Planning an unstructured vacation with a neurodivergent child can be challenging, but it is achievable with thoughtful preparation. The author shares her experience of a relaxed island vacation, contrasting with her typical 'Type A' approach. While one child embraced the downtime, the neurodivergent daughter was worried about a lack of activities. To navigate this, the author ensured that meals were scheduled and carried books and media for entertainment. Ultimately, the family enjoyed a successful trip, learning valuable lessons about balancing structure with relaxation.
Meals should always be scheduled. My neurodivergent daughter had her hangry moments, and I realized it was because she had not eaten lunch most days.
We were able to swim, read, and enjoy the natural beauty around us. My neurodivergent daughter experienced a new kind of relaxation.
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