55 episodes

Nurse, author and Director of Born at the Right Time, Rachel Wright talks to fellow parents of people with disabilities and others in their community. With the power of story telling, laughter, swearing and useful information they create solace in knowing the warts and all truth of this off piste version of parenting.

Whether a well seasoned parent, newbie, one of many practitioners supporting families or simply someone wanting to peak over the fence - you’re welcome to listen in. We are better together, whatever Skies We’re Under.

The Skies We’re Under Born at the Right Time

    • Kids & Family

Nurse, author and Director of Born at the Right Time, Rachel Wright talks to fellow parents of people with disabilities and others in their community. With the power of story telling, laughter, swearing and useful information they create solace in knowing the warts and all truth of this off piste version of parenting.

Whether a well seasoned parent, newbie, one of many practitioners supporting families or simply someone wanting to peak over the fence - you’re welcome to listen in. We are better together, whatever Skies We’re Under.

    F**king Fantastic Community! With Rina Teslica and Lauren Fenton | S3 | E16

    F**king Fantastic Community! With Rina Teslica and Lauren Fenton | S3 | E16

    Join Rachel and Sarah for Episode 15 of The Skies We’re Under. They’re joined by the super cool Rina and Lauren from the brilliant F**king Normal Podcast
    as they celebrate the awesomeness of our wonderful collective community. It’s a bit of a love in for the fantastic podcasting community we’re part of (shout out to SendCast and Stories About Autism)
    There’s plenty of catch up time with Rachel and Sarah: Sarah has just about survived a hen weekend, they’re both full of the lurgy, feeling feverish, and dreaming of a life like Downton Abbey… Upstairs not downstairs!
    As we’re cheering podcasts - can you cheer for us - you can nominate The Skies We’re Under as a listener’s choice NOW at The British Podcast Awards
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen. That way we don’t have to bribe our children to review!
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.

    • 30 min
    Practical Help for Complex Lives (Introducing Hibi) | S3 | E15

    Practical Help for Complex Lives (Introducing Hibi) | S3 | E15

    Join Rachel and Sarah for Episode 15 of 'The Skies We’re Under' podcast.
    Rachel and Sarah reflect on the complexity of life, the contradictory emotions, conflicting demands and false eyelashes that look just like flies that need to be swatted.
    There is however, a bucketful of practical tips and suggestions in this week’s episode, from Canvas and Campfires, to hoist hire to Rachel letting you into her top-secret genius invention which will make her millions one day!.
    Also featuring Sam Millican-Smith as he introduces Hibi, a free app to support families of children with developmental differences & health conditions to manage, coordinate & navigate care. They designed the app with hundreds of families and care organisations, including Mencap & Parent Carer Forums across the country. Available for download here. 
    Finally - please please please can you all head over to the 
    British Podcast Awards and nominate 'The Skies We’re Under' for the Listener’s Choice Award? - We’d love it oh so much!
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen. 
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.

    • 37 min
    The Beating Heart of Communication with Joanna Holmes | S3 | E14

    The Beating Heart of Communication with Joanna Holmes | S3 | E14

    Join Rachel and Lucy for episode 14 of The Skies Were Under podcast. We’re joined again by Jo Holmes (Mummy Vs AAC) discussing how to find ways for meaningful connection with your child (which doesn’t necessarily need to involve a laminator).
    TRIGGER WARNING - Please note - right from the start, we have discussions around end of life care plans and DNACPR. If this is something that will be upsetting and triggering to you please skip this episode, or fast forward to 7 minutes.
    To find out more about Jo, and the resources she’s passionate about please go to:
    Mummy Vs AAC About Jo
    Resource Bank
    HOP | Hanging Out Program Interaction for People at Risk of Isolation
    Rachel and Lucy also discuss life when you’ve got too many tabs open.
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen. 
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.
     

    • 39 min
    Not AAC and SLT with Joanna Holmes | S3 | E13

    Not AAC and SLT with Joanna Holmes | S3 | E13

    Join Rachel and Lucy for Episode 13 of 'The Skies We’re Under' podcast. They are joined by the always insightful Jo Holmes, who talks about her life as a recovering Speech and Language Therapist. Rachel and Jo reflect on the impact of life changing moments where we go from one side of the fence to ‘the life we didn’t order.’
    In addition to talking about what we’re qualified in, Rachel also takes on something she’s totally NOT qualified for, and her amazing efforts at the best not trying too hard/trying my best World Maths Day outfit.
    You can find out more about Jo at: Mummy vs AAC
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen. 
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.

    • 33 min
    Communication is a Human Right with Dr. Mazal Tasgal | S3 | E12

    Communication is a Human Right with Dr. Mazal Tasgal | S3 | E12

    Rachel and Sarah are joined by the absolutely awesome Dr. Mazal Tasgal as they talk about all things communication. They dare to go off the ‘middle of the road’ pathways to explore the ways to nurture and develop communication, building on our innate ability to communicate with our child, right from the start. 
    You can learn more about Mazal’s work here, and also the wonderful charity who supported her family at the start of their journey at special effect.
    Rachel and Sarah also share their To-Do lists (even their secret ones!) and Rachel finally figures out what Number 5 actually meant - (it was Turtle Braces)
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen.  
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.
     

    • 39 min
    Weathering the Hospital Sh*t-storm | S3 | E11

    Weathering the Hospital Sh*t-storm | S3 | E11

    Join Rachel, Sarah and Lucy for Episode 11 of The Skies We’re Under Podcast as they share their top tips for Hospital stays. From Apocalypse Grab-bags, to hospital passports, to looking after yourself (and your bowels). We’ve got it covered.
    We also reflect on when care is not how it should be, (See also Martha's Rule)
    In addition to those top tips, we reflect on hopeful news for Lucy, Sarah’s ‘shit-tip for sale’ and Rachel’s ‘small puddle of patience’.
    We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing stories, we love hearing how things are going, the good, the bad, the snotty-crying ugly.
    You can leave a message with us in a number of ways:
    Firstly you can leave a message using speakpipe here: SpeakpipeTSWU
     (Please note calls need to be limited to 90 seconds)
    You can send us a voice note from your phone to our email address at tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Or, if the thought of hearing your own voice gives you ‘the ick’, then send us an email to tswupodcast@gmail.com
    Whatever way you choose to get in touch, we really want to hear your thoughts, views, musings, rants and confessions (we love a confession!) .
    Thanks for listening and being a part of our podcast community -It would make our day if you could like, follow and review the podcast wherever you listen. 
    Follow us on Instagram @BornatRightTime. Head to www.bornattherighttime.com to find a parent workshop or CPD-certified training for practitioners in communication, collaboration and personalised care with parents/carers.

    • 36 min

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