When your parenting journey changes course, so do your friendships. Here’s how I learned to grieve, grow, and guard my peace.

The days before Elias’ birthday are always the hardest. Grief and joy can coexist — and it’s okay to feel both deeply.

‘Did you know before he was born?’ Some questions carry more weight than we realise. Curiosity is fine — but compassion matters more.

Balancing the needs of all your children isn’t easy, but inclusion means making sure every child knows they always belong

Trump’s Tylenol claim isn’t science — it’s blame. Autism isn’t a mother’s fault. Parent carers deserve support, not shame.

Parent carer guilt is brutal. One missed appointment feels like failure, even when you’ve fought endlessly to be heard.

It’s not enough our children fight daily battles; we’re forced to fight too, for the basic right of accessibility and inclusion.

Finding the right way to discipline a child with complex needs can feel like walking a tightrope — especially when there’s a sibling watching and learning.

Not every bad day needs a diagnosis. Sometimes kids are just off; and parent carers deserve space to be human too.

Story Explorers at the British Library: joyful chaos, inclusive fun, and Elias leading the party train. Get there early — trust me!

When hugs aren’t comforting. Parenting a child with tactile defensiveness means learning to love in ways that don’t involve touch.

Elias’ little brother is now overtaking him — first the milestones, now in size. Bittersweet moments in our beautifully complex world.

To the dads who show up, stay strong, and love loudly in the quiet moments—we see you. Happy Father's Day from all of us at CPG.

For parent carers, work isn’t just about income it’s about survival. The balance is delicate, and too often, inflexible systems push us out

Missing milestones at home while your child thrives at school is bittersweet. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t make you a bad parent.

School holidays + complex needs = chaos. We’re surviving with snacks, humour & a backup plan. Here’s how we’re navigating Easter!

Pampers’ Size 9 nappies are a win for SEND families, yet headlines focus on the wrong issues. This is about dignity, not controversy

Happy Mother’s Day to all the warriors, the advocates, the caregivers

Raising a child with additional needs has enriched our lives beyond belief, this is just a part of him and not a limitation to his happiness

When parenting a child with complex needs, some struggles - like sleepless nights - become joys. His voice is loud, but it’s a gift.