Life as a SEN mum

The misconception is that everyone is praying for a diagnosis as a way having some excuse for their child’s “bad behaviour” or to claim extra money. Yes the number of children, and adults, diagnosed has increased but trust me, it is no mean feat to get a diagnosis, and honestly, as much as we wouldn’t…

When I first started this a few years ago, I thought it would be brilliant, I think I underestimated what I’d let myself in for. But seen as the kids have been asking when the elves are arriving since 1st November I don’t think I’m going to get away with leaving them in the back…

We’ve been through speech therapy now with both kids, and had very different experiences both times. It can be extremely stressful at times, with the long waits for appointments etc, it definitely wasn’t made easier with appointments done via zoom during the pandemic. With both kids, the first step before we even received a referral…

“Remember, remember the fifth of NovemberGunpowder, treason and plot.I see no reason, why gunpowder treasonShould ever be forgot.” Usually we keep things quiet for bonfire night. Mostly because we’ve never been sure quite how either James or Charlotte would react to a busy event. But this year, after a tip off from a friend (who…

Last week we packed up, head up to Yorkshire and went on some lovely Hallowe’en days out. Read on for what we thought… Eden Camp- Malton This is a must for history lovers. We went on Tuesday 25th when they had a free Halloween bingo trail. It really did encourage the kids to spend time…

I’ve had a few people reach out recently and ask about the referral process, so hopefully I can shed a little insight. This is our journey. Compared to some it’s been straightforward, still by no means easy. There will be part 2 coming where I’ll discuss in more detail some of the signs to look…

Love it or hate it, Hallowe’en is just around the corner, and for all parents it’s yet another holiday that can come with a range of issues. Whether it’s the pressure to go all out with decor and outfits brought about by social media, which lets face it, this year adds yet another strain to…

Just a little about me and the blog. I’m Kate, SAHM to 2 darling children, James (8) and Charlotte (4). Both have a diagnosis of Autism (ASD). The whole purpose of this blog is to share the ups and downs of every day life. For anyone going through the process of a diagnosis or has…