Under 8yrs: When Home Feels Hard: Virtual Autism MyTime

Home can sometimes feel like the place where everything unravels, the big feelings, the tears, the exhaustion, but it’s also a sign of safety. After holding it together all day, home is where your child can exhale and release everything they’ve been holding in. 

In this session, we’ll discuss how creating a low-demand home life can help to support your child’s wellbeing and bring more ease for everyone. When you slow things down, reduce pressure, and honour your child’s needs, home can become the space your whole family needs to rest, reconnect, and recharge. 

In this peer group we’ll explore 
• How reducing demands can support regulation, confidence, and wellbeing 
• Why big feelings often surface at home and what this tells us about safety and trust 
• How honouring your child’s needs can bring more connection for the whole family 

This group is facilitated by Kristy 
Kristy is a proud mum to Dash, who is Autistic and has ADHD, just like his mum. She’s passionate about connecting with other families and celebrating neurodivergent joy and all the strengths that come with thinking differently. 

 
Who this event is for 

• Parents and carers of Autistic and neurodivergent children 8 years and under including those who are exploring or awaiting a diagnosis. 

• These sessions are just for parents and carers. If you’re a professional, please click here to visit our Professionals page for more information. 

 
What to expect 

• Interactive sessions guided by an experienced Autistic parent peer facilitator 

• A welcoming space to talk, connect, share experiences and learn together with other parents and carers. 

• Sessions are not recorded to respect and protect participants’ privacy 

Important information 

• This event will be held online via Zoom.  

• By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the MyTime member consent statement.  

• As part of your event registration, you’ve been added to our mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time. 

• MyTime is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services and nationally coordinated by the Parenting Research Centre. 

• Belongside Families provides general information, peer support, and shared lived experience— we do not provide medical/professional advice or counselling. Any information shared during the event is intended to support and empower families and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or care.