The end of the year brings so much with it. School events, family plans, celebrations and appointments. All while the everyday family things still need to happen too.

It also brings plenty of expectations about what we should do, where we should be and what our children should take part in.

This conversation is a chance to connect with other parents and carers. We’ll talk about managing those expectations in ways that work for you and your family.

Share your experiences and talk about things like:

Managing expectations from family, friends and other people

Saying no, changing plans or doing things differently when your family needs to

Working out what feels manageable for your child

Putting boundaries in place that support you, your child and your family

This is an online peer group

Virtual MyTime brings parents and carers together to talk and connect over topics families may be navigating.

Guided by a facilitator who is a peer, with space to hear from families, share your own experiences, or just listen.

This peer group discussion is not recorded, to respect and protect participants’ privacy.

Who this peer group is for

Parents and carers living in Australia raising children with disability, developmental delay, Autism, rare and genetic conditions and high medical needs.
These sessions are just for parents and carers. If you’re a professional, please click here to visit our Professionals page for more information.

MyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. It is coordinated nationally by the Parenting Research Centre. Belongside Families proudly delivers MyTime on behalf of Playgroup NSW.

Contact the host of Managing End of Year Expectations: Virtual MyTime