For all parents, having a little one has its challenges. But sometimes there are specific challenges that parents of a child with complex needs or a disability face. Because of their needs, they may learn more slowly, look different, or behave differently to other children. Or if they have a disability that you can鈥檛 see, like autism, you may feel others judge you and your child鈥檚 behaviour and you might feel you need to explain. As a parent, you know your child best and you鈥檙e the best person to decide if and how you discuss their disability with others. Some people prefer to talk openly about the problems they face and others don鈥檛鈥 Either way it鈥檚 fine 鈥搃t鈥檚 your choice.
Children with disabilities or complex needs might act differently, learn differently or look different to other children.
You know your child best and it's up to you whether it's something you want to explain or discuss with others.
