Top 5 things I'd do if I just realized my child was neurodivergent

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Summary

Let me tell you about the top five actions I would take if I just discovered my child was neurodivergent. I emphasize the importance of pausing to process the information, embracing accommodations, documenting progress, taking proactive steps for occupational therapy, and communicating about neurodivergence in a positive and affirming light. 

Takeaways

Pause and process before taking action.

Accommodations can make daily life easier.

Documenting progress helps recognize growth.

Don't wait for referrals; seek occupational therapy directly.

Communicate about neurodivergence in a positive way.

Links & Resources: 

• Instagram video: how to ask your pediatrician for an OT referral 
• Autistic/ Neurodivergent content creators:
  • Livedexperienceeducator
  • Neurodivergent_lou
  • Itsthatparent
  • Toren.wolf
  • Neurodivergent_insights
  • Blackspectrumscholar
  • Fidgets.and.fries
  • Neurotatical 

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