A fortnightly podcast about the ludicrous realities of being a parent of neurodivergent kids.
Lapsed comedian Mark Allen has three kids - two diagnosed autistic with ADHD and one suspected autistic.
Each episode, he speaks to a similarly frazzled parent and explores how other neurodiverse families deal with seemingly simple events, such as birthday parties, holidays, mealtimes, and leaving the house.
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A fortnightly podcast about the ludicrous realities of being a parent of neurodivergent kids.
Lapsed comedian Mark Allen has three kids - two diagnosed autistic with ADHD and one suspected autistic.
Each episode, he speaks to a similarly frazzled parent and explores how other neurodiverse families deal with seemingly simple events, such as birthday parties, holidays, mealtimes, and leaving the house.
Difficulty with transitions - Part 1 | Pete Wharmby
Neuroshambles
1 hour 25 minutes
2 weeks ago
Difficulty with transitions - Part 1 | Pete Wharmby
This episode of Neuroshambles, will resonate will all parents of neurodifferent kids, as Mark discusses difficulties with transition with the wonderful autism advocate, Pete Wharmby. Together, they delve into the messy, stressful, and often misunderstood world of transitions – from seemingly small everyday routines to major life changes.
Whether it’s leaving the house, going into school, or prying them away from screen time, transitions can often be a sensory, emotional and logistical nightmare for autistic, ADHD and PDA kids (and adults). But why exactly are they so hard – and what can we do to ease the load?
This is a funny, heartfelt, and cathartic episode full of insight, compassion and practical suggestions, as well as a much-needed sense of solidarity for anyone who’s ever dreaded their kids being invited to a birthday party.
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CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS (Estimated):
00:00 – Intro and why this is only part one
03:30 – Meet the guest: Pete Wharmby
12:00 – Transitions: What they are and why they’re so difficult
19:00 – Fear of the unknown
25:00 – Why birthday parties can be so anxiety-inducing
32:00 – Strategies for smoother transitions to the unknown
40:00 – School and powerlessness
48:00 – Holidays, Google Earth and visual planning
55:00 – Fear of the Known: Why school can feel like a punishment
1:03:00 – Processing struggles and instruction overload
1:13:00 – Fixable triggers and simple (free) accommodations
1:20:00 – The double-edged sword of hyperfocus
1:24:00 – Neurodiversity Champion: Fight For Ordinary
1:26:30 – Tiny Epic Wins
1:29:00 – What the Flip? Moments
1:33:00 – Wrap-up and tease for part 2
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LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION:
Pete Wharmby website - https://petewharmby.com/
Untypical by Pete Wharmby - https://amzn.eu/d/8gGK6v4
What I Want to Talk About, by Pete Wharmby - https://amzn.eu/d/6tY0kZQ
Fight for Ordinary - https://disabledchildrenspartnership.org.uk/fight-for-ordinary/
Google Maps Street View - https://www.google.com/streetview/
Google Earth - https://earth.google.com/web/
Ordnance Survey Maps - https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/
Albion In The Community - https://bhafcfoundation.org.uk/
Monotropism and Autism Theory - https://monotropism.org/
Interoception - https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/professional-practice/interoception-wellbeing
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CONTACT US
🌐 Website: www.neuroshambles.com
📧 Email: hello@neuroshambles.com
📸 Instagram: @neuroshambles
🎵 TikTok: @neuroshamblespod
📘 Facebook: Neuroshambles
🧵 Threads: @neuroshambles
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CREDITS
🎶 Theme music by Skilsel on Pixabay: pixabay.com
Neuroshambles
A fortnightly podcast about the ludicrous realities of being a parent of neurodivergent kids.
Lapsed comedian Mark Allen has three kids - two diagnosed autistic with ADHD and one suspected autistic.
Each episode, he speaks to a similarly frazzled parent and explores how other neurodiverse families deal with seemingly simple events, such as birthday parties, holidays, mealtimes, and leaving the house.
