Neurodivergent Conversations | Autism Spectrum, ADHD, AuDHD, PDA, Emotional Regulation, Neurodivergent parent

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What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How can parents, teachers, and communities better support neurodivergent children? How do autistic and ADHD individuals experience the world? Each week, we explore these questions with practical strategies, emotional insight, and real stories. I’m Greer — a mum of two boys (and two dogs!) raising a child with special educational needs (SEN) alongside my husband. Our daily life looks different from the norm, but it’s full of love, advocacy, and growth. I started this podcast to create a space for parents of neurodivergent kids, educators, and allies to learn, connect, and build understanding together. You’ll hear parenting tips, advocacy guidance, sensory strategies, and personal reflections that shine a light on both the joys and challenges of neurodivergent parenting. Through heartfelt solo episodes and guest interviews, we’ll talk about EHCP or IEP processes, school support, emotional regulation, and the big feelings that come with raising ND kids. Whether you’re here as a parent of an autistic or ADHD child, a late-diagnosed adult, a teacher seeking insight, or someone wanting to understand the neurodivergent world, this podcast is your space to grow, connect, and know you’re not alone. Welcome to The Unfinished Idea — a podcast all about parenting, autism, ADHD, and life in a neurodivergent family. Here, we open up honest conversations about neurodiversity, raising neurodivergent children, and navigating the everyday realities of SEN parenting.

  1. Moving Abroad With an Autistic Child: How to Prep for Big Transitions, Find Community, and Thrive in Portugal with Alexis Nicole

    2D AGO

    Moving Abroad With an Autistic Child: How to Prep for Big Transitions, Find Community, and Thrive in Portugal with Alexis Nicole

    If you are in a neurodivergent relationship we are doing a webinar talking about the everyday realities. The joys and challenges while being or being married to a neurodivergent person. Join us Feb. 12, at 8pm UK, replay is available! What if the thing that feels impossible, moving countries with a sparkly-brained kid, could actually become the start of your child feeling more supported, more understood, and more free? In this episode, we talk about the kind of preparation that helps autistic kids feel safe in big change, how to keep the vibe hopeful even when the logistics are a lot, and what it looks like to build community when you are new, anxious, and navigating a language barrier. Today on Neurodivergent Conversations, I’m joined by Alexis Nicole from Mommashive, a travel and lifestyle creator living in Portugal after relocating from the United States with her family. We get into the real, practical stuff you actually want when you are considering a move or a big trip with an autistic child, like: why some autistic kids do better with more notice (not less), and how Alexis used previews, videos, and even paperwork to reduce anxiety how to involve your child in downsizing and planning so it feels like something happening with them, not to them what school can look like in Porto, including language support and why integration mattered to their family the surprising ways travel (RV life and cruising) supported social confidence and new routines how community can start online when you are nervous in real life, including the role of Facebook groups and creator communities a few tiny “try it and see” regulation idear sweet in your bag, shared as an anecdotal tool that helped Alexis in the moment This one is especially for the parent who is thinking, “I want to give my child more world, but I’m scared I’ll make everything harder.” You are not alone, and you are not the only one doing a ton of prep behind the scenes. GUEST LINKS: Follow Alexis over at Mamashive on Instagram GET THE LINKS ⁠⁠⁠Check out the refreshed website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FACEBOOK⁠⁠⁠ SPONSOR LINKS: Check out ADHD Central and their great tools! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min
  2. Late-Diagnosed ADHD, RSD, and the Analog Tools That Help You Feel Calm Again (with Graham Meckling)

    FEB 5

    Late-Diagnosed ADHD, RSD, and the Analog Tools That Help You Feel Calm Again (with Graham Meckling)

    JOIN US FOR A WEBINAR for Neurodivergent Couples. Happening online February 12 at 8PM UK. Replay is available. Ever feel like your brain is sprinting, even when you are sitting still? Like you can be everyone’s friend, but still feel a little… untethered? In this episode, we talk about what it is like to be late-diagnosed with ADHD, how overthinking turns into assumptions, and why the smallest supports can be thelp you breathe again. Today on Neurodivergent Conversations, I’m joined by Graham, an author (including Babies Don't Talk), entrepreneur, and one of the humans behind ADHD Central, a brand analog supports for ADHD brains. We chat about the real, everyday stuff that so many late-diagnosed adults quietly carry, like: why “Do I want to do this… or does my ADHD?” is a game-changing question how rejection sensitivity can spiral when your brain fills in the gaps why not making assumptions (and actually asking) can save so much heartache the unexpected power of walking, slowing down, and giving yourself grace how paper-based “external brain” tools can ger head and into the real world, without another app buzzing at you If you are navigating adult ADHD, neurodivergent just craving tools that feel doable, this one is going to land. GUEST LINKS: Follow ADHD Central Check out their resources GET THE LINKS ⁠⁠⁠Check out the refreshed website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FACEBOOK⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  3. Selective Eating in Autism: Food Jagging, and a Realistic Mealtime Reset with Brittyn Coleman

    JAN 29

    Selective Eating in Autism: Food Jagging, and a Realistic Mealtime Reset with Brittyn Coleman

    If mealtimes feel like a daily stress test, you’re not imagining it and you’re not failing. Sometimes it’s not the food that’s the problem, it’s the overwhelm wrapped around it. In this episode, we talk about what a realistic “reset” around food can look like for autistic kids, ADHD kids, and sensory sensitive kids, especially after a season like Christmas where everything felt loud and unstructured. Today’s guest is Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD (Autism Dietitian). She supports families raising kids on the autism spectrum (and kids with sensory processing challenges) using sensory-informed, sensory-friendly nutrition approaches. She also shares the personal why behind her work, and practical strategies that protect trust, reduce pressure, and make progress feel possible. In this conversation, you’ll learn: what “resetting” mealtimes can actually look like when your child has safe foods and big sensory needs why nervous system regulation matters for eating (and what to do if your child comes to the table already dysregulated) how to simplify the mealtime environment (noise, clutter, lights, screens) without trying to be perfect the difference between expanding a diet vs removing foods, including the idea: add before you subtract what food jagging is, why it often shows up with ADHD and autism, and how to prevent food burnout the “division of responsibility” approach to feeding, and what is (and is not) your job as the parent Brittyn’s practical “one new food per week” strategy, plus how to build an easy food list to reduce decision fatigue GUEST LINKS: ⁠⁠ Follow Brittyn Get the Food Hopper app ⁠⁠GET THE LINKS⁠⁠⁠: Check out the refreshed website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FACEBOOK⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  4. Parenting Burnout in Neurodivergent Families: Signs, Symptoms, and Micro Steps to Recover with Eleonora

    JAN 22

    Parenting Burnout in Neurodivergent Families: Signs, Symptoms, and Micro Steps to Recover with Eleonora

    You can be “fine” on paper and still be running on empty. If you’re doing the school meetings, the appointments, the meals, the meltdowns, and the mental load, but you can’t remember the last time you booked your own doctor’s appointment, this episode is for you. We’re naming burnout for what it is, what it looks like in real life, and the smallest first step to stop the spiral before you hit the wall. Today’s guest is Eleonora, who supports families and caregivers and has a real-life, practical lens on what burnout looks like for parents, especially those raising neurodivergent kids. In this conversation, we talk about the difference between being tired and being depleted, how burnout builds over time, and what “caring for the caregiver” can look like when your life already feels maxed out. In this episode, we cover: what burnout actually is, and the questions that reveal it (sleep, food, water, emotional reactions, and how you respond in crisis) burnout vs regular parenting exhaustion, and why burnout is not solved by one good night of sleep the “caregiver balance sheet” idea, and how noticing patterns helps you interrupt them self-care myths that keep parents stuck (it has to be expensive, it has to take hours, it’s selfish) micro moments that actually work, like a five-minute pause, silence, darkness, or a tiny check-in with yourself a surprisingly powerful strategy: removing one task from your plate and delegating it fully how to make it easier to accept help by keeping a list of three things someone can do when they ask why this matters for the whole family, because caring for yourself supports your ability to show up with clarity and resilience Ready for a reset? Join my free 3-day workshop Overwhelm Reset starting January 26th: ⁠⁠GET THE LINKS⁠⁠⁠: Check out the refreshed website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ L⁠earn about the ⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FACEBOOK⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
  5. ADHD Budgeting That Actually Works (Without Shame) — with Jules the Budget Nerd

    JAN 15

    ADHD Budgeting That Actually Works (Without Shame) — with Jules the Budget Nerd

    Ever feel like you’ll “deal with it later”… and then later never comes? In this episode, Jules (aka Jules the Budget Nerd) and I talk about what money looks like with an ADHD brain—impulse spending, shame spirals, and why “perfect budgeting” can actually make things worse. And yes… we also talk about budgeting as self-care (even if you hate that phrase). Jules is a budgeting coach who helps people get out of debt with practical systems that don’t rely on rigid spreadsheets or unrealistic willpower. She shares her own story—knowing the “right” money rules, still ending up in a runaway debt train, and the guilt of feeling like she should be doing better. In our conversation, we chat about: Why ADHD + credit cards can turn into a “later” problem that keeps growing Letting your budget flex by season (debt payoff season, saving season, trip season) How to stop trying to do everything at once—because it’s exhausting and it backfires “Fun money” as a permission slip (and a relationship-saver) ADHD-friendly systems that reduce decision fatigue (hello grocery pickup + fewer temptations) A simple way to model money habits for kids: talk about money, set a store goal, and play “would you rather” If you’re a neurodivergent mama (or raising a neurodivergent kid) and money feels like one more place you’re “failing”… this episode will feel like a deep exhale—and a reset you can actually follow through on. Sign up for the 3 day Overwhelm Reset Workshop GUEST LINKS: Jewlz the budget nerd GET THE LINKS⁠Check out the refreshed website⁠ Learn about the ⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠ FACEBOOK⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  6. Sensory Meltdowns : A Realistic Reset for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Kids

    JAN 8

    Sensory Meltdowns : A Realistic Reset for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Kids

    Christmas is over… but your nervous system didn’t get the memo.  If you’re heading into January feeling fried, overstimulated, and like you’re already behind, this episode is your permission slip to reset realistically—emotionally, mentally, and practically. Laura and I talk about what’s actually going on underneath sensory meltdowns (hint: it’s communication), how to spot your own “I’m not okay” signs before you crash, and how to be more proactive than reactive when your child is dysregulated. My guest, Laura, has a background in teaching and now supports parents navigating the toughest parts of neurodivergent family life—especially sensory overload and meltdowns. She’s also the creator of The PAUSE Method, a practical digital course built for real life (because “accessible support” isn’t accessible when evenings are meltdown central). Here’s what we get into—like you’re sitting with us at the kitchen table: What a realistic reset looks like for overwhelmed parents: noticing what’s not working, celebrating the “tiny acts of courage” you forget you do daily, and spotting your own distress signals before burnout hits. A mindset shift for meltdowns: your child isn’t “being aggressive”—their body might be asking for sensory input (like proprioceptive/deep pressure needs). Practical sensory supports you can try: wall pushes, press-ups, throwing/catching, “indoor snowballs,” weighted blankets, deep pressure, and learning what your child’s movement is telling you. Why “proactive not reactive” matters (and what a sensory diet actually means). Laura’s PAUSE Method breakdown: physiology, adult awareness, unhelpful thoughts, stress & demands, and boundaries—so you’re not just surviving the meltdown, you’re changing what happens around it too. And the note I hope lands the deepest: nothing is broken—we just need different strategies (and sometimes a couple of recharge breaks). Join me for a 3 day Overwhelm Reset Workshop GUEST LINKS: The PAUSE Method GET THE LINKS⁠⁠Check out the refreshed website⁠⁠⁠ Learn about the ⁠Exhausted to Empowered Collective⁠⁠ Follow me on socials: ⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FACEBOOK⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
  7. Neurodivergent Conversations Begins: 2026 Plans, Community, and Resetting

    JAN 1

    Neurodivergent Conversations Begins: 2026 Plans, Community, and Resetting

    New year, new name, same heart. On this New Year’s Day episode, it’s just Greer and Chris having a real, relaxed chat about what’s coming in 2026 for their neurodivergent family and the community they’re building. If you’re craving more calm, more support, and more “oh, it’s not just me” moments, this one is for you. You’ll hear from Greer Jones, podcast host and neuro-affirming coach, alongside Chris (Greer’s husband and co-builder behind the scenes) as they talk through what’s next for the podcast and the bigger mission: helping neurodivergent families feel less alone in the everyday. In this episode, we talk about: The podcast rename to Neurodivergent Conversations and why it helps more neurodivergent parents find this space The vision for 2026: more time as a family, more momentum, and more community-led growth A 3-day virtual summit planned for May (dates coming soon) with experts on the real-life topics neurodivergent families face The launch of the Exhausted to Empowered Collective, including the course, weekly calls, and an app-based community Why tiny, realistic changes matter, and how to actually apply what you learn to your own life Greer’s upcoming book for parents who feel like typical parenting advice just does not fit If you’ve ever thought, “Why does motherhood feel so hard for me?” or “I just want a plan that works for our family,” you’re in the right place. GET THE LINKS Check out the refreshed website Learn about the Exhausted to Empowered Collective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    22 min
  8. Why ADHD Makes Decisions Feel So Hard and What Helps: Goals, Accountability, and the AIR Reset with Brooke Schnittman

    12/18/2025

    Why ADHD Makes Decisions Feel So Hard and What Helps: Goals, Accountability, and the AIR Reset with Brooke Schnittman

    Have you ever stared at a simple decision and suddenly it feels weirdly massive? Like your brain is running every possible outcome at full volume, and now you are frozen. In this episode, we talk about why ADHD decision making can feel so heavy, how decision fatigue builds faster, and what to do when you hit that stuck loop. Greer is joined by Brooke Schnittman (ADHD coach and creator in the ADHD space) for a real, relatable conversation about decision paralysis, dopamine, and the day to day overwhelm that so many neurodivergent parents and adults carry. In this conversation, you will hear: Why ADHD can make every option feel equally urgent, especially with inattentive ADHD, and why even “small” choices can feel high stakes A simple way to sort “big vs small” decisions by anchoring back to your goals, plus why accountability matters when your brain forgets the goal exists (hello, object permanence) What Brooke calls the ADHD disruption spiral, and why you cannot logic your way out when you are emotionally dysregulated Brooke’s AIR reset (Acknowledge, Interrupt, Redirect) for getting out of freeze mode with a tiny next step that actually feels doable Decision fatigue explained in plain language: how hundreds of daily choices drain fuel faster, why it is not laziness, and how routines can reduce the load over time If you have ever felt shame about how long it takes you to decide, or you rely on “systems” just to stay afloat, this one will make you feel seen and give you something practical to try today. Find Brooke on instagram or her websiteSign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
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What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How can parents, teachers, and communities better support neurodivergent children? How do autistic and ADHD individuals experience the world? Each week, we explore these questions with practical strategies, emotional insight, and real stories. I’m Greer — a mum of two boys (and two dogs!) raising a child with special educational needs (SEN) alongside my husband. Our daily life looks different from the norm, but it’s full of love, advocacy, and growth. I started this podcast to create a space for parents of neurodivergent kids, educators, and allies to learn, connect, and build understanding together. You’ll hear parenting tips, advocacy guidance, sensory strategies, and personal reflections that shine a light on both the joys and challenges of neurodivergent parenting. Through heartfelt solo episodes and guest interviews, we’ll talk about EHCP or IEP processes, school support, emotional regulation, and the big feelings that come with raising ND kids. Whether you’re here as a parent of an autistic or ADHD child, a late-diagnosed adult, a teacher seeking insight, or someone wanting to understand the neurodivergent world, this podcast is your space to grow, connect, and know you’re not alone. Welcome to The Unfinished Idea — a podcast all about parenting, autism, ADHD, and life in a neurodivergent family. Here, we open up honest conversations about neurodiversity, raising neurodivergent children, and navigating the everyday realities of SEN parenting.

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