So, Now What? Life After Your Child's Autism or ADHD Diagnosis with Greer Jones

Greer Jones, host of The Unfinished Idea podcast is back on the show. Since we last spoke she's launched the Beautifully Wired Summit, a free three-day online event for mums raising girls with ADHD and autism, and her first book, So, Now What? is out in November. We talk about:The moment Greer realised she had ADHD herselfWhy she wrote her book and decided to run a summitAnd the benefits of breathwork If you're at the start of this journey and feeling completely on your own, this one's for you.About Greer JonesGreer Jones is a speaker, writer and podcast host who is passionate about building understanding and connection in the neurodiverse world. As a mum raising an autistic and ADHD child, and part of a neurodivergent couple herself, she brings honesty, empathy and lived experience to her work. She is the creator of The Unfinished Idea podcast and online community, where she offers encouragement, practical tools and a reminder that no one has to walk this journey alone. Her story has been featured in podcasts, conferences and publications, inspiring families to embrace their unique path with hope and courage.Key TakeawaysGirls and women with ADHD and autism are still being missed, and many mums only recognise their own neurodivergence after their child is diagnosed.A diagnosis can bring relief as well as questions. For Greer, it was proof she wasn't "crazy", just wired differently.Getting one answer about your child often leaves you with a hundred more questions. A broad overview can help before you go deep on any one topic."They're having a hard time, they're not trying to give me a hard time" helps parents respond rather than react during meltdowns.Deep pressure, like a firm squeeze, can help some children regulate during a meltdown.Breathwork is free, always available and backed by science on calming the nervous system.Support packages often focus on the child and forget the parent. Mums need to be in the equation too.Isolation is one of the hardest parts of raising a neurodivergent child, and community is what brings the light back in.Celebrating wins, big or small, matters for children and parents alike. Mentioned in this episodeThe Beautifully Wired Summit (5 to 7 October), a free three-day online summit for mums raising girls with ADHD and autismSo, Now What? by Greer Jones, out 11 NovemberIt All Makes Sense Now by Meredith Carder@ReWildBreathwork, the breathwork account Greer mentions learning fromGreer's first episode with us: Essential Advocacy Tips for Parents of Neurodivergent Children (Episode 31) Connect with Greer JonesWebsite: theunfinishedidea.comInstagram: @theunfinishedideaPodcast: Neurodivergent Conversations, available on all podcast platforms Connect with The Autism MumsWebsite: theautismmums.comInstagram: @autismmumspodcastFacebook: @autismmumspodcastTikTok: @autismmumspodcast