World Neurodivergent Birth Day
Because every brain deserves a safe birth. Join us on October 20th for a global advocacy event celebrating neurodivergent parents and championing neuro-inclusive maternity care worldwide.
Join the Movement
Why We Need a World Neurodivergent Birth Day
Neurodivergent parents face unique challenges throughout their maternity journey. Research shows they are significantly more likely to experience trauma, sensory overwhelm, and communication barriers during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
These experiences aren't inevitable—they stem from healthcare systems not designed with neurodivergent minds in consideration. With thoughtful adjustments to maternity care, we can ensure birth makes sense for every brain.

Did you know?
Neurodivergent parents report higher rates of birth trauma, yet most maternity units lack specific neurodiversity training or accommodation protocols. Simple adjustments in communication, environment, and support can dramatically improve outcomes.
Our Story & Mission
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Our Beginnings
World Neurodivergent Birth Day was established by NeuroNatal Academy CIC to address the significant gap in maternity care for neurodivergent families. October 20th was chosen deliberately to fall within ADHD Awareness Month, acknowledging the intersection of various neurodivergent experiences in parenthood.
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Our Purpose
We exist to raise awareness of neurodivergent pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences whilst campaigning for neuro-inclusive maternity care worldwide. Through sharing lived stories, research, and practical resources, we're building a movement that celebrates neurodivergent families.
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Our Vision
We envision a world where every maternity service recognises, respects, and responds to neurodivergent needs. Where birth plans acknowledge sensory sensitivities, communication preferences, and processing differences. Where every parent feels understood during one of life's most transformative experiences.
How to Get Involved
Share Your Story
Use #NeurodivergentBirthDay on social media to share your experiences as a neurodivergent parent or healthcare provider. Your voice matters—these stories drive change by showing the real impact of neuro-inclusive (or non-inclusive) care.
Host or Join an Event
Organise a local meet-up, sensory-friendly antenatal class, or awareness stand at your local hospital. Register your event on our website to help others find you and access our event planning toolkit.
Partner With Us
Healthcare organisations, charities, and advocacy groups can become official partners, amplifying our message and collaborating on resources. Together, we can reach more families and professionals with life-changing information.
Save the Date: October 20, 2026 for our next World Neurodivergent Birth Day!
Flagship Event
"Neurodivergent Birth: Making Maternity Care Make Sense"
Join our cornerstone online conference bringing together neurodivergent parents, birth professionals, researchers, and advocates from around the world. This accessible, sensory-considerate event features:
  • Keynote addresses from leading neurodivergent birth advocates
  • Panel discussions on inclusive care models from different countries
  • Practical workshops for both parents and professionals
  • Research presentations on neurodivergent birth experiences
  • Networking opportunities in low-sensory virtual environments
  • Launch of the annual Neuro-Inclusive Birth Toolkit
The event includes closed captioning, sign language interpretation, text-based participation options, and recorded sessions available afterwards with transcripts. Registration opens June 2026.
Local Events & Activities
Hospital Awareness Stands
Set up an information table at your local maternity unit to distribute resources about neurodivergent birth experiences to families and staff. Our downloadable display materials make this simple to organise.
Sensory-Safe Antenatal Groups
Host a one-off or regular antenatal session specifically designed for neurodivergent expectant parents, with adjustable lighting, quiet spaces, and structured information delivery.
Birth Story Sharing Circles
Facilitate a supportive environment where neurodivergent parents can share their birth experiences, validating their journeys and identifying common themes for advocacy work.
All registered events receive our Event Organiser's Kit containing guidance on creating neurodivergent-friendly spaces, printable resources, discussion prompts, and promotional materials.
We encourage organisers to consider access needs including location quietness, clear written information, sensory break options, and structured agendas shared in advance.
Resources for Families
We've developed comprehensive toolkits for neurodivergent families navigating pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. These resources are created by and for the neurodivergent community, incorporating lived experience alongside evidence-based practice.
Neurodivergent Birth Planning Kit
Visual and text-based templates to communicate your specific needs around sensory environment, communication style, support people, and processing time during labour and birth.
Hospital Sensory Mapping Guide
Tools to prepare for the sensory environment of your chosen birth location, including questions to ask, virtual tour guidance, and customisable coping strategies for different sensory challenges.
Communication Cards for Labour
Printable visual cards to express needs, preferences, and feelings during labour when verbal communication may be difficult due to sensory overwhelm or processing differences.
Coming Soon: Downloadable Neuro-Inclusive Birth Toolkit. Subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when resources become available.
Resources for Professionals
Supporting neurodivergent families effectively requires understanding, adaptation, and partnership. Our professional resources have been co-created with maternity care providers and neurodivergent parents to ensure they're both practical and meaningful.
All materials emphasise that small adjustments can make profound differences, focusing on solutions that work within existing systems while moving towards more comprehensive inclusion.

"The training transformed my practice. I now see how many barriers were unintentionally created and how simple it is to remove them." — Midwife, London
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Training Modules
Continuing professional development units on neurodivergent experiences in maternity care, communication adaptations, and sensory-friendly birth environments.
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Clinical Pathways
Template care pathways for maternity services to implement, ensuring consistent support for neurodivergent families from booking to postnatal care.
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Research Briefings
Evidence summaries on neurodivergent birth experiences, outcomes, and effective support strategies, regularly updated with emerging research.
Partner With Us
World Neurodivergent Birth Day is strengthened through collaboration. We welcome partnerships with organisations committed to improving maternity experiences for neurodivergent families.
Maternity Services
Implement neuro-inclusive practices, train staff, and become recognised as a Neurodivergent-Affirming Birth Centre. Access specialised resources and consulting support.
Research Institutions
Collaborate on studies examining neurodivergent birth experiences and interventions. We facilitate participant recruitment and lived experience input into research design.
Advocacy Organisations
Amplify our message through your networks while we promote your related initiatives. Joint campaigns achieve greater reach and impact than separate efforts.
Our Current Partners Include:
  • National Maternity Advocacy Coalition
  • Autism & Parenthood Research Institute
  • Global Birth Trauma Recovery Network
  • Sensory-Inclusive Healthcare Alliance
  • Regional Perinatal Mental Health Services
Contact us at partnerships@worldneurodivergentbirthday.org to discuss collaboration opportunities.
Contact Us
Get in Touch
We welcome inquiries, stories, and collaboration opportunities from individuals and organisations interested in neurodivergent birth advocacy.
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World Neurodivergent Birth Day is hosted by NeuroNatal Academy CIC, a Community Interest Company registered in England and Wales.
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