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How to Build Trust With Neurodivergent Kids and the Adults Who Love Them
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- Jun 17, 2026
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Summary
What Burnout, Trust, and Real Support Look Like for Neurodivergent Kids and Their Families If you’ve ever wondered what real support actually looks like for a neurodivergent child and their family, this conversation will stay with you. In this episode, I sit down with Antoinette Elliott to talk about the things many people miss: parent burnout, the quiet signs behind a child’s behavior, and why feeling understood can change everything. We get honest about what families carry, what trust really takes, and why some childcare spaces help children settle while others make things worse. I’m also sharing a conversation that raises big questions around school fit, foster care, behavior support, and what happens when adults focus on control instead of connection. If you support a child with autism, ADHD, or other disabilities, you’ll hear why the “right” environment matters more than most people think—and what to notice before a crisis hits. About the Guest Antoinette Elliott is the founder of All Our Children and has spent years creating supportive childcare spaces for families, including those raising neurodivergent children and foster children. Her work centers on meeting children where they are and helping families feel seen, safe, and supported. Key Timestamps 0:12 - What Antoinette saw families carrying behind closed doors 4:33 - What parent burnout looks like in real life 8:49 - What adults often miss when a child is struggling 15:49 - Why parents shouldn’t hide their child’s needs from schools 24:59 - What can change when a child finally feels understood 27:15 - The moment trust starts for overwhelmed families 29:46 - What an RBT does and why the right fit matters 40:05 - Regulation vs. control in childcare settings 42:14 - What foster families really need and why it’s…