They’re not being defiant.
They’re not “just refusing.”
They’re overwhelmed — and their nervous system is calling the shots.

In this solo episode, Jackie Hall dives deep into the emotional and physiological roots of “school can’t” — when a child literally cannot face the school day.

We explore:
– Why school environments can feel traumatic to some children
– The 6 key stress categories that stack until they crack
– How to support safety first — not compliance
– And what to do when you’re being told to “just get them there”

For any parent or educator navigating the heartbreak of school-based anxiety and shutdowns — this episode offers clarity, validation, and a way forward.

🌿 Learn more about our Autism Parenting Program at The Parental Stress Centre

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What if autism wasn’t the problem — but how we’ve been taught to see it, was?

In this episode, Jackie shares a heartfelt and honest conversation about parenting autistic children through the first two lenses of her SUPER Framework: Self-Awareness and Understanding.

We explore:

• What you believe about autism — and how it can shape your approach to autism

• Why behaviour is communication

• How to shift from the “deficit” model to a neuro-affirming approach to Autism

• How executive functioning, sensory overload, and social differences show up in everyday life

• Why your child’s identity doesn’t need to be reshaped — but their environment might

Whether you’re navigating meltdowns, overwhelm, or just trying to find your feet — this episode is a gentle reset.

It's not teaching you 'another new strategy.' It's giving you a new lens.

🎧 Listen now — and let’s begin with you.

Learn more about our Autism Parenting Program here.

Ever felt like you’re the only family not following the script?
In this episode, Jackie chats with Sarah — a mum of four neurodivergent teens — about what happens when you stop trying to parent “right” and start parenting real.
They explore the early missteps, the power of self-diagnosis, and how burnout became the wake-up call Sarah didn’t know she needed. From ADHD to autism, perfectionism to self-worth, this is one of our most honest episodes yet.
We talk about:
- Recognising your own neurodivergence through your kids
- The chaos of trying to parent like everyone else
- Why flexibility, humour, and self-compassion are essential
- Letting go of who you thought you should be
This is for every parent trying to do it differently — and wondering if they’re doing it wrong.
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