Ep 07: I Think My Child has SEN - What Now?

Sarah discusses what to do if your child's school or nursery has raised developmental concerns. She empathises with the emotional impact of such feedback and offers reassurance, drawing from her own experiences and those of her clients. She shares insights on navigating the challenges of seeking support, emphasising the importance of having the right strategy, finding the right time to implement it, and seeking support from professionals or experienced individuals. Additionally, she debunks the "watch and wait" myth and encourages persistence in seeking support. Sarah also highlights the power of parental intuition and the impact of proactive, little and often actions in supporting a child's development. This episode offers invaluable guidance and insights for parents navigating the complexities of raising a child with special educational needs.

Here are the Highlights:

00:01 If you are worried about your child, seek help and support.

05:15 Overthinking and seeking reassurance leads to inaction.

08:28 Seeking support to navigate through parenting challenges.

13:04 Emotional support can speed up progress. Debunking the ‘wait and see’ approach for parents.

17:44 Early intervention builds natural support for children.

22:11 Encouraging early intervention for a child's developmental concerns.

About Sarah Billingham:

Sarah Billingham is a specialist speech and language teacher with a focus on emotional regulation. Her service, Confident Kids, equips parents, carers and practitioners with expert knowledge and the practical tools they need through training, coaching and group programmes. 

Becoming a parent changed Sarah’s perspective on parenting and early childhood development and deepened her interest in understanding the regulation needs of both children and their families. 

Qualifying in 2004, she initially worked in mainstream primary education and went on to lead a specialist speech and language resource base. She worked as Assistant Headteacher at a specialist SLCN school for five years and went on to lead their independent multidisciplinary assessment service until December 2021. 

Sarah was a committee member of NAPLIC (National Association of Professionals Supporting Language and Communication Development) for five years. She is a Regional Makaton Tutor. 

Connect with Sarah:

Website -  https://www.confidentkids.co/

Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/confidentkids.co

FB community -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/ConfidentTransitions

Instagram @confidentkids.co

Email sarah@confidentkids.co

Free downloads: 

Choosing a School for a Child with Additional Needs

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Easing Your Child’s Communication Frustration

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How do I know if my Child’s Emotional Outbursts are ‘Normal’?

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