Today, I’m diving deep into one of the most emotionally charged parts of parenting: your child’s friendships.
I’ll show you how to read what their social world is really telling you, how to recognise what’s developmentally normal, and how to support them without stepping in too fast or taking over.
I will explain the difference between friendship friction and genuine red flags, how to coach your child from the sidelines, and how to make home the safest place for them to talk about their social world. I also unpack the unique challenges neurodiverse children face in friendships and give you clear, practical things you can right now to help.
If you’ve ever worried about your child being left out, dropped, overwhelmed, or stuck in friendship drama, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for what to do next.
So take a seat, pour yourself a cuppa, and enjoy the conversation…
Highlights from this episode:
00:46 - Friendships are developmental
04:45 - The foundations of a healthy friendship
11:11 - Things you can do
15:05 - Quality over quantity
18:39 - Know what is age appropriate
22:25 - The three parts of an apology
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