Summer should feel carefree—but for neurodivergent children (and their parents), the season can bring unique challenges. Disrupted routines, sensory overload, and new environments often mean one thing: more meltdowns.

In this episode, we unpack what meltdowns really are (hint: not "bad behavior" but a nervous system in overdrive) and how you can respond with calm, compassion, and connection.

You’ll learn:

• Why meltdowns happen, and how to reframe them as communication rather than defiance
• Practical strategies for keeping structure during summer holidays, including visual timetables and sensory planning
• How the THRIVE framework can guide you step by step through even the stormiest moments
• Why parent self-care isn’t optional—it’s essential

Through real-life examples (like Jane’s beach day meltdown and my Saturday night out), we’ll explore how to meet your child’s overwhelm with empathy while also caring for your own needs.

If you’ve ever felt drained or unsure of what to do in the face of a summer meltdown, this episode will give you both perspective and practical tools to bring more ease to your days.

🔗 To connect with Dr Hannah visit: www.hrdconsultancy.co.uk

💻 To watch Dr Hannah's latest training visit: https://nurture.hrdconsultancy.co.uk/thriveregister310747

💛 To access our Resources for Parents, head to: https://hrdconsultancy.co.uk/multi-purpose-4848-3441-9490

For many parents of neurodivergent children, the long summer break can feel less like a holiday and more like a marathon. In this practical and empowering episode, Dr. Hannah shares survival strategies to help your family navigate the weeks ahead with more ease, joy, and connection.

You’ll discover:

• 📅 How to create structure & predictability with visual timetables, timers, and simple routines.
• 🎧 Sensory support strategies — from toolkits to calm-down spaces — to prevent overwhelm on outings.
• 🗣 Social and boredom-busting ideas, including role-play, social stories, and activity jars.
• 💗 Parent self-care tips you can fit into just 10 minutes a day.

Whether you’re juggling sensory needs, social challenges, or the endless “What are we doing today?” questions, these tips will help you plan a summer that works for your child — and for you.

✨ Plus: Get our FREE E-Book on "40 Summer Holiday Survival Tips" by heading to: https://nurture.hrdconsultancy.co.uk/summersurvive

🔗 To connect with Dr Hannah visit: www.hrdconsultancy.co.uk

💻 To watch Dr Hannah's latest training visit: https://nurture.hrdconsultancy.co.uk/thriveregister310747

💛 To access our Resources for Parents, head to: https://hrdconsultancy.co.uk/multi-purpose-4848-3441-9490

In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Hannah sits down with Nisha Batra — an early childhood educator and passionate disability advocate — to explore her journey of growing up with a nonverbal learning disability.

Nisha opens up about:

• 🌱 Her personal story of navigating spatial awareness, organization, and social challenges while discovering her passion for working with children.
• 💬 The struggles of growing up misunderstood — and how stigma in her cultural background impacted her early years.
• 🏫 The power of inclusive environments and why normalizing difference benefits all children.
• 🌈 Encouragement for young people with disabilities: a message of perseverance, self-worth, and hope.

Dr. Hannah reflects on Nisha’s journey from isolation to empowerment, underscoring ThriveAbility’s mission to celebrate diverse abilities and create communities where every child feels valued.

✨ Whether you’re a parent, educator, or advocate, this episode will leave you with renewed hope and practical wisdom for fostering true inclusion.

Connect with Nisha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswantransformation/

🔗 To connect with Dr Hannah visit: www.hrdconsultancy.co.uk

💻 To watch Dr Hannah's latest training visit: https://nurture.hrdconsultancy.co.uk/thriveregister310747

💛 To access our Resources for Parents, head to: https://hrdconsultancy.co.uk/multi-purpose-4848-3441-9490