Coco,

Have you ever found yourself wondering:

Do I need to say something here?

Maybe a teacher has misunderstood your child’s behavior. A coach gives instructions you know won’t stick. A family member makes a comment that leaves your child feeling ashamed or misunderstood.

Part of you wants to jump in and explain.

But another part wonders…

Am I helping—or am I speaking for my child when I should be letting them speak for themselves?

That’s one of the trickiest parts of advocating for a child with ADHD.

Our kids need us in their corner. Sometimes they genuinely need us to help the people around them understand what’s happening beneath the behavior.

But they also need opportunities to recognize their own needs, ask for support, and eventually advocate for themselves.

So how do we know when to step in—and when to step back?

That’s what we’re exploring in this week’s blog.

[Read: Be Their Voice—Until They Find Their Own →]

Because the goal isn’t to be your child’s voice forever.

It’s to help them find their own.

Warmly,

Coco & Vicky