Touched Out! A Mental Health Podcast for Parents

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Welcome to Touched Out! A Mental Health Podcast for Parents, where we explore the profound intersection of mental health and parenthood through raw, unfiltered, and emotional conversations. Hosted by Carter, a fellow parent navigating the challenges of mental health, this podcast provides a genuine look into the realities of parenting and self-care. Subscribe to the Touched Out! YouTube channel for behind the scenes and bonus content: www.youtube.com/@touchedout  www.TouchedOut.com Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

  1. JUN 12

    “She Told Me To Burn My Mum’s Photos” | Emilee’s Survival Story

    What happens when childhood trauma, generational neglect, and systemic failure collide? Emilee’s story is a raw, unfiltered look into survival against impossible odds. From losing her mother at age 7 to escaping abuse at 16, becoming a mum at 18, and eventually reclaiming her life through education and advocacy — this is a story of breaking the cycle. In this episode, Emilee joins Carter to explore: Life as a young mum with complex PTSDThe impact of childhood abuse, neglect, and gaslightingThe fawn trauma response and how it shapes adult relationshipsNavigating self-diagnosed autism and neurodivergenceFinding healing in motherhood, study, and spooky ghost toursThis episode is for anyone healing from trauma, parenting through pain, or looking for light in dark places. Emilee’s story will stay with you long after the episode ends. 🔔 Follow & leave a review if this conversation resonated with you. #traumarecovery #neurodivergentparenting #cptsd #mentalhealthpodcast #youngmum #fawnresponse #touchedoutpodcast Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    44 min

  2. MAY 21

    My Brain is a Race Car | Neurodivergent Parenting With Nell Harris

    Nell, a bestselling children's author-illustrator, brings her refreshing perspective on neurodiversity to this heartfelt conversation about parenting, creativity, and breaking generational cycles. After receiving her own ADHD and autism diagnoses as an adult, Nell transformed her experiences into groundbreaking children's books that explain neurodivergent traits through feelings rather than clinical terminology. "I grew up just wanting to be able to focus... just wanting to be the potential that everyone supposedly could see in me," Nell shares, describing the self-loathing that drove her to create resources ensuring her own children wouldn't face the same struggles. Her series—including "My Brain is a Race Car," "My Body Has a Bubble," and "My Feelings Are Waves"—presents neurodiversity as simply different neurotypes rather than conditions needing fixing, connecting with children through emotional experiences rather than diagnostic criteria. The conversation beautifully explores how both hosts navigate parenthood with neurodivergent brains, teaching their children self-advocacy skills they never received growing up. From explaining personal boundaries through "hard bubbles" to helping children recognize when they need mindful days, Nell demonstrates how her lived experience translates into practical parenting tools. There's raw honesty about body image, communication challenges in relationships, and the powerful ways children perceive beauty differently than adults programmed by societal expectations. Most striking is their shared commitment to breaking cycles of "children should be seen and not heard" parenting they experienced, embracing instead a model where feelings are validated, needs are met without shame, and neurodivergent traits are celebrated rather than suppressed. Nell's creative approach—developed through her own journey from tattoo artist to acclaimed author—offers hope and practical wisdom for parents navigating similar paths. Curious about Nell's books or approach? Find her neurodiversity-focused children's books at www.nellharris.com or check out her social channels where she generously shares readings and resources for aspiring creators. Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    1h 7m

  3. MAY 9

    From Teen Mom to Military Wife | Hannah's Family of Five

    Discover the real side of modern motherhood in this raw, unfiltered episode featuring Hannah—a 36-year-old military mom balancing five children across an extraordinary age span. From newborn care to teen driving lessons, she shares her signature “straddling” parenting style that resonates with every multitasking parent. Military Family Moves & Co-Parenting: After relocating from South Carolina to Mississippi for her husband’s career, Hannah opens up about split custody challenges and maintaining strong bonds despite months apart.Birth Stories & Childbirth Experiences: Journey through five unique deliveries—from a teenage first birth with delayed attachment to a fifth unmedicated labor requiring a manual placenta removal—and learn how each shaped her understanding of maternal resilience.Mental Health in Motherhood: Gain insight into managing bipolar disorder, anxiety, and postpartum depression while leading your family. Hannah’s honesty on patience struggles and past crises offers hope for parents seeking authentic mental health conversations.Raising Resilient Kids: Explore her philosophy of teaching kindness, setting boundaries, and knowing which battles to pick. Whether you’re in a blended family or facing military deployments, Hannah’s story reminds us to practice grace amid the beautiful chaos. Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    52 min

  4. APR 23

    When Life Shatters: A Mother and Son's Journey Through Osteosarcoma

    When thirteen-year-old Levi developed a slight limp while recovering from a broken arm, his mother Chantelle couldn't have imagined the devastating journey ahead. What doctors initially dismissed turned out to be osteosarcoma—an aggressive bone cancer affecting less than 1% of people. In this emotionally charged conversation, Chantelle shares their family's nine-month battle through grueling chemotherapy cycles and the heart-wrenching decision Levi faced: rebuild his leg with severe lifelong limitations or undergo rotationplasty amputation to preserve his active lifestyle. With remarkable clarity, she describes the protective mental "haze" that descended as her brain processed the unthinkable—her child had cancer. When Levi joins the conversation, his extraordinary emotional intelligence shines through. "I just tried my best to stay positive," he explains with wisdom beyond his years. "If you become negative, certain stuff will take advantage of that." Despite losing his leg and enduring brutal treatments, Levi found solace creating music during hospital stays—beats and songs that helped keep him "sane" during the darkest periods. The episode culminates in an emotional surprise when Levi receives professional DJ equipment gifted by industry partners who were moved by his story. Through tears and shocked silence, we witness a moment of pure joy breaking through the medical trauma—a powerful reminder that even in life's darkest chapters, light finds a way to shine through. Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    1h 4m

  5. APR 9

    Faith, Fear, and Freedom | Escaping a Cult & Finding Strength

    After escaping a controlling religious cult as a teenager, Lockie shares his journey of rebuilding his life, becoming a father to three children, and finding healing through therapy, art, and community. • Growing up in a Christ-based cult that restricted medical care, education, and social connections • Experiencing sexual abuse within the cult environment with ongoing court cases against other members • Being disowned by his parents at age 17 when he questioned his faith • Supporting himself through his final year of school while homeless and couch-surfing • Becoming a father and struggling to create healthy parenting patterns without positive models • Receiving ADHD and autism diagnoses as an adult after years of being told these conditions weren't real • Finding unexpected healing through graffiti art and the community it provided • Rebuilding a limited but meaningful relationship with his parents who remain in the cult • Using therapy to process religious trauma and break generational cycles • Balancing legal and illegal aspects of graffiti culture while finding creative expression Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    54 min

  6. APR 2

    Season 3 Premiere | Kate From Episode 1 Gives Us A Fairytale Update!

    Welcome to the Season 3 Premiere of Touched Out!  On todays episode we welcome back our episode 1 guest, Kate!  Kate returns to share the remarkable conclusion to her custody journey that defied the odds – she's now officially, legally Paige's mother. When twelve-year-old Paige made the brave decision not to return to her biological mother's home, Kate began navigating the complex legal system to provide her stepdaughter the stability she desperately needed. What followed was an emotional rollercoaster through affidavits, court orders, and tense conversations with biological parents who had largely stepped away from their parental roles. In a system where less than 3% of non-birth parents gain full legal custody, Kate faced what seemed impossible. Her lawyer's tearful Sunday morning phone call delivering the news that the courts had recognized what Paige had known for years – Kate was her true mother – marks one of the most touching moments in Touched Out podcast history. Paige's reaction? "Mom, I need to poop" – proving that even in life's most profound moments, kids remain wonderfully, authentically themselves. But Kate's story doesn't end there. She also shares her recent marriage to Kyle, whom Paige considers her real dad, and the unexpectedly emotional moment when her once-resistant stepdaughter broke down upon seeing Kate in her wedding dress. It's a powerful reminder that family isn't defined by DNA but by who shows up consistently with love and support. Whether you're navigating stepparent adoption, feeling discouraged by family court proceedings, or simply need reassurance that love can triumph over bureaucracy, this follow-up episode delivers both happy tears and practical insights into how Kate became part of the 3%. Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    41 min

  7. 11/29/2024

    Season 2 Finale | Australian Parenting Podcast of the Year | Closing Out 2024 with George

    Welcome to the Season 2 finale of Touched Out!    On today's episode My wife George and I chat about our year in review. A year that was very much Survive and not Thrive.     We discuss our highs, lows, wins & fails along with some pretty awesome news.     We finish the episode by reading a few parenting reddit stories.     I hope you enjoy! Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

    44 min

  8. 10/30/2024

    Balancing Business, Babies, and Burnout: Naomi’s Inspiring Story

    Welcome to Episode 34 of Touched Out!: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Naomi, a passionate entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and mother, to explore her remarkable journey from a high-pressure finance career to building a life aligned with her values. Naomi shares how she embraced change amidst the chaos of pregnancy, COVID-19, and mental health challenges, creating opportunities for parents through her business ventures, including Our Gypsy Collection and a talent agency designed to provide flexible work. Join us as Naomi opens up about: Leaving a Finance Career to Build a Life of Passion: Why she chose a spiritual, creative path over a corporate career and how her ventures reflect her personal growth.Navigating Mental Health Diagnoses: Her experiences with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and major depressive disorder, and the challenges women face in receiving proper diagnosis and care.Motherhood Amidst Adversity: From pregnancy complications to the joy of motherhood, Naomi shares how she coped with fears of miscarriage and found strength through community.Mental Health Advocacy and Innovation: How Naomi is breaking stigmas with ideas like home birth-friendly Airbnbs and leading fundraisers for the Black Dog Institute.Through her candid storytelling, Naomi reminds us of the importance of empathy, resilience, and supportive communities in managing life's toughest challenges. Whether you're navigating mental health struggles, balancing family life, or building a business, this episode offers insights and encouragement to keep moving forward. Support the Show: Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating or review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Visit The Touched Out Website Follow us on Instagram Follow us on TikTok Support the show Thanks for listening to Touched Out: A Mental Health and Parenting Support Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a rating and review. Your support helps others discover their new favorite parenting and mental health podcast. Connect with Us: Drop a comment on Spotify if you have any questions or thoughts. You can also visit The Touched Out Website to leave a voice message or contact me via email. If you are interested in being a guest on Touched Out you can access the guest form HERE Get your official Touched Out! Merch HERE Donate to Touched Out! HERE Spoony App: All of the friends, None of the fear. A safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled people to make friends and find support. Download the Spoony App HERE *This is not a paid promotion Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

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Welcome to Touched Out! A Mental Health Podcast for Parents, where we explore the profound intersection of mental health and parenthood through raw, unfiltered, and emotional conversations. Hosted by Carter, a fellow parent navigating the challenges of mental health, this podcast provides a genuine look into the realities of parenting and self-care. Subscribe to the Touched Out! YouTube channel for behind the scenes and bonus content: www.youtube.com/@touchedout  www.TouchedOut.com Theme music written and performed by Ben Drysdale ©2025: www.bendrysdalemusic.com

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