Parenting In-Between Community
A private, supportive space for parents of “high-functioning” autism level 1, ADHD, and AuDHD kids who live in the messy, often-overlooked middle — where your child may look “fine” on the outside, but daily life still feels heavy, confusing, and exhausting.
Use any name you like when setting up your account. No obligation. Cancel anytime.
If you’re here, it’s probably because:
Your child is academically capable, but struggles with sensory overload and regulation at school
Your child’s demand avoidance or PDA is labeled as defiance or a behavior problem
The school says your child doesn’t qualify for support because they “do fine” or test well
You don’t quite fit in autism spaces because the needs discussed don’t reflect your reality
Family members minimize your concerns or tell you to be less anxious, stricter, or more consistent
You’re exhausted from carrying the emotional load that no one else seems to see
You love your child deeply and still feel burned out, overwhelmed, or unsure
You’re holding grief or shame about the life you imagined versus the one you’re living
You’re not failing.
You’re parenting in the in-between.
Inside the Parenting In-Between Community
This is a private, supportive space created specifically for parents of autism level 1, ADHD, and AuDHD kids whose needs are often invisible — and too complex for typical parenting spaces.
Here, you’ll find connection without comparison, understanding without judgment, and conversations rooted in real-life experience — not perfection.
Inside the community, you can:
Ask questions about school, burnout, regulation, or daily challenges
Share experiences with parents who understand the “looks fine but isn’t” reality
Learn from lived experience without pressure to follow any one approach
Vent without being fixed, minimized, or talked out of your instincts
Participate actively — or quietly read when that’s all you have capacity for
You’re welcome here exactly as you are.
What this community is (and is not)
This community is:
Grounded in lived experience, not parenting perfection
PDA-informed and nervous-system aware
A place where validation comes before advice
Focused on nuance, compassion, and real life — not one “right” way
A space where you don’t have to explain, justify, or defend your child
Welcoming of quiet participation, reading, and observing
Centered on connection, not comparison
This community is not:
Advice-dumping or solution-pushing unless it’s invited
Focused on compliance, punishment, or behavior charts
A debate space about diagnoses, labels, or whether needs are “real.”
Built around toxic positivity or “just try harder” thinking
A substitute for therapy, medical, or legal advice
A space where parents are expected to perform, educate, or justify themselves
Membership details
I understand that joining a community can feel like yet another expense on top of everything you’re already carrying — therapies, evaluations, school supports, and the constant mental load that comes with all of it.
I want you to feel confident that this space is the right fit for you before committing. That’s why I offer a 30-day free trial, so you can explore the community at your own pace, see how it feels, and decide without pressure. If it’s helpful, you’re welcome to stay. If not, you can step away anytime — no obligation and no questions asked.
$19/month
Stay as long as it’s helpful. Step away when you need to. You’re always welcome back.
Quick heads up: Use any name you like when setting up the account on the next page. To start the free trial, the platform requires a credit card. You won’t be charged until the 30 days are up, and you’ll receive an email reminder 3 days before anything happens. I never see or store your payment information — it’s all handled securely through the platform.
From Community Members…
So happy to have a space where people are living a similar experience. One where we love our children fiercely while helping them and ourselves navigate a world where they are not fully understood. Our worlds can feel lonely, and being able to connect with others (even virtually) feels really hopeful!
Kristen H.
This community has been great. It has helped me understand that I’m not alone. My kids’ mother and I have always wondered and seeing and hearing from so many people who have experienced or felt the same as we have is comforting. We have this one life and being able to have other parents relate and provide support is great.
Drew H.
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Yes. The community is hosted on a mobile-first platform with a well-designed app for both iOS and Android. Many members primarily use the app to read discussions, check in, and stay connected during small pockets of time throughout the day.
The app is intuitive, organized, and intentionally free from ads, algorithms, or social media noise — making it easier to engage without feeling overwhelmed.
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Not at all. You’re welcome to read quietly, browse discussions, and engage only when or if you feel ready. There’s no expectation to post or participate.
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No. This is a peer-support community grounded in lived experience. It’s not therapy, coaching, or medical advice — and it’s not a replacement for professional support.
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No. This space is for parents of autism level 1, ADHD, and AuDHD kids — especially those whose needs are often invisible or minimized. Many families experience overlapping traits and identities. No diagnosis is required.
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Yes. You can use only your first name, initials, or a pseudonym. You have the option to add a location or leave it blank. How much you share — or don’t share — is completely up to you.
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No problem. You can cancel anytime during the 14-day free trial with no obligation and no questions asked. If it’s not helpful right now, you’re always welcome back later. And if you decide once your 14-day trial is over that it no longer fits your needs, you can cancel anytime.
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No. You won’t be charged until the 14-day trial ends. (Your credit/debit card company may show a temporary charge.) The platform does require a credit card to start the trial, and you’ll receive an email reminder three days before any charge occurs. I don’t have access to or store your payment information — everything is handled securely through the platform.
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No. The community is hosted on a private platform designed for calmer, more organized conversations — without algorithms, ads, or public visibility.
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Yes. The space is actively moderated to maintain a supportive, respectful environment aligned with the community values.
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There are no required live sessions. The community is designed to be accessible on your schedule, whenever you have the capacity to check in.
If optional live discussions or events are added in the future, they will always be optional and will always include recorded replays. There is never an expectation to attend anything live in order to participate in the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meet your host
Hi — I’m Amanda Yant, the founder of Raising Divergence and the host of the Parenting In-Between Community.
I created this space because I couldn’t find one that reflected the reality many families live in — where kids are capable, bright, and still struggling in ways that are often invisible, misunderstood, or minimized by the systems meant to support them.
I’m not here as an expert with all the answers. I’m here as a parent walking this path too — holding space, setting the tone, and making sure this community remains grounded, respectful, and supportive for the families inside it.
If you’ve been quietly carrying questions, worry, exhaustion, or grief that no one else seems to fully understand — you’re not imagining it, and you’re not failing.
The Parenting In-Between Community exists for the parents in the middle — where things look “fine” from the outside, but feel anything but on the inside.
You’re welcome to come in, look around, and see if it feels supportive for you.
No pressure.
No expectations.
No obligation to stay.
Just a place to land.
You don’t have to do this alone.
Use any name you like when setting up your account. No obligation. Cancel anytime.