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Neurodivergent Conversations | Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, PDA, Emotional Regulation, SEND parent, Meltdowns, Special Needs Parent
What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How can parents, teachers, and communities better support neurodivergent children? How do autistic and ADHD individuals experience the world? Each week, we explore these questions with practical strategies, emotional insight, and real stories. I’m Greer — a mum of two boys (and two dogs!) raising a child with special educational needs (SEN) alongside my husband. Our daily life looks different from the norm, but it’s full of love, advocacy, and growth. I started this podcast to create a space for parents of neurodivergent kids, educators, and allies to learn, connect, and build understanding together. You’ll hear parenting tips, advocacy guidance, sensory strategies, and personal reflections that shine a light on both the joys and challenges of neurodivergent parenting.
Episodes
Why Standard Sleep Advice Doesn't Work for Neurodivergent Kids
She teaches families how to sleep for a living. And then her own bedtimes fell apart.
Michelle is a paediatric sleep specialist, so she knew every rule in the book. Bath, teeth, pyjamas, story, bed. It had worked. And then, seemingly overnight, it stopped. Bedtime battles climbing, teeth brushing refused, baths refused. She sat in it feeling baffled, convinced she must be doing something wrong, a
Different Isn't Wrong: Marriage When You Both Have Different Brains
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She married young, with an anxiety diagnosis, and assumed the wedding would fix it. It did not.
Jackie is back, which makes her my very first repeat guest, and this conversation went exactly where you would expect two ADHD brains to go, which is everywhere. We didn't prepare questions. We just hit record.
She talks first about showing up a
Special Interests Are Not a Reward: Autistic Culture with Dr Angela Kingdon
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She was 21 years old before she found out that most people do not love their job.
Angela grew up in a family where her dad fell in love with cars at 12, shined shoes outside a church for a quarter a go, bought and fixed up his first car at 16, and built a life inside the thing he loved. Nobody sat her down and explained any of this. She jus
When the Old Way of Parenting Stops Working
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If you started out with a clear picture of the kind of parent you'd be, and then real life quietly dismantled the whole thing, this episode is going to feel like someone finally gets it.
This week I'm joined by Carrie Grant, mom of four (one of whom joined their family throu
The 5 Stages Every Mum Goes Through Before a Neurodivergent Diagnosis
If you've ever had that quiet little feeling that something with your child is just a bit different, and you couldn't quite put it into words for anyone else, this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.
This week I sat down with Karla, who taught for 15 years in mainstream schools, moved into specialist neurodiversity settings, and then walked this whole journey herself as a mum. She works
How to prepare your neurodivergent child for weddings and big family gatherings
When you're hearing this, my family and I are in full wedding celebration mode, because one of my brothers is getting married. And while we are beyond excited, I know that for a lot of us a wedding invite can land with a stomach drop instead of a happy dance.
In this episode I walk you through exactly how we prepare our neurodivergent kids, and my own nervous system, for big family gatherings lik
How to Start Makaton at Home (Start With Just Five Signs)
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Her son signed his first word back after a full year of her signing to him. One year. At a fridge. Asking for milk.
If you have ever been told "have you looked into Makaton?" and then felt your stomach drop because that sounds like one more thing to learn, this conversation is going to feel like a big exhale.
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The Hidden Stressors Behind Your Child's ADHD Symptoms
If your child's meltdowns, big feelings, and constant motion have ever left you wondering what is really going on underneath it all, this episode is going to give you a whole new lens.
This week I'm joined by Dana Kay, founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute, who has worked with more than 1,600 families and walked this road with her own son, who was diagnosed at four and is now 16 and thriving. Afte
How to Walk Into an IEP Meeting Feeling Ready
If you've ever stared at a 40-page IEP and thought “I know what all these words mean, but I have no idea what they mean together,” this episode is for you.
This week I'm joined by Vicki Christensen, a parent advocate of about a decade and mom to two boys who both have IEPs and are wonderfully different from each other. Vicki has sat on both sides of these meetings, as the professional in the room
Same Spectrum, Different Kids: Raising Two Autistic Boys
If you're raising more than one neurodivergent kid and quietly wondering why what works for one does absolutely nothing for the other, this conversation is going to feel like such a relief.
This week I'm joined by Dalisse Sequeiros, mom to two autistic boys who could not be more different, and a children's book author who turned her family's real life into stories that help other kids feel seen.
Routines vs rhythms: building a calmer home for your neurodivergent family
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If you have ever built the perfect color-coded chart, laminated it, felt so proud of it, and then watched it fall apart by Tuesday, this episode is for you.
Greer opens with a picture you might recognize: 7:42 in the morning, cold coffee, a child on the kitchen floor over socks before shoes, and that sinking thought, "I did everything right
Why talking it out doesn’t always work for neurodivergent kids
Have you ever tried to talk your neurodivergent child through a big feeling and just hit a wall? Same. In this episode I sat down with Katherine, a neuro-affirming counsellor and craniosacral therapist, to talk about why words are not always the way in, and what to reach for instead.
We start somewhere that might gently rearrange how you think about feelings. You know the “name it to tame it” ide
Morning Chaos to Morning Wins: How Movement and Mindset Help ADHD Families Break the Loop
If mornings in your house feel like a pressure cooker that goes off before you've even had your coffee — this episode is for you.
Greer sits down with Rob Edmonds, co-founder of MindShift Mentors and a strategic psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, and Carl (Col), a movement coach who has worked with over 3,000 families. Together, they've created a program called Morning Wars — a dual app
Why Your Child Can't Hear You During a Meltdown and What Actually Helps
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If you've ever crouched next to your child mid-meltdown, saying all the right things, and watched it make zero difference — this episode will finally explain why. And more importantly, it will make you feel a whole lot less like you're doing it wrong.
Greer sits down with Nikki, founder of HushAway —
You Get to Choose Your People: Neurodivergent Friendship, Masking & Unmasking
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If you've ever looked back on your life and realized how much energy went into just fitting in, this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.
Greer sits down with author and ADHD coach Caroline Maguire for an honest conversation about friendship, masking, and what it really means to find your people as a neurodivergent adult — and to help your kids do the sam
When Every Day Is Different: Raising a Neurodivergent Child While Navigating Your Own Nervous System
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If you've ever cancelled plans not because you didn't want to go, but because there was just no capacity left in the house — this one's for you.
In this episode, Greer sits down with Tracey Jewel Constable, a late-diagnosed neurodivergent mum raising her son Frankie, who is autistic and navigating ARFID (Avoidant R
When Grandparents Shift Their Expectations: Supporting Your Neurodivergent Grandchild
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If you've ever wished the people around you just got it — this episode is for you.
Greer sits down with Jennifer Kaufman, school principal, author, and grandmother to a grandson with autism, to talk about what it actually looks like when extended family shows up well — and what gets in the way.
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ADHD Teens Need Structure, Not Pressure: Helping Them Start (Without Shame)
What actually changes when a child with ADHD becomes a teenager?
In this episode, Carla names something so many families are living: as kids grow, the support systems drop (parents reminding, teachers prompting, schedules structuring)… but the expectations rise (more deadlines, longer projects, less supervision). And for ADHD brains—where the planning and regulation center is still developing—thi
Am I Married to Someone with PDA? What I've Learned, What's Helped, and What's Still Hard
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Have you ever asked your partner to pass you something and gotten a "why?" in return — and thought, wait, what just happened? If that moment felt strangely familiar, this episode might be for you.
Greer is getting honest about something she doesn't see talked about enough: what it's like to be married to so
What Dads Are Really Thinking When Your Child Gets Diagnosed (And How to Get on the Same Team)
If you've ever felt like you're paddling your kayak alone while your partner watches from the shore — this episode is for you.
Harry Psaros is an autism advocate, author, and dad to Gus, who is graduating from Kent State University this week. Harry joins us to talk about something we don't hear enough of: what it actually looks like inside a dad's head when their child is diagnosed with autism —
Neurodivergent Sleep Struggles (and Hope): Bedtime Routines, Restless Legs & Screen-Time Truths
If sleep feels like the hardest part of neurodivergent family life, you’re not imagining it—and you’re not failing. In this episode, Greer Jones talks with sleep specialist Melisa Moore about why neurodivergent kids (and adults!) often have more sleep challenges… and what can actually make things gentler.
Melisa breaks down the “why” in a way that’s clear and grounding: biology and genetics can p
Thriving in the Chaos: ADHD, Motherhood, and Running a Business Without Burning Out
If your life feels like a beautiful, noisy jumble—kids, work, relationships, responsibilities, and about 47 open tabs in your brain—this episode will feel like a deep exhale.
Greer Jones sits down with Jessica Lamb (mom, business owner, podcaster, and recently diagnosed ADHDer) to talk about what it’s actually like to hold all the roles at once—especially when you don’t naturally compartmentalise
When Did You Last Have Fun? Finding Little Pockets of Joy in an Overwhelming Life
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Have you ever noticed that fun is usually the first thing to go when life gets hard? When the budget is tight, when you're exhausted, when you're running on fumes — fun feels like a luxury you can't afford.
But what if that's exactly backwards?
In this episode, Greer sits down with Annie F. Downs — author, podcaster, and all-around fun enthusias
ADHD Moms: Why Everything Feels So Heavy (And What to Do First)
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If you've ever felt like motherhood was supposed to be the thing that finally felt easy — and instead it somehow got harder — this episode is for you.
Greer sits down with Amy Marie Hann, ADHD coach and mom of neurodivergent kids, for an honest, grounding conversation about what it actua
You're Not Failing — You're Burnt Out: What No One Tells Moms About Nervous System Regulation
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If you've been waking up exhausted before the day even starts, moving through the hours in a fog, snapping more than you want to, and quietly wondering what happened to the version of you that felt okay — this episode is for you.
Greer sits down with Irin Rubin, founder of MamaZen, for one of those conversations that feels less like an interview and
The Invisible Load: What Caregivers Carry (And What They Actually Need)
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If you've ever felt like you're living on the edge of yourself — keeping everyone else afloat while quietly disappearing — this episode was made for you.
Greer sits down with Michelle Anderson, founder of JMB Inspired and host of the Radiant Moments Caregiver Oasis podcast, for an honest, deeply human conversation about what it really mea
Respond, Don’t React: Staying Grounded as an Autism Mom When Everything Feels Like Too Much
If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I stay calm when my child is melting down?”—this episode wraps you in so much compassion, without letting you off the hook in a shame-y way.
Greer Jones is joined by Lisa Candera, an autism mom of 18 years who built the kind of support she couldn’t find anywhere: support that starts with the parent’s regulation first—because (as Lisa says) we are our children’s
Buddy Dogs: How the Right Dog Can Build Confidence, Connection, and Calm for Kids With Vision Impairments
What if the first positive thing connected to your child’s diagnosis was… a dog in a little jacket that makes people smile?
In this episode, Greer talks with Robbie Campbell from Buddy Dogs, a service within Guide Dogs UK that places specially matched dogs with children who have vision impairments—often alongside other complex needs. Robbie explains why Buddy Dogs exists: guide dogs are trained f
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Some kids don’t fall apart at school or out in public. They hold it together all day… and then unravel the second they walk through the front door—because home is the safest place their nervous system knows.
In this episode, Dr. Arielle Schwartz (psychologist, author, and mom) shares the story of how she “followed the clues” to u
Stop Doing It All Alone: ADHD Parenting Support That Brings Your Child Into the Strategies Too
If you’re parenting a child with ADHD (or you’re late-diagnosed yourself), it can feel like you’re constantly trying to “figure it out” — schedules, school, food, sleep, behaviour, emotions… all of it.
In this episode, Greer talks with Dr. Jennifer Dall about approaching ADHD through a whole-person lens: not as a “fix,” but as support for real life. They unpack why the basics (sleep, movement, fo
Addiction Isn’t Always a Disease: Neurodivergence and Addictive Behaviours and How to Understand What’s Really Going On
What if some “addictive behavior” is actually a nervous system trying to cope in the only way it knows how?
In this episode, Greer sits down with Ben Branson (The Hidden 20%) to talk about the overlap between neurodivergence and addiction, especially for people who were diagnosed late and spent years chasing dopamine, trying to regulate, and not knowing why life felt so hard.
They also talk abou
Stop Trying to Bubble Bath Your Way Out of Burnout: Parental Burnout Warning Signs and What Support Actually Looks Like
If you’re a neurodivergent parent or you’re parenting a neurodivergent child, burnout can creep in quietly… until it suddenly doesn’t feel quiet at all.
In this episode, Greer talks with Liz (The Untypical OT) about what burnout actually is, why it’s so common in neurodivergent families, and why it’s often not your child causing it. They name the real load: the constant planning, the constant nav
Stop Assuming Silence Means “No”. AAC Support: How to Help Non-Speaking Kids Communicate
If you have ever heard “they can’t communicate” and felt your stomach drop, this episode is for you.
Because communication is not a performance. It’s a connection. It’s a regulation. It’s being understood. And when we only count spoken words, we miss the ways autistic kids communicate all day long.
In this conversation, we reframe what communication actually is, talk about AAC in plain language,
Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women Over 60: Grace, Systems, and the Mother Daughter Shift with Lisa Randall
What if you are not “too much,” “too chatty,” “too sensitive,” or “just rude”
What if your brain has been working overtime for decades, and a diagnosis is not a label, but permission to finally offer yourself grace?
In this episode, we talk about what it feels like to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, the quiet shame so many women carry, and the surprisingly practical supports that can change
We Almost Didn’t Make It: Neurodivergent Marriage, Honest + Hopeful
Marriage can feel hard for so many reasons… and when you’re in a neurodivergent household, it can feel like there are extra layers you can’t always name.
In this solo episode, Greer shares a very honest snapshot of her marriage: she has ADHD, her husband is autistic, and they’re raising an autistic/ADHD child (with another little one whose “brain type” they’re still learning). She talks about the
Moving Abroad With an Autistic Child: How to Prep for Big Transitions, Find Community, and Thrive in Portugal with Alexis Nicole
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What if the thing that feels impossible, moving countries with a sparkly-brained kid, could actually become the start of your child feeling more supported, more un
Late-Diagnosed ADHD, RSD, and the Analog Tools That Help You Feel Calm Again (with Graham Meckling)
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Ever feel like your brain is sprinting, even when you are sitting still?
Like you can be everyone’s friend, but still feel a little… untethered?
In this episode, we talk about what it is like to be late-diagnosed with ADHD, how overthinking turns into assumptions, and why the smallest
Selective Eating in Autism: Food Jagging, and a Realistic Mealtime Reset with Brittyn Coleman
If mealtimes feel like a daily stress test, you’re not imagining it and you’re not failing. Sometimes it’s not the food that’s the problem, it’s the overwhelm wrapped around it. In this episode, we talk about what a realistic “reset” around food can look like for autistic kids, ADHD kids, and sensory sensitive kids, especially after a season like Christmas where everything felt loud and unstructur
Parenting Burnout in Neurodivergent Families: Signs, Symptoms, and Micro Steps to Recover with Eleonora
You can be “fine” on paper and still be running on empty. If you’re doing the school meetings, the appointments, the meals, the meltdowns, and the mental load, but you can’t remember the last time you booked your own doctor’s appointment, this episode is for you. We’re naming burnout for what it is, what it looks like in real life, and the smallest first step to stop the spiral before you hit the
ADHD Budgeting That Actually Works (Without Shame) — with Jules the Budget Nerd
Ever feel like you’ll “deal with it later”… and then later never comes?
In this episode, Jules (aka Jules the Budget Nerd) and I talk about what money looks like with an ADHD brain—impulse spending, shame spirals, and why “perfect budgeting” can actually make things worse.
And yes… we also talk about budgeting as self-care (even if you hate that phrase).
Jules is a budgeting coach who helps peopl
Sensory Meltdowns : A Realistic Reset for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Kids
Christmas is over… but your nervous system didn’t get the memo. If you’re heading into January feeling fried, overstimulated, and like you’re already behind, this episode is your permission slip to reset realistically—emotionally, mentally, and practically.
Laura and I talk about what’s actually going on underneath sensory meltdowns (hint: it’s communication), how to spot your own “I’m not okay”
Neurodivergent Conversations Begins: 2026 Plans, Community, and Resetting
New year, new name, same heart. On this New Year’s Day episode, it’s just Greer and Chris having a real, relaxed chat about what’s coming in 2026 for their neurodivergent family and the community they’re building. If you’re craving more calm, more support, and more “oh, it’s not just me” moments, this one is for you.
You’ll hear from Greer Jones, podcast host and neuro-affirming coach, alongside
Why ADHD Makes Decisions Feel So Hard and What Helps: Goals, Accountability, and the AIR Reset with Brooke Schnittman
Have you ever stared at a simple decision and suddenly it feels weirdly massive? Like your brain is running every possible outcome at full volume, and now you are frozen.
In this episode, we talk about why ADHD decision making can feel so heavy, how decision fatigue builds faster, and what to do when you hit that stuck loop.
Greer is joined by Brooke Schnittman (ADHD coach and creator in the ADHD
Motherhood & Friendship: Building Authentic Community When Life Gets Overwhelming with Stephanie May Wilson
Motherhood changes everything — your routines, your energy, and especially your friendships.
As life gets busier and capacity feels smaller, many moms wonder: how do I stay connected when I barely have time for myself?
In this heartfelt and practical episode, Greer sits down with Stephanie May Wilson — author, speaker, and trusted friendship mentor — to talk about how friendships evolve during mo
How to Truly “See” Neurodivergent Families ft. Carlos Whittaker
What if one small moment of compassion could change an entire day for a neurodivergent child—or their parent? So many ND families live with daily overwhelm, meltdowns in public, invisible disabilities, and the feeling of not being understood. In today’s episode, we ask: What does it really look like to “see” neurodivergent families in a world that often doesn’t?
I’m joined by Carlos Whittaker—aut
Navigating school struggles and finding your people as Autism Mums with Natalie & Victoria
What happens when the people around you don’t have honest conversations about your child’s needs — and what happens when they do?
In this fun, real, and deeply relatable episode, Greer is joined by Natalie and Victoria, hosts of The Autism Mums Podcast, for a conversation packed with humour, lived experience, and practical wisdom.
Both raising autistic children with unique needs, Natalie and Vic
Supporting Autistic Adults in Everyday Life: Transition, Skills & Community with Sandra Worth
What happens when the school supports disappear after graduation?
For many autistic adults, the transition to adulthood brings new challenges — independence, employment, and identity — often without the same guidance schools once provided. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
In this inspiring and practical episode, Greer sits down with Sandra Worth, mom of an autistic adult and leader at My Autis
Neurodivergent Couples & Communication: ADHD, Autism & Real Relationship Strategies with Avy
What happens when two people love each other deeply — but speak completely different communication languages?
For many neurodivergent couples, especially those navigating ADHD and Autism dynamics, communication can be both a struggle and a source of deep connection.
In this honest and practical episode, Greer sits down with Avy — a communication coach and neurodivergent advocate who helps neurodi
ADHD in Women, Masking & Late Diagnosis: Dr. Janina Maschke’s Story + Practical Strategies
What happens when the professional helping others with ADHD realizes… she has it too?
After years of supporting ADHDers as a psychologist, Dr. Janina Maschke experienced her own “aha” moment — a late ADHD diagnosis that changed everything.
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Greer sits down with Dr. Janina Maschke — psychologist, ADHD coach, researcher, and author of A Feminist Guide to ADH
Gut Health, Biomedical Interventions & Autism Parenting: A Real Conversation with Greer McGuinness
What happens when two Greers sit down to talk about autism, parenting, and the truth about gut health?
Between misinformation online and the pressure parents face to “do it all,” this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and science back into focus.
n this honest and empowering episode, Greer Jones is joined by Greer McGuinness, a registered dietitian, autism mom, and researcher dedicated to
Real Talk with Seasoned Autism Moms: Parenting, Advocacy & Pivoting with Brittney & Tash
What happens when two seasoned autism moms sit down and share everything — the meltdowns, the victories, and the toothbrush hunts that never seem to end?
This conversation is raw, real, and filled with laughter — a masterclass in resilience, advocacy, and finding joy in the chaos of parenting neurodivergent kids.
In this powerful episode, Greer is joined by Brittney and Tash from the Mom’s Talk A
Through a Sibling’s Eyes: Growing Up with a Brother on the Spectrum
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What’s it really like to grow up as the sibling of a neurodivergent child?
While the world often focuses on parents and diagnoses, siblings live a story that’s rarely told — one of deep love, quiet resilience, and unspoken understanding.
In this heartfelt conversation, Greer sits down with Ruby, a young woman whos
Making Myrtle Beach Autism-Friendly: Chef Jamie Daskalis on Inclusive Restaurants & Community Change
What if dining out with your autistic child didn’t feel stressful — but safe, supported, and even joyful?
In Myrtle Beach, that dream is already a reality. Thanks to one mom’s advocacy, this coastal city has become a national model for autism-friendly dining and travel.
n this heartfelt episode, Greer talks with Jamie Daskalis — award-winning chef, restaurant owner, autism advocate, and mom to Ja
The Emotional Reality of Raising Neurodivergent Kids: Guilt, Grief & Resilience in Autism Parenting with Leona Smith
What happens when parenting looks completely different from what you imagined?
From unexpected autism diagnoses to “everyday grief” and learning to let go of old expectations, raising neurodivergent children is a journey filled with both heartbreak and deep joy. If you’ve ever felt torn between parenting neurodivergent and neurotypical children, this conversation will feel like a warm hug and a d
One Year of The Unfinished Idea: Reflections, Lessons & What I Want the World to Know
What a year it’s been! From late-night recordings and community building to tears, laughter, and so much learning — The Unfinished Idea just turned ONE!
This episode is a celebration — of growth, courage, connection, and the beautiful chaos that comes with being a neurodivergent family. Whether you’ve been here since episode one or are just joining, this is a moment to pause, reflect, and reme
Beyond the Classroom: Rethinking Education for Neurodiverse Kids with Kim
Is mainstream school the only path—or just the default? For many neurodiverse children, traditional classrooms create more harm than growth. Kim shows us what education can look like when we step outside the box.
Meet Kim, an educator and advocate who supports families choosing alternative education outside the mainstream system. As a parent herself, Kim has navigated the realities of EHCPs, home
ADHD, Chaos, and Calling: Finding Peace in the Energy with Dr. Kelly Cagle
Is ADHD just chaos—or could it actually be a different kind of order? For many families, ADHD looks like never-ending energy, constant ideas, and a pace of life others can’t imagine. But what if we stopped calling it chaos and started calling it engagement?
Meet Dr. Kelly Cagle, an educator, researcher, mom, and late-diagnosed ADHD adult. With a PhD in Education and lived experience in a neurodiv
Unmasking Autism & ADHD: Michele Collier’s Journey of Late Diagnosis, Parenting, and Self-Trust
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Did you know that nearly 20% of the world is neurodivergent—and that many don’t discover it until adulthood? For those of us navigating a late autism or ADHD diagnosis, the journey often feels like piecing together a puzzle we’ve been carrying all our lives. In this episode, we dive into what it really means to unmask, rebuild trust in yourself, and parent neuro
Autism Is Not Your Fault: Responding to President Trump’s Comments
In this bonus episode of The Unfinished Idea, I’m diving into recent comments made by President Trump about autism and medications during pregnancy. His remarks suggest a link between autism and what a mother takes while pregnant — but research has not shown this to be true.
It’s important to talk about why statements like this are harmful: they place unnecessary blame on mothers, fuel stigma, an
Understanding PDA: Parenting a Child with Pathological Demand Avoidance
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What if even the simplest request—like “put on your shoes”—triggered a fight-or-flight response? For families raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), this is everyday reality. Misunderstood, under-researched, and often dismissed, PDA presents unique challenges for both children and parents navigating a system that doesn’t always recognize
Unmasking ADHD: Laurie’s Journey of Late Diagnosis, Identity, and Everyday Life
What if everything you thought was “just your personality” turned out to be ADHD? For many late-diagnosed adults, that lightbulb moment brings both relief and grief. Laurie’s story shines a light on what it means to navigate identity, unmasking, and daily life with ADHD in a world that often misunderstands neurodivergence.
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Fighting for Change: How Parents Are Transforming the SEND System with Hayley
What happens when a system designed to support children with additional needs fails them instead? Across the UK, families are facing rejected applications, endless bureaucracy, and years of waiting for vital services. Behind the statistics are real children, real parents, and stories of resilience and determination. Today we dive into the fight for fair education and support for neurodivergent chi
Parenting Neurodivergent Teens: ADHD, Autism, and the Teenage Years with Jheri South
Did you know that children with ADHD often hear over 20,000 corrective messages by the age of 10? Imagine the weight of that shame and self-doubt as they enter the already turbulent teenage years. For parents raising neurodivergent teens, the shift from childhood to adolescence can feel like everything changes overnight. But you’re not alone in this.
In this episode, I sit down with Jheri South,
Neurodivergent Sleep Struggles: Real Solutions for Better Nights
Sleep Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a LifelineIf you’re raising or supporting a neurodivergent child, you already know how tough bedtime can be. Meltdowns, 2 AM wake-ups, and total bedtime resistance are all too common. But what if there were real, gentle strategies that actually worked?
In this episode, I speak with Lindsey Clark, sleep coach and neurodivergent parenting specialist, about why ND kids and
Late-Diagnosed & Unmasking: Reclaiming Identity After Autism & ADHD Diagnosis
Getting the Diagnosis Is Just the BeginningWhat happens after the diagnosis? For so many late-diagnosed adults—especially those with ADHD or autism—it sparks a whole journey of unmasking, grieving, relearning, and reclaiming identity.In this episode, Hayley Honeyman shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with ADHD and autism in her early 20s, the internal resistance she felt at first, and ho
Time Management & ADHD: Tools That Actually Work for Neurodivergent Brains
Why Time Feels So Hard (And What You Can Do About It)If you’ve ever said, “I just lost track of time” or felt totally frozen before a 2 PM meeting… you’re not alone.Time blindness, energy crashes, and planning overwhelm are part of the neurodivergent experience—especially for those with ADHD, autism, or PDA.But here’s the good news: there are practical tools that actually work for your brain. In t
Understanding ARFID: When It’s More Than Picky Eating
Why You Need to Know About ARFIDEver been told your child is “just a picky eater”? What if it’s something more?ARFID—Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder—is often misunderstood or completely missed, especially in neurodivergent kids. In this episode, we dive into what ARFID really is, how it shows up differently from regular picky eating, and how parents can get the right support without sham
Brain Health & Neurodivergence: Simple Nutrition That Makes a Big Impact
What if small changes to your child's breakfast—or even their bath—could help with meltdowns, anxiety, sleep, or focus?
Brain health is often overlooked in conversations about neurodivergence, but it might just be the missing piece you’ve been searching for.In this episode, we explore how everyday nutrition can powerfully support your neurodivergent child—and you too.
Lucinda Miller is a naturop
Helping Neurodivergent Kids Communicate: Speech Cards, Selective Mutism & the Find Your Voice App
Did you know that some autistic and PDA children can speak—but sometimes just can’t?
In these moments of shutdown, anxiety, or selective mutism, words disappear, but the need to communicate remains.In this episode, we explore a tool that’s quietly changing the game for families navigating nonverbal moments with their kids.Meet Tara and Steve Harnwell-Jones—parents, creatives, and the team behind
Beyond Words: Redefining Communication in Neurodivergent Families
CHECK OUT THE UNFINISHED RESOURCES but don't forget to check out the MERCH too (its two different links)
Did you know up to 40% of autistic children are non-speaking—yet they have so much to say? What if communication wasn’t about words but about connection? In a world built around verbal communication, how do we truly hear and understand our neurodivergent kids?
In this heartwarming and pract
Through a Father’s Eyes: Raising Neurodivergent Kids with Rob
CHECK OUT THE UNFINISHED RESOURCES & MERCH! (It's two different links)
Did you know that over 75% of parenting conversations about autism center on moms? But what about dads—especially those raising neurodivergent kids as primary caregivers? In today’s episode, we hear the rarely shared perspective of a father navigating the highs, heartbreaks, and hope of raising autistic children.
Greer sits d
Late Diagnosis, Self-Discovery & Neurodivergent Relationships with Savannah
I sit down with Savannah—one of those people you instantly click with. Though we've never met in person, our conversation felt like chatting with a longtime friend. Savannah shares her story of being diagnosed with both autism and ADHD as an adult, and how that late diagnosis became a turning point in how she sees herself, her relationships, and the way she moves through the world.
If you're a wo
Father’s Day Special: Honest Conversations with Two Neurodivergent Dads
Fatherhood in the neurodiverse world comes with challenges that aren’t often talked about—but in this episode, we’re changing that.
In honour of Father’s Day, I’m joined by two amazing dads who share what it’s really like being neurodivergent & raising kids, some who are neurodivergent themselves. First, you’ll hear from NeuroDad Diaries, who opens up about discovering his own neurodivergence a
Parenting with ADHD: Emotional Regulation, Joyful Connection, and Real-Life Strategies with Dr. Tamara
In this heartfelt episode of The Unfinished Idea, I’m joined by Dr. Tamara Rosier—ADHD coach, speaker, and author of You, Me, and Our ADHD Family. Together, we dive into the real-life dynamics of parenting in a household where ADHD is more than a diagnosis—it’s part of everyday life.
We talk about the emotional intensity that so often comes with raising neurodivergent children, and how learning
Coffee, Chaos & Connection: Real Talk About ADHD with Jackie
I sit down with Jackie for a candid chat over coffee (or tea!) about navigating life with ADHD. Our conversation is filled with laughter, insights, and the kind of real talk that makes you feel like you've just made a new best friend.
Jackie opens up about her daily experiences living with ADHD, sharing how she manages the unique challenges it presents in her personal and professional life. We di
Wise Squirrels: A tale of late diagnosis ADHD with Dave Delaney
Getting an ADHD diagnosis later in life can be overwhelming—but it can also be life-changing. In this week’s episode I’m joined by Dave from the Wise Squirrels community. Diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, Dave shares how finally having a name for his neurodivergence brought clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of self.
Whether you're a neurodivergent adult trying to make sense of your past, or yo
Traveling with a Neurodivergent Family: Real Talk About Imperfect Holidays
I sit down with my friend Chloe for a real, honest conversation about what it’s actually like to travel as a neurodivergent (ND) family. From navigating airports with sensory-sensitive kids to releasing the unrealistic pressure of creating the “perfect” holiday, we dive into all the things no one tells you about vacationing when your family doesn’t fit the typical mold.
Chloe shares the evolution
Travel Tips for Neurodivergent Families: How to Plan Neurodivergent-Friendly Vacations
Planning a vacation as a neurodivergent family can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Unfinished Idea, I’m joined by Kayla, a certified autism travel agent and fellow neurodivergent mom, who has turned her lived experience into a mission: to help families raising autistic and ADHD children enjoy stress-free, sensory-friendly vacations.Kayla shares her personal jour
Neurodivergence, Trauma & Healing: A Conversation with David & Sissy
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by David Thomas and Sissy Goff from the Raising Boys & Girls podcast—two incredible voices in the world of childhood development, counseling, and emotional health. Together, we dive into a topic that’s especially important for neurodivergent families: the deep and often overlooked connection between neurodivergence and trauma.
David and Sissy—both experienced,
Understanding Dyslexia: Signs, Support, and Breaking the Myths with Kelli Sandman-Hurley
In this episode, I’m joined by Kellie from the Dyslexia Institute for Learning for a powerful conversation about what dyslexia really is—and what it isn’t. If you're a parent of a child with dyslexia, have a neurodivergent learner in your family, or you're navigating your own learning differences, this episode is packed with insight and encouragement.
Kellie gently debunks common myths about dy
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