How Do We Get Kids the Support They Need Without an IEP | Full-Tilt Parenting

In this Parent Lean-In episode, I’m joined by Margaret Webb to answer a listener’s question about a challenge so many parents face—when a child seems to hold it together at school, only to fall apart at home. We explore what might really be happening beneath the surface, including masking, the toll it takes, and how tools like routines, 504 plans, and even spoon theory can help.

Margaret and I also share strategies for creating smoother transitions between school and home, ways to help kids conserve and replenish their energy throughout the day, and why affirming conversations about neurodiversity and self-advocacy matter. If you’ve ever felt alone navigating this situation, this episode offers both insight and practical solutions to better support your child.

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00:00 Introduction to Full Tilt Parenting
00:52 Understanding the Challenges of Neurodivergent Kids
01:32 Exploring Support Options Without an IEP
05:05 The Importance of Routine and Structure
07:19 Spoon Theory and Energy Management
09:10 Masking and Self-Advocacy for Kids
11:25 Transitioning from School to Home
13:04 Building Resilience in Neurodivergent Kids

Show Notes for Episode 460
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