Love Needs No Words

In the final episode of Love Needs No Words for now... Amy & Kirsty are joined by Sophie or Senythingbutnormal on instagram. Sophie has identical twins who have been diagnosed with a genetic condition. The boys are 8 years old and have a severe speech delay and mild learning difficulties. They have come along way from birth and Sophie shares the ups and downs of their journey so far. Thank you...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty talk us through their christmas' - the highs and the lows. At the fact that it is a lovely opportunity to look back and reflect on previous years and how far they have come. It is also a goodbye for now from the girls as they are putting a temporary pause on the podcast whilst they deal with things closer to home that need t...

On this week's episode we are joined by Stefanie Hohl who is passionate about spreading the news that movement can help children, especially those with special needs, learn to read. Stefanie is the founder and developer of an engaging and effective program called ABC, See, Hear, Do and has created fun learning materials to help young children. Based in America the programme is having an impor...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Kirsty and Amy discuss the build up to Christmas and all the chaos that comes with that. The difficulties that this time of year brings at school and at home and the positives over the last few weeks too. Its been such a great year of guests and positive feedback so thank you all for listening and have an amazing, chicken nugget Christmas. Thank...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Joanne Watson. Joanne’s son Tom is 26  – diagnosed Autistic and is nonspeaking. But uses the method of Spelling to communicate. Joanne has been working with this method of communication and those involved with the concept for many years and joins us to tell us all about it.  As well as the difference it has made on many autistic p...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Charlotte Mountford or Badger Education as she is known on instagram.  Charlotte was a specialist Autism teacher for over 20 years in the uk and oveseas. But more recently has gone solo as a Neurofirming Autism Education Consultant. She talks about the education system and the changes she has seen over the years and...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are rejoined by Sarah Vernon who was one of the first guests of the podcast.  Sarah’s daughter Briony is 5 years old, nonspeaking and received her diagnosis of Autism early last year.  In the first interview, Sarah articulated beautifully her emotions around the early stages of her daughter's diagnosis, the grief she felt an...

Its been a few weeks but Amy & Kirsty are back with a roundup from the half term break. Kirsty has been flying solo whilst the hubby has been away and talks about the benefits that has actually had on Max and his routine in many ways. Alex has been attempting to discuss his emotions and ask for more things this half term. But with the start of communication has been the outbursts of frustratio...

On this week's episode we have some of the best bits from over the last few months. Thank you to all the brilliant guests we have had on and for you all for listening. We will be back next week with a roundup of half term, the awards and everything in between. Support the show Parenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly reward...

On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by the lovely Ruby.  Ruby has the account @ewanandme on instagram where she shares her brother Ewan’s story. Ewan is 23, diagnosed Autistic, has a severe learning disability and is non speaking and Ruby describes on her instagram about him reaching crisis point various times over the last few years, even loosing his sight in one of his ey...

This is a Bonus Episode for those wanting to know more about what a family centre can offer -  especially for families like ours with neurodiverse children. This includes the groups that are available which provide not just a safe space to share your emotions with others, but also somewhere with no judgement to take the children too. As well a what 1-1 advice and support they can provide in the co...

On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Leona Smith who is Mum to two children, Emmie and Arthur. Arthur has Autism and is non-speaking and Leona has been sharing his journey through her Instagram page @leonajadesmith. Leona talks openly and honestly about Arthur’s initial diagnosis and how that made her feel, his global Developmental Delay and what that means....

On this week’s episode we are joined by Charlotte or twins_tides_and autism_vibes on Instagram. Charlotte is mum to Jude and Tommy who are social media stars in their own right – hundreds of us have been following their story and have learnt so much along the way. During the episode she discusses the boys in more detail – the differences between them – the highs and the lows of their journey so fa...

Amy & Kirsty are back on this week's episode of Love Needs No Words with an update from the first week back at school. They discuss difficult behaviour and the fine line between disciplining your child and having an understanding that sometimes its an impulse reaction and out of their control. Amy also shares her story about a balloon and a park that left her mortified - listen to find ou...

On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by the brilliant Alex Richardson. Alex was diagnosed with Autism at 5 years old and has come a long way since his initial diagnosis. From finding support with his sensory processing and aversions to food. To navigating the world of work which he says was very hard at first. But now he has a brilliant job working for the coun...

On this week's episode of Love needs No Words Kirsty and Amy discuss their last few weeks of the summer holiday round-up as they prepare for the boys to go back to school. Kirsty's has been struggling with the loudness in the house and Max's need for constant attention. Whilst Amy has seen a massive leap in Alex's speech but is still struggling with potty training. Both feel th...

On this week's episode of Love needs No Words Kirsty and Amy discuss their summer holiday's so far. Kirsty's trip to Greece and the twists and turns that came with their first holiday abroad. Amy has been to Norfolk and Kent - places that Alex knows well but it still came with challenges. They discuss the unpredictable nature of the holiday's and the impact that has on the boys...

On this Special Episode of Love Needs No Words - Amy & Kirsty have put together some of the best bits from over the last year. Enjoy having a listen back to some of the brilliant guests that have been on and if any clips interest you in particular- you can listen back to the interview in full. ** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here&apo...

On this Special Episode of Love Needs No Words - Amy & Kirsty have put together some of the best bits from over the last year. Enjoy having a listen back to some of the brilliant guests that have been on and if any clips interest you in particular- you can listen back to the interview in full. ** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here&apo...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Nicole Settle or ADHD Mum as she is known on instagram. Nicole is mum of three children, two of which have additional needs. She talks about the challenges of being neurodivergent herself along with being a big advocate and support for her children who have their own difficulties. Nicole is an open book and this is...

On this week’s Episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Penelope Bates. Penelope is mum to son Connor who was diagnosed with Autism at 7, has had epilepsy since he was 8 weeks old and has a learning disability.  He is now 24, drives and is looking to live independently. Its not been the easiest of journey’s of which Connor is still on but Penelope  wishes that she had, had a c...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty discuss the ups and downs of the last few weeks. Including emotions surrounding Sports Day, Kids Parties and their thoughts on the summer holiday - the first for the boys since being at school. As always, Amy & Kirsty are very open and honest with how they are feeling and hope that they bring comfort and a level of understand...

On this episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Mary Long-Dhonau OBE.  Mary also known as 'Flood Mary' is known in a work capacity for going above and beyond to support victims of flooding. But at home she is mum to Peter who is 28, Non Speaking and Autistic.  Mary wrote so eloquently on LinkedIn about how difficult it is parenting a child and now adult with severe...

On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words we discuss all things travel. Going away as a family fills a lot of us with anxiety and dread especially if you have someone you are travelling with who is neurodivergent. What will they be like on the plane, how will they cope with a different environment - well thats where the lovely Hayley Field’s comes in.  Through her instagram page @the_fiel...

On this week's Episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are chatting about a topic many of us on this journey can relate too – fussy eating or difficulties when getting our children to try different foods. Paediatric Dietitian and Feeding Therapist Emma Shafqat is talking all things food. Emma runs masterclasses for parents but is also just a brilliant mentor and listening ear for tho...