21/11/2025
📚 Book Spotlight: Survival, Chaos, and Magic in a Hurricane: The Beautiful and Frustrating Madness of FASD Parenting by Andrew James
We recently had the absolute pleasure of reading parent Andrew James’ powerful new book on family life living with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder — and to say it resonated is an understatement. Every page resonated with all of the parents and carers we speak to through the FASD Hub Ireland - A journey of parenting: moments of recognition, laughter, tears, and deep understanding. 💛
Andrew captures the everyday chaos, love, and humour of parenting through the lens of FASD with remarkable honesty. His stories deeply human, and his message shines through — you are not alone in this journey.
Most of our team have read the book and were profoundly moved. We are recommending it as a stocking filler this year, as it’s truly a must-read for parents, carers, educators, and anyone seeking to better understand the world of FASD.
"In a world that often misunderstands FASD, one Dad has chosen to write his own roadmap. This powerful book is testament to the strength needed to create a truly safe world and a happy family for a neurodivergent child through unending, frequently frustrating and exhausting and even sometimes, joyful advocacy. It is a highly recommended ‘warts and all’ look at life with FASD that resonates with all those countless families that feel unseen. Read this book and join the conversation and the community to create change."
📖 Grab your copy here: https://www.amazon.ie/dp/1036923339/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1
