about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 what does it mean for a child to be twice exceptional, or 2e? in this episode, dr. tay is joined by dr. megan helmen, a pediatric neuropsychologist and founder of Developmental Discoveries, to talk about 2e profiles, giftedness, autism, and why these kids are so often misunderstood. […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 oday’s episode is a little different. on her birthday, dr. tay shares a more personal, behind-the-scenes reflection on life, work, mental health, medication, neurodiversity, intuition, advocacy, and what it means to show up as a full human while doing meaningful work. this episode is an honest look […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 your child’s teacher says they had a great day. they followed directions. they were kind. they were helpful. maybe the teacher even says they wish they had a whole classroom full of kids like yours. and then your child gets home… and completely falls apart. in this […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 this is one of the hardest questions for parents, especially during back-to-school season when routines are changing, anxiety may be higher, and your child’s capacity can shift quickly. in this episode, dr. tay shares a practical framework she uses often with clinical families: is this a little […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 back-to-school season can bring a lot of chaos: new routines, supply lists, schedules, classroom changes, and the mental shift from summer mode into school mode. but for parents of autistic kids, there is often another layer underneath all of that: fear. will the teacher understand your child? […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 summer can bring up a lot for families of autistic kids: disrupted routines, shifting expectations, more time together, camp logistics, screen time questions, recovery needs, and the constant pressure to figure out what your child needs right now. in this episode, dr. tay shares five reflective questions […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 autism does not look one way. in this episode, dr. tay walks through several common autism profiles she sees in clinical practice, including more nuanced and high-masking presentations that are often missed, misunderstood, or explained away as anxiety, behavior, personality, or “just being sensitive.” through six composite […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at the next evolution of dr. tay’s work. she shares why she is pivoting parts of her business — not because she is stepping away from the work, but because she is leaning more deeply into the parts of the work […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 if you’ve ever found yourself researching, planning, making lists… but still feeling stuck, this episode is for you. whether it’s making changes to screen time, starting therapy, sending the email you’ve been avoiding, or finally taking the first step toward a recommendation, the hardest part of behavior […]

about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇 if summer has already felt harder than you expected, you’re not alone. many parents assume the solution is more structure, a better schedule, or keeping their child busier. but what if the real challenge isn’t the schedule at all? in this episode, dr. tay explores why summer […]