The Captain's Chest
Protocols
The operating system for co-parenting neurodivergent children
9 field-tested protocols for the moments that count. Reach for these when it's 7 AM and the morning is falling apart, when a meltdown hits in public, or when you and your co-parent need a shared language — not another argument.
The Kraken is free — the remaining 8 tools require a purchase
Survival Cards
Survival Cards
Step-by-step protocols for when things go sideways. Print, laminate, and reach for these in the moment.
Free
Meltdown Crisis Protocol
De-escalation in the moment
Emergency crisis card with 3-second scan hierarchy: SAFETY, STOP TALKING, GIVE SPACE.
Morning Meltdown Protocol
When mornings go sideways
Step-by-step de-escalation for when the morning routine derails before school.
Public Meltdown Protocol
Scripts for when it happens in public
Bystander scripts, escape routes, and de-escalation steps for public meltdowns.
Handoff Transition Protocol
Smooth transitions between homes
Two-harbour transition map and checklist for smooth handoffs between co-parent homes.
Burnout Pivot Protocol
Emergency self-care at capacity
Emergency self-care protocol for when you have nothing left in the tank.
Planning Tools
Worksheets
Templates for when you have five minutes to plan ahead. Fill these out during a calm moment.
Co-Parenting Mission Statement
Define your shared values
Guided fill-in template for building shared co-parenting values and commitments.
Communication Log Template
Track co-parent communication
Repeatable log with date, topic, outcome, and follow-up columns for co-parent communication.
Transition Planning Worksheet
Plan smooth handoffs between homes
Checklist for what to pack, what to say, decompression time, and the 30-minute buffer.
Reference
Quick Reference Guides
Keep these on your fridge. When you're not sure what you're looking at, check here first.
Neurotype Comparison Chart
ADHD, Autism, PDA & ODD at a glance
Side-by-side comparison of ADHD, Autism, PDA, and ODD — what each looks like, what helps, what backfires.
What You Get
Three Formats, One Tool
Every tool comes as a printable infographic and a slide deck in two formats.
Infographic (PNG)
Print it, laminate it, stick it on the fridge. Designed for quick reference in the moment.
Slides (PDF)
Share with your co-parent, email to a therapist, or print as handouts. Universal format.
Slides (PPTX)
Editable PowerPoint slides. Customise for school meetings, support groups, or training sessions.
Unlock All 9 Protocols
Get the full book plus every protocol card and slide deck. Pay what you can.
Includes all 11 chapters, 8 appendices, and the complete toolkit.