children enjoy the adventure; others would rather visit

Handwashing can look simple to an adult, but it combines water temperature, splashing, slippery soap, strong smells, noisy taps and

A supermarket can demand a lot at once: bright lighting, humming refrigerators, food smells, crowded aisles, waiting and countless tempting

A hearing test may involve a quiet booth, headphones, close-up ear equipment, unfamiliar sounds and waiting for instructions. For an

Sun protection can be difficult when sunscreen feels sticky, hats press on the head or a rushed adult approaches without

Animals can bring joy, routine and companionship, but safety depends on adults—not on expecting a child or pet to manage

A power cut can remove lights, fans, Wi-Fi, favourite activities and communication-device charging without warning. For an autistic or ADHD

Water can be joyful and regulating, but safety cannot depend on one skill or one adult remembering everything. Some autistic