The early stages of navigating a child’s disability can be an emotional rollercoaster – so how can we soften the ride?

At the Now and Next Family Conference, Melanie Dimmitt explored ways to overcome fear, turn around negative thinking and carve out a ‘new normal’ for your family.

Join Melanie for this interactive webinar to explore how you can navigate your own family’s journey.

Please note: this is an online event. You can submit questions beforehand by filling in this form or via Facebook messenger. You can also submit questions during the webinar using the Zoom chat or anonymous chat function.

Speaker bio:

Melanie Dimmitt is an Australian journalist who has written for publications including The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, Collective Hub magazine, Broadsheet, The Tot and Mama Disrupt magazine, and has created content for Smack Bang Designs and You & Co Media. A Perth native, who has also lived in Melbourne and London, Melanie currently lives in Sydney with her partner and two young children.

Melanie is author of ‘Special: antidotes to the obsessions that come with a child’s disability’ – a candid companion for parents who are coming to terms with their child’s disability.