We're Not Your Typical Podcast

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We are 2 mums who each have an autistic daughter with one being non-verbal. We have both decided to share our journey of the kids and as parents to show people they are not alone and there can be help out there.

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68 episodes
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Monday · 35 min
Our Autism Journey: Raising Neurodivergent Children as Sisters-in-Law
What happens when your sister-in-law becomes your biggest source of support through one of the hardest journeys of your life? In this emotional episode, Sophie is joined by her sister-in-law, Talia, to share the story of how they went from strangers to best friends, bonded by motherhood and later united through raising neurodivergent children. Together, they open up about the early signs of autism, navigating developmental delays, the emotional impact of receiving a diagnosis, sleep struggles,
July 27 · 35 min
Why We Took Our Autistic Daughter OUT of School | Ryan
Ryan opens up about his daughter Monroe's autism journey from early developmental signs his wife spotted before anyone else believed her, to self-harming behaviours at nursery, a brutal fight to get Monroe into a SEND school, and the moment they realised mainstream schooling wasn't right for her anymore. This conversation covers the messy, unfiltered reality of parenting a child with complex needs: sleepless nights, sensory overwhelm, the guilt of feeling "useless" as a dad, and the system that
July 20 · 15 min
Autism Parenting Dilemmas: Masking, PDA & Sibling Jealousy
This episode we're tackling YOUR autism & PDA parenting dilemmas the ones that don't have easy answers. From masking at school to grandparents who "just don't get it," we're answering the questions flooding our inbox with total honesty (no sugar-coating, promise). 🎧 In this episode: 👧 Birthday party dilemmas do you risk the overwhelm or skip the social opportunity? 👴 The grandparent problem handling family members who dismiss sensory meltdowns 💔 Sibling jealousy & the "Glass Child" experie
July 13 · 31 min
Autism Dad Opens Up: Potty Training at 12, Pringle Snobs & Co-Parenting Freddie
A rare and honest conversation with a dad on the spectrum-parenting journey. In this episode, we sit down with Glenn (with two Ns!), known online as @AutismWithFreddie, for a refreshingly honest chat about raising his 14-year-old son Freddie, who is autistic and non/pre-verbal. We talk about: 🍼 The years-long journey to potty training success 🐷 Freddie's unshakeable love of Peppa Pig (even at 14!) 🥔 Being a certified "Pringles snob" and other sensory food quirks 💔 Denial after diagnosis, a
July 6 · 27 min
We’re Grieving A Life We Never Got To Live
In this episode, my husband Nick joins me for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what life really looks like raising our severely autistic daughter Bailey, who is non-verbal and has a global developmental delay. We talk about the relentless daily routine, the impact on our other children, the loss of spontaneity, relationship strain, identity loss, and the emotional toll of not knowing what the future holds. If you're a parent of a child with autism, ADHD, global delay, or any additional
June 22 · 29 min
Raising Autistic Grandchildren: Our Mums Open Up
You asked and we delivered! 🎙️ We sit down for one of our most requested episodes ever an honest and emotional conversation about what it's really like to be a grandparent to an autistic child. From spotting early signs at just nine months old, to the grief, the exhaustion, the meltdowns, and the moments that make it all worth it. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or just someone who wants to feel less alone pull up a seat, this one's special. 💛 Sponsored by B and W https://www.blacka
June 15 · 38 min
Saving Leni: One Mum's Fight Against Childhood Dementia | Sanfilippo Syndrome Awareness | Emily
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June 8 · 30 min
DLA, EHCPs & Tribunals Explained: What Every SEN Parent Needs To Know | Send Mummies
In this episode of We’re Not Your Typical, we're joined by SEN experts Lisa and Gemma from Send Mummies to answer the questions every parent of a child with additional needs wants answered. We discuss EHCP applications, EHCP refusals, tribunal appeals, Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Blue Badges, school placements, autism, ADHD, masking, special educational needs support, and what happens when children transition into secondary school and adulthood. Whether you're applying for DLA for the f
June 1 · 41 min
Autism, Sensory Needs & Emotional Regulation Explained By An OT | Charan
In this episode of We’re Not Your Typical, we sit down with an experienced Occupational Therapist to explore autism, sensory processing difficulties, emotional regulation, and the everyday realities of parenting neurodivergent children. We discuss autism meltdowns, sensory overload, non-verbal communication, ADHD traits, PICA, routines, screen time, gut health, and practical OT strategies that parents can use at home to help their children feel calmer, safer, and more regulated. This honest co
May 25 · 1 hr
Dealing With Grief As A SEN Parent
In this deeply emotional episode, Carly opens up about her journey raising her son Barney from the early signs of autism and delayed communication, to the terrifying reality of seizures and navigating a world that often doesn’t understand children with additional needs. Carly shares the grief, fear, guilt and love that comes with parenting a non-verbal autistic child, including the moment she realised Barney wasn’t developing like other children, the challenges of mainstream school, and the hea
May 18 · 39 min
The Hidden Reality Of Raising A PDA Child | Jessie Townz
In this episode we talk openly with Jessie Townz about the reality of raising a child with a PDA profile the meltdowns, burnout, masking, school struggles, and the constant fight parents face just to be heard. From navigating EHCPs and specialist schools to explaining why PDA is so misunderstood, this conversation is honest, emotional, and deeply needed. If you’re parenting a neurodivergent child, especially one with PDA, you are not alone. 💛 Sponsored by B and W https://www.blackandwhitebr
May 11 · 38 min
I Thought I Was Failing As A Mum | Tash
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May 4 · 33 min
ADHD Burnout Is NOT What You Think…
Everyone talks about stress. But ADHD burnout is something completely different. In this episode, we sit down with clinicians to break down what burnout actually looks like and why so many parents, children, and adults are silently struggling. We get into: - Why ADHD and autism can compete in the same brain - The early warning signs most people ignore - Why burnout is the end result of months (or years) of masking - The reality of parenting while burned out - ADHD in the workplace (and why it
April 27 · 24 min
Some Days… I Just Don’t Know How To Keep Going
In this episode, we open up about the reality of parenting children with additional needs the part no one talks about. From receiving an autism diagnosis to navigating school struggles, burnout, and the emotional weight that comes with it… this is an honest conversation about what life really looks like behind the scenes. We talk about: → The moment everything changes after a diagnosis → Feeling alone, even when you’re not → The pressure of “coping” when you’re not okay → Parenting through mel
April 20 · 16 min
1 Child. 400 Cases Worldwide
Today we welcome Sarah. She shares her powerful journey of adopting her daughter and navigating life with a rare genetic condition, autism, and a system that often falls short. This is the side of parenting you don’t see full of challenges, resilience, and unconditional love Sponsored by B and W https://www.blackandwhitebridging.co.uk/ #podcastreel #realstories #supportmatters #turnersyndrome #parentingjourney #realstories #podcastclips #emotionalstory
April 13 · 32 min
The Company That Actually Puts People First | Black& White Bridging
This episode gets real about something most workplaces avoid… We sit down with the team behind a people-first business that’s doing things differently supporting neurodivergent employees, embracing individuality, and proving that “misfits” might actually be the key to success. From ADHD diagnoses and medication to building environments where people can actually thrive, this conversation is raw, honest, and eye-opening. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit the mould… this one’s for you. Bec
April 6 · 17 min
My Child Couldn’t Wear Clothes… So I Fixed It | Anaïs
This episode hits on something most parents don’t even realise is happening… What looks like “fussy behaviour” can actually be something much deeper. We sat down with the founder of Morning Marvels, a children’s clothing brand designed for kids with sensory processing challenges — after her own child struggled daily with what most people take for granted: getting dressed. From meltdowns over labels… To refusing certain fabrics… To turning that pain into a business helping thousands of familie
March 30 · 32 min
Born at 24 Weeks…
This episode will stay with you. Born at just 24 weeks, Joshua was given only a small chance of survival. He spent 6 months in hospital, faced multiple diagnoses, and struggled to communicate for years… But today? He’s speaking, expressing himself, and sharing his story. In this powerful conversation, we talk about: - The reality of premature birth - Living with cerebral palsy and autism - The emotional journey of parenting a child with additional needs - Finding strength in the hardest mome
March 23 · 45 min
Our Daughter Nearly Died… | Gaby
This is one of the most emotional stories we’ve ever shared. Gabby opens up about her daughter Nelly’s journey from a terrifying moment in ICU where her heart stopped… to the life-changing diagnosis that followed. What started as small signs that “something wasn’t right” turned into a fight for answers, leading to a diagnosis of Turner Syndrome — a rare genetic condition affecting 1 in 2000 girls. This is a story about resilience, motherhood, and never giving up on your child ❤️ 👉 If this s
March 16 · 43 min
I Thought I Knew My Child…
Amy Shock shares her powerful story of raising twins, navigating an autism diagnosis, and the emotional reality of parenting a neurodivergent child. From early signs to learning how to advocate for her son, this is a raw and honest conversation about motherhood, resilience and finding strength through the unexpected. Sponsored by B and W https://www.blackandwhitebridging.co.uk/ #disabilityawareness #podcastreel #realstories #supportmatters #autism