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The Untypical Parent™ Podcast

The Untypical Parent™ Podcast

De: Liz Evans - The Untypical OT
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Welcome to The Untypical Parent™ Podcast, a place for parents in neurodivergent families who want real-life strategies, honest conversations, and a reminder that doing things differently is more than okay.


Hosted by me, Liz Evans — The Untypical OT, a dyslexic, solo parent in a neurodiverse family, this show explores everything from parental burnout and sensory needs to dyslexia, ADHD, and chronic illness. You’ll hear from experts and parents alike, sharing tips and stories to help you create a family life that works for you, because every family is unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to families.


If you’ve ever felt that “typical” parenting advice doesn’t fit your world, this is your place for connection, practical tools, and encouragement without the judgement.


Topics include:

• Neurodivergent parenting strategies

• Managing burnout and overwhelm

• Sensory-friendly family life

• Dyslexia, ADHD, autism & additional needs

• Parenting with chronic illness


Listen weekly for ideas you can actually use — and the reassurance that you’re not alone in doing things your way. Take what works and leave what doesn't.


Are you ready?

Come join me?

© 2025 The Untypical Parent™ Podcast
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Episodios
  • F1 & Sparkles: How Racing Cars Connected Us
    Aug 12 2025

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    The summer holidays bring a unique rhythm to neurodivergent families with a "sweet spot" emerging between the transition from school and the anxiety of returning. This episode explores finding connection through our children's special interests during these periods.

    • Taking time for one-on-one connections with each child through their special interests
    • Experiencing the joy of witnessing someone talk about their "glimmers" or passionate interests
    • How a trip to Silverstone created meaningful connection with my Formula 1-loving son
    • Remembering to use your child's DLA status for carer discounts at attractions
    • Navigating summer holidays with multiple children through "divide and survive" strategies
    • Finding "micro moments" of connection during challenging periods
    • Celebrating small wins and finding joy in everyday experiences
    • Considering a new podcast series theme around "rest" for parents
    • Debating whether to release a difficult episode about tribunal experiences

    If you're enjoying the podcast, please text me using the link in the show notes to share your thoughts on future episodes or topics you'd like covered. I'd especially love to know if you'd prefer to keep our "Are you the perfect parent?" series or try something new.


    Support the show

    I'm Liz, The Untypical OT. I support parents and carers in additional needs and neurodivergent families with burnout, mental health and well-being. When we support parents, everyone benefits.

    If this episode made you laugh out loud or feel a little less alone, why not buy me a coffee? It's a small way to show your support and keep this podcast going.

    Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/the.untypical.ot

    Connect with Liz: https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    🔗 To connect with me, you can find all my details on Linktree:
    https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    And if you'd like to contact me about the podcast please use the text link at the top or you can email at:
    contact@untypicalparentpodcast.com.

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    31 m
  • Parenting with Chronic Illness: Finding Your Path
    Aug 5 2025

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    Chronic illness doesn't come with a parenting manual. That's why this conversation with Rebecca (the Chronically Resilient OT) feels like a breath of fresh air for anyone trying to raise children while managing their own health challenges.

    "Perfect is the enemy of done," Rebecca reminds us, cutting straight through the guilt that plagues so many parents with chronic conditions. Drawing from her unique perspective as both an occupational therapist and someone living with chronic illness and neurodivergence, she offers practical wisdom that goes beyond typical advice. Rather than focusing on what parents "should" do, she helps reframe priorities around what's genuinely meaningful.

    What happens when your sensory needs clash with your child's? How do you explain to a four-year-old why they can't jump on your back? When should you tell children about your illness, and how? Rebecca tackles these questions with compassion and clarity, emphasising that talking openly about disability (in age-appropriate ways) creates safety for children who intuitively sense when something's wrong.

    The practical strategies she shares—from energy accounting to different types of rest—offer a roadmap for parents struggling to balance their health needs with family responsibilities. Perhaps most powerful is her permission to outsource what you can and adapt expectations: "There's no moral failure in outsourcing. It doesn't mean you're a bad person or a bad parent if you're not able to do the grocery shopping or the laundry or all of the cooking."

    This conversation will leave you with a transformative realisation: what your children will remember isn't the three loads of unfolding laundry—it's the five minutes spent working on a puzzle together, the board game played in pyjamas, the authentic connection that happens when we let go of perfection and embrace the reality of our limitations.


    You can find Rebecca on:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechronicallyresilientot

    Website: https://www.chronicresilienceot.com/


    Support the show

    I'm Liz, The Untypical OT. I support parents and carers in additional needs and neurodivergent families with burnout, mental health and well-being. When we support parents, everyone benefits.

    If this episode made you laugh out loud or feel a little less alone, why not buy me a coffee? It's a small way to show your support and keep this podcast going.

    Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/the.untypical.ot

    Connect with Liz: https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    🔗 To connect with me, you can find all my details on Linktree:
    https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    And if you'd like to contact me about the podcast please use the text link at the top or you can email at:
    contact@untypicalparentpodcast.com.

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    50 m
  • Parenting On High Alert: Living with Childhood Epilepsy
    Jul 29 2025

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    What happens when your child's first seizure changes everything? Nicole Bateman, host of "Conversations with a Send Mum" podcast, takes us beyond the stereotypical understanding of epilepsy into a world most people never see.

    "Before my son had his first seizure, when I heard the word epilepsy, I would think of flashing lights and shaking on the floor," Nicole shares, before telling us that there are over 40 different types of seizures, each manifesting in unique ways. Most surprising? Only a very amount of people with epilepsy are triggered by flashing lights – a statistic that challenges everything we think we know about this condition.

    Our conversation delves into the unexpected connections between epilepsy, autism, and sensory processing, exploring how a parent's life transforms when living with the constant uncertainty of when the next seizure might occur. Nicole candidly discusses how her nervous system has been "on high alert" for five years, alongside her innovative solutions for helping children understand and regulate their sensory experiences through her work with the Super Sensory Squad and Friendly Send Advisor.

    Whether you're supporting a child with epilepsy, work with neurodivergent individuals, or simply want to better understand the hidden complexities of neurological differences, this conversation offers crucial insights, practical strategies, and a deeply human perspective on embracing life's unexpected twists and turns. Join us to expand your understanding of what it means to parent differently while creating a more inclusive world for all children.

    You can find Nicole:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefriendlysendadvisor

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefriendlysendadvisor/

    And Nicole mentions Young Epilepsy as a great support: https://www.youngepilepsy.org.uk/


    Support the show

    I'm Liz, The Untypical OT. I support parents and carers in additional needs and neurodivergent families with burnout, mental health and well-being. When we support parents, everyone benefits.

    If this episode made you laugh out loud or feel a little less alone, why not buy me a coffee? It's a small way to show your support and keep this podcast going.

    Support the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/the.untypical.ot

    Connect with Liz: https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    🔗 To connect with me, you can find all my details on Linktree:
    https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot

    And if you'd like to contact me about the podcast please use the text link at the top or you can email at:
    contact@untypicalparentpodcast.com.

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    38 m
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