The Kids Are Alright AKA The Parents’ Thread

[Glenda's Legs]

@Junior19 (and also @Muttley) - that’s some truly insightful - and hugely articulate - posting. It has given me a great deal to think about, having an autistic-diagnosed grand niece.
Such a complex subject.

 

[Muttley]

@Junior19 (and also @Muttley) - that’s some truly insightful - and hugely articulate - posting. It has given me a great deal to think about, having an autistic-diagnosed grand niece.
Such a complex subject.

Thanks. You won't go far wrong with a load of natural love and providing a trusted and safe environment. When my nieces visit, I always have off-limits rooms in the house available for them to hang out in. If the pressure builds on them, they can just debunk to their safe place. It's the same at their grandads. They visit, but you may not necessarily see much of them. I never raise my voice in their company and I don't expect (but sometimes get) cuddles.

You soon get used to the routine as uncles and aunties. It's the parents that have the tough gig. I've had many long heart to hearts with my little sis especially as the pressure built on her over the years. It's actually driven us closer than we ever were to be fair.