{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/687f99e74d38ffe5f5713873/69a952d097f00280f0c518e3?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"A Huge School Win, Confidence Boosts, & A Football Breakthrough | NeuroDADverse Ep. 38","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/687f99e74d38ffe5f5713873/1772702590690-97e435e9-18c0-4865-bd11-b5d78935b73e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>🎙 The NeuroDADverse – Episode 38</p><p><br></p><p>This week on the podcast, we celebrate some unexpected parenting wins.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan shares a huge moment in Frankie’s school journey, when getting to school finally seemed to feel easier after months of difficult transitions.</p><p><br></p><p>For many SEND parents, the hardest part of the day isn’t the classroom… it’s simply getting through the gate.</p><p><br></p><p>Meanwhile, Ben shares a brilliant moment of confidence for Mabel after being asked to play for her school football team, stepping up, defending ruthlessly, and even winning Player of the Match.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we talk about:</p><p>• The anxiety parents feel during school transitions</p><p>• When transport works… but the school gate doesn’t</p><p>• The importance of supportive school staff</p><p>• Building respect and family relationships with grandparents</p><p>• Watching your child discover confidence through sport</p><p>• Why small moments can feel like huge victories in neurodivergent parenting</p><p>• Preparing for the week ahead — from World Book Day costumes to EHCP reviews</p><p><br></p><p>From the outside, these might look like small everyday stories.</p><p><br></p><p>But inside neurodivergent family life… they’re massive.</p><p><br></p><p>hapter Breakdown (49 min)</p><p>⏱ 00:00 – Welcome to The NeuroDADverse</p><p>Why we share the highs and lows of neurodivergent parenting</p><p>⏱ 02:00 – This Week’s Parenting Wins</p><p>⏱ 04:30 – Frankie’s School Transport Success</p><p>When the transition to school finally starts working</p><p>⏱ 09:30 – The Anxiety of Morning Transitions</p><p>The emotional load parents carry every school day</p><p>⏱ 15:30 – Supportive Schools Make All the Difference</p><p>⏱ 19:00 – Why Getting Through the Gate Matters</p><p>⏱ 24:00 – Ben’s Family Win: Respect Around the Table</p><p>A small but meaningful moment with grandparents</p><p>⏱ 30:00 – Mabel’s Football Breakthrough ⚽</p><p>First match, strong defending, and Player of the Match</p><p>⏱ 35:30 – Confidence in Teenage Years</p><p>⏱ 38:40 – Looking Ahead to the Week</p><p>World Book Day, school events and busy schedules</p><p>⏱ 44:30 – EHCP Reviews &amp; Advocacy for Your Child</p><p>⏱ 48:00 – Final Thoughts: Parenting Wins Matter</p><p><br></p><p>🎙️ NeuroDADverse Podcast</p><p>Real conversations about raising neurodivergent children in a neurotypical world.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by two UK dads, NeuroDADverse explores autism, ADHD, SEND parenting, mental load, masking, school systems, identity, and the everyday wins and struggles of neurodivergent family life.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re a parent of an autistic child, an ADHD dad, part of a SEND family, or simply looking for honest, relatable parenting conversations — you’re not alone here.</p><p><br></p><p>🔔 New episodes weekly</p><p>📢 Share, rate, or comment to help more families discover the show</p><p>📧 neurodadverse@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p>🌐 All links &amp; platforms:</p><p>👉 linktr.ee/NeuroDADverse</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Amazon Music • Audible</p><p>📺 Watch full episodes &amp; short clips on YouTube</p><p>📲 Follow on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook &amp; LinkedIn</p><p><br></p><p>#NeurodivergentParenting #SENDLife #AutismParenting</p><p>#ADHDDads #ParentingPodcast #NeuroDadverse</p><p>#DifferentNotLess #NeurodiversityUK</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Danny Eycott -  Ben Wisdom-Quieros"}