Hi, I’m Amy — and welcome to my PDA parenting blog. I’m a mum, writer, and advocate, sharing the ups and downs of raising my incredible son who has a PDA profile.
My PDA Parenting Journey
When our journey began, I felt lost in the maze of school struggles, meltdowns, and the endless search for answers. Along the way, I discovered that sharing our story not only helps me process the challenges but also connects me with others walking a similar path.
What You’ll Find on This Blog
Through my PDA parenting blog The Questions of My Child, I write openly about life with PDA — the strategies that help, the misunderstandings we face, and the moments of joy that shine through. My hope is that by telling our story, other parents feel less alone, better understood, and a little more supported.
This isn’t a guidebook or a set of rules — it’s one parent’s journey, full of questions, learning, and love.
Why Sharing Our PDA Story Matters
For years, I searched for PDA parenting resources that felt real—not clinical, not academic, but from a parent who truly gets it. PDA parenting looks different from traditional autism parenting, and even different from ADHD parenting. The demand avoidance, the anxiety-driven responses, the way my son navigates the world—it all requires a completely different approach.
When we first started this journey, I felt isolated. The usual parenting advice didn’t work. The autism strategies I found online weren’t quite right. It took time to discover the PDA community and realize we weren’t alone.
What I’ve Learned Along the Way
Through seven years of answering my son’s questions—some funny, some heartbreaking, all meaningful—I’ve learned that:
- Every question deserves a real answer. Even when I’m exhausted, even when I don’t know the answer myself, taking the time to respond with honesty and respect matters.
- Flexibility is everything. What works one day might not work the next. PDA parenting means constantly adapting, recalibrating, and letting go of how I thought parenting “should” look.
- Connection over compliance. My relationship with my son is more important than following traditional parenting rules that simply don’t work for us.
- The small moments count. Between the meltdowns and challenges, there are beautiful moments of curiosity, creativity, and connection that make it all worthwhile.
How This Blog Helps Other Parents
Since starting The Questions of My Child, I’ve connected with parents around the world who are navigating similar challenges. Whether you’re waiting for an assessment, struggling with school refusal, dealing with co-parenting disagreements about PDA, or simply trying to survive another sleepless night—you’re not alone. This blog is here to remind you that your feelings are valid, your child is amazing, and there is a community of people who understand.
Popular Posts to Get Started
If you’re new here and wondering where to begin, these posts are a great place to start understanding PDA parenting:
On the PDA Assessment Journey:
- 18 Months and Counting: What No One Tells You About Waiting for an Autism and ADHD Assessment – The reality of NHS wait times and Right to Choose
Understanding PDA & Neurodivergence:
- Why Is Everybody Obsessed With Jokes? – Literal thinking and social communication
- Does My Sister Love Her Friends More Than Her Family? – Emotional development and sibling relationships
Daily Life & Regulation:
- What’s On Your Mind? – The mental load of PDA parenting
- Can You Massage My Legs? – Sensory seeking and regulation strategies
Let’s Connect
Any questions or comments feel free to contact me, or follow me on all my platforms:
📧 thequestionsofmychild@gmail.com
📱 Instagram | X (Twitter) | Tumblr | Facebook