Atypical Life

Carol Hegan
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An Atypical Life is a podcast sharing the everyday realities of neurodivergent family life — navigating a neurotypical world with humour, honesty, and heart. Through real stories, gentle insights, and lived-experience conversations with fellow neurokin, we talk about parenting, identity, sensory needs, burnout, belonging, and the moments that help us regulate, connect, and keep going. This is not about fixing ourselves to fit in — it’s about understanding our lives as they are, laughing where we can, and finding solidarity in shared experience.

Episodios

  1. Atypical Live Podcast - Season 1, Episode 3: Choosing the right "Support" for your family: accepting help, trust and consistency

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    Atypical Live Podcast - Season 1, Episode 3: Choosing the right "Support" for your family: accepting help, trust and consistency

    Atypical Live Podcast - Episode 3: Choosing the right "Support" for your family: accepting help, trust and consistency In this episode, hosts Carol and Chelsea discuss the journey of accepting help as a neurodivergent family. Chelsea, who has been supporting Carol's family for 8 years (starting at age 12!), shares her unique perspective as a support worker and the evolution of their relationship. They explore the challenges families face when bringing support into their homes, the importance of finding the right fit, and practical advice for families navigating NDIS support services. This conversation celebrates trust, growth, and the power of genuine care in disability support. Timestamped Show Notes: 0:00 - Introduction Welcome back and episode topic: accepting help 3:03 - Meeting Chelsea How Chelsea started supporting the family at age 12, her passion for working with kids, and why she's considered a "unicorn" 10:24 - Building Trust The evolution from community support to in-home support, overcoming vulnerability, and creating a safe space 13:40 - Types of Support Practical examples of support: daily routines, therapy strategies, school transitions, social programs, and building life skills 24:16 - Finding the Right Fit Tips for families and support workers: asking questions, starting small, building relationships, and the importance of genuine care 33:19 - Closing Thoughts Final advice for families considering support services

    31 min
  2. The Atypical Life Podcast - Season1, Episode 2 - Navigating Autism Diagnosis Journeys

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    The Atypical Life Podcast - Season1, Episode 2 - Navigating Autism Diagnosis Journeys

    Navigating Autism Diagnosis 10 years ago and now - for both children and adults.

    42 min
  3. Atypical Life Podcast - Season 1, Episode 1: Introduction: Neurodivergent Parenting & Life

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    Atypical Life Podcast - Season 1, Episode 1: Introduction: Neurodivergent Parenting & Life

    Atypical Life

    7 min
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An Atypical Life is a podcast sharing the everyday realities of neurodivergent family life — navigating a neurotypical world with humour, honesty, and heart. Through real stories, gentle insights, and lived-experience conversations with fellow neurokin, we talk about parenting, identity, sensory needs, burnout, belonging, and the moments that help us regulate, connect, and keep going. This is not about fixing ourselves to fit in — it’s about understanding our lives as they are, laughing where we can, and finding solidarity in shared experience.

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  • Creador
    Carol Hegan
  • Años de actividad
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  • Episodios
    3
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