The NeuroDADverse is more than just a podcast, it’s a weekly therapy session between two long-time friends reconnecting through the shared highs and lows of neurodivergent parenthood.
Danny is raising a six-year-old, while Ben is navigating life with two teenagers. Between them, their lived experiences span early years and adolescence, offering valuable perspective for any parent on the neurodivergent journey. Their conversations blend lived wisdom, raw honesty, and light-hearted reflection, often with Danny just entering stages that Ben has already faced. This dynamic brings warmth, curiosity, and relatable storytelling that resonates across all ages and stages of parenting.
At its heart, The NeuroDADverse exists because parenting neurodivergent children can feel incredibly isolating. Many of society’s norms simply don’t apply and it’s rare to find someone who truly hears you. This podcast was born from the need to find and grow that tribe. A space where parents can feel seen, heard, and appreciated.
Whether you’re in the thick of meltdowns, laughing uncontrollably with them or even just wondering about diagnoses you’re not alone.
Here, we speak with love, lead though our understanding and share with honesty. This is a space for ideas, laughter, and connection.
Please remember:
You are doing better than you think.
You are enough.
You are not alone.
Welcome to the NeuroDADverse.“
Real talk from two dads raising neurodivergent kids with love, laughter, and plenty of chaos.
Connect with us on Instagram, TikTok and watch us on Youtube @NeuroDadversepodcast
Theme music by Hands Up! https://www.instagram.com/handsuppunk/?hl=en
Show produced by Squid Shack Studios https://www.instagram.com/squidshackstudios/
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The NeuroDADverse is more than just a podcast, it’s a weekly therapy session between two long-time friends reconnecting through the shared highs and lows of neurodivergent parenthood.
Danny is raising a six-year-old, while Ben is navigating life with two teenagers. Between them, their lived experiences span early years and adolescence, offering valuable perspective for any parent on the neurodivergent journey. Their conversations blend lived wisdom, raw honesty, and light-hearted reflection, often with Danny just entering stages that Ben has already faced. This dynamic brings warmth, curiosity, and relatable storytelling that resonates across all ages and stages of parenting.
At its heart, The NeuroDADverse exists because parenting neurodivergent children can feel incredibly isolating. Many of society’s norms simply don’t apply and it’s rare to find someone who truly hears you. This podcast was born from the need to find and grow that tribe. A space where parents can feel seen, heard, and appreciated.
Whether you’re in the thick of meltdowns, laughing uncontrollably with them or even just wondering about diagnoses you’re not alone.
Here, we speak with love, lead though our understanding and share with honesty. This is a space for ideas, laughter, and connection.
Please remember:
You are doing better than you think.
You are enough.
You are not alone.
Welcome to the NeuroDADverse.“
Real talk from two dads raising neurodivergent kids with love, laughter, and plenty of chaos.
Connect with us on Instagram, TikTok and watch us on Youtube @NeuroDadversepodcast
Theme music by Hands Up! https://www.instagram.com/handsuppunk/?hl=en
Show produced by Squid Shack Studios https://www.instagram.com/squidshackstudios/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🎧 Episode 2 – Heat, Hydration & Holding It Together
In this episode of The NeuroDADverse, Ben and Dan battle through a blistering heatwave with their neurodivergent kids — and all the chaos that comes with it. From sensory meltdowns and nighttime wake-ups to battles over fans, windows, and hydration, the struggle is real.
But it’s not all stress. There are big parenting wins too — like watching a daughter play (and win!) a cup final under pressure, or cracking the code on bath time routines that finally work.
☀️ If you’ve ever tried to parent through a heatwave, support emotional regulation, or just make it to bedtime without a breakdown (yours or theirs), this one’s for you.
💬 Topics this episode:
👇 CHAPTERS BELOW for easy navigation.
00:00 – Welcome back to The NeuroDadverse
01:00 – New energy vs. commitment energy
02:00 – Weekly check-in: Three-word summary
03:30 – Heat, sleep, and overstimulation challenges
05:30 – Frankie and sensory overload in the sun
08:00 – When play helps regulate big emotions
10:00 – Heatwave + neurodiversity = Perfect storm
12:00 – Hydration, closed windows, and parental frustration
14:30 – Self-regulation battles and negotiation with teens
16:30 – Learning from past meltdowns (without "I told you so")
18:00 – Win of the week: Adapting routines that actually work
20:00 – Football, focus, and emotional processing on the pitch
22:30 – Watching your ND child succeed in a pressured environment
25:00 – Victory parade: Confidence, self-awareness, and cup celebrations
27:00 – Reflecting on neurodivergent strengths in adversity
28:00 – Pantomimes, performing arts, and community connection
30:00 – The power of shared ND parenting experiences
31:30 – Looking ahead: Routine changes and summer transitions
34:00 – School ceremonies and surprise wins
36:00 – End-of-term unpredictability and planning stress
38:30 – Emotional resilience and parent preparation
39:30 – ADHD self-assessment check-in (and procrastination)
40:30 – Update on Laura and Mabel’s HD360 assessment journey
42:00 – Bath Time Scores: From meltdown to a 9/10!
44:00 – Temperature, taps, and sensory workarounds
46:00 – The bath time binary choice trick (soap or gel?)
48:00 – Auditory issues and unexpected triggers
51:00 – Final reflections and laughs (and hosepipe parenting)
52:00 – Wrapping up and previewing next week’s challenges
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