We're Not Your Typical Podcast

In this exciting episode of "We're Not Your Typical," Jade and Sophie welcome the vibrant Lisa Lloyd, known as ASD with a G and T. A published author and dedicated mother to two SEND children, Lisa shares her journey in navigating the challenges of raising special needs children while bringing humour and authenticity to her social media presence. She discusses the often daunting realities of seeki...

In this heartfelt episode, we welcome British actor Josh Myers, who shares his journey as a father to his seven-year-old daughter, Lily May, who is both blind and autistic. Josh opens up about the initial challenges they faced after Lily's birth, including the gradual realization of her blindness and the later diagnosis of autism. He reflects on the early signs of Lily's conditions, the confusion...

In this episode, we welcome Jodi, a passionate speech and language therapist who shares her journey into the field of speech therapy. Jodi reflects on her qualification in 2009 and how her love for working with children led her to specialise in special needs. She discusses the unique pathway she took during her training, where she gained extensive experience with children, particularly those with...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," hosts Sophie and Jade catch up on life and parenting challenges. Sophie shares her experiences with her daughter Bailey's changing sleep patterns, revealing that Bailey no longer naps during the day and has been waking up earlier than usual in the mornings. The discussion touches on how Bailey's happy demeanour contrasts with her sleep struggles and the...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," we welcome Jessie, who talks about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a condition that many people may not be familiar with. Jessie shares her personal journey as a mother to a seven-year-old boy with PDA, explaining what the term means and how it manifests in daily life. PDA is characterized by a loss of autonomy, leading to intense reactions to ever...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," we welcome Vanessa, also known as The Autistic Chef, who shares her inspiring journey of being diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder later in life. At 39, Vanessa reflects on her experiences and the challenges she has faced, particularly related to feeding issues and sensory sensitivities around food. She discusses how her passion...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," we welcome Hayley shares her personal journey as a mother of an 18-year-old son with high-functioning autism and severe ADHD. She discusses the early signs that led to her son's diagnosis at the age of three, including difficulties in recognising his name and colours, and his tendency to play alone. Hayley opens up about the challenges and milestones th...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," we welcome Olly, a motivational mental health speaker, to share his inspiring journey through mental health challenges. Olly opens up about his early experiences with OCD, depression, and how he recognized the signs of mental illness from a young age. Despite having a wonderful childhood, Ollie recounts a pivotal moment during a family holiday in Menorc...

In this episode of We're Not Your Typical, hosts dive into a heartfelt conversation with Lisa and Jemma from Send Mummies. The four SEND Mums share their unique journeys, discussing their experiences with Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Blue Badges, and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Jemma introduces herself as a mother to five boys, detailing her eldest son's autism and the challeng...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," hosts Jade and Sophie welcome their husbands to share their unique perspectives on being fathers of children with autism. Host Nick opens up about his mixed emotions and the unexpected journey of parenting a child with special needs. He discusses the daily learning curve and the importance of celebrating his daughter's individuality rather than focusing...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," hosts Jade and Sophie welcome Josh White, an individual with ADHD and a recovering addict, who shares his unique journey from childhood to adulthood. Josh discusses how he has felt different since a young age, describing his experience of living with ADHD and the overwhelming sensations that accompany his daily life. He likens his feelings to being in t...

In this episode of "We're Not Your Typical," hosts Sophie and Jade are joined by their lifelong friends, Talia and Sammy, for a heartfelt discussion about friendship and support through life's journey. The group reminisces about their long-lasting bonds, sharing memories that highlight the importance of being there for one another. Sammy opens up about a pivotal moment she experienced with Jade's...

In the inaugural episode of "Not Your Typical," hosts Sophie and Jade introduce themselves and share their personal journeys as parents of children with autism. Sophie discusses her family, including her husband Josh and their two daughters, Callie and Marley. Callie, who is five and a half, has a diagnosis of autism, global delay, and is on the pathway for ADHD. Sophie reflects on the challenges...

We are 2 mums who each have an autistic daughter with one being non-verbal. We have both decided to share our journey of the kids and as parents to show people they are not alone and there can be help out there. Our goal is to raise awareness around neurodiversity and how to overcome daily struggles and tasks that parents of neurotypical children take for granted.  One already has a strong social...