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The At Peace Parents Podcast is your source for all things related to understanding, supporting, accommodating, and advocating for your demand avoidant or PDA child. It will completely transform the way you think about your PDA child's brain, behavior, and parenting, and support you in finding your path to more peace and stability in the home. For more information see www.atpeaceparents.com
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Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of raising a neurodivergent child? Full-Tilt Parenting is here to help. Hosted by parenting activist and author Debbie Reber, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating life with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), giftedness, and twice-exceptional (2e) kids. With expert interviews and candid conversations, you'll discover practical solutions for things like school challenges and refusal, therapy options, a ...
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PDA USA improves access to education and information by creating scholarships, discounts, and resources for families. This podcast is where Amy (nonprofit COO) and Brook (our CEO) chat and heckle about all things Pathological Demand Avoidance.
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The Journeys With PDA coffee chat podcast will be discussing and sharing all things Pathological Demand Avoidance autism profile and neurodiversity. Join Heather and Kerissa as we share our journey parenting our autistic PDA children. We will also share our experience in discovering our own neurodivergence! We will be discussing the authentic and honest reality that comes with supporting unique brains. There will be lots of laughs and even some tears.You will find connection, community and c ...
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Refrigerator Moms

Kelley Jensen, Julianna Scott

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Born from 20 years of friendship, during which they navigated the trenches of autism parenting and advocacy, the Refrigerator Moms is Kelley Jensen and Julianna Scott’s way of reaching out to parents waging the same battles they were. Their purpose with this podcast is to clear the fog, silence the noise, and find a path through neurodivergence for parents that are stuck between bad choices. They tackle parenting topics such as mom guilt, tantrums, pathological demand avoidance, siblings, me ...
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Raw and honest views on life as a parent to twin boys one with Autism Spectrum Disorder + Pathological Demand Avoidance profile & ADHD and the other with just ADHD. Bringing some laughs along the way for parents who have neurodivergent children and the crazy journey we are all on! Join my PDA Parent Circle community below: https://stan.store/mrsjessietownz/p/come-join-my-community-vg49p8u7 Jessie x And don't forget to follow me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsjessietownz/
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What if parenting your Autistic or PDA child didn’t feel so overwhelming — and you finally had support that honours your family? I’m Chantal Hewitt — a PDA autistic, ADHD mother of three, including a PDA autistic son; an experienced educator with more than a decade in early childhood education and development; and a Family Autism & PDA Support Coach for parents who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or quietly isolated as they try to make sense of their child’s needs. I created Attuned Spectrum fo ...
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Catie and Erik’s Infinite Quest is a podcast about ADHD, neurodivergence, and navigating life as a weird little brain in a neurotypical world. Hosted by TikTok creators Cate Osborn (Catieosaurus) and Erik Gude (HeyGude), we talk ADHD, depression, relationships, mental health, and executive dysfunction—with a side of queer joy, video games, and chaos.
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Regulated & Relational

Attachment & Trauma Network, Inc.

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Join Julie Beem & Ginger Healy as we explore the trauma-informed, attachment-focused concepts of Regulation (self-regulation/co-regulation) and Relationship (building connection) and how we can help children build resilience and emotional health through the ways in which we parent, teach and care for children. This podcast is produced by the Attachment & Trauma Network, or ATN, a leading national non-profit supporting children impacted by trauma through their families, schools and communities.
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We are Witherslack Group, the UK’s leading education provider for children and young people with special educational needs. On our channel, we welcome neurodiversity experts to share insights, strategies and advice for supporting neurodivergent children, exploring all things ADHD, autism, mental health, and more. Visit out website: https://www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/ Get in touch: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay

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Join Mona Kay as she focuses on increasing understanding of the strengths, differences, and challenges in mixed neurotype relationships. Whether you're autistic, neurotypical or allistic, this podcast is for you! Knowing how your neurology may impact your communication style, emotional and social needs, processing speeds, sensory needs and sexual and physical intimacy desires is critical, especially in your romantic relationships. Listen in and learn about other's lived experiences, lessons ...
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My BCBA Life

Circle Care Services

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Welcome to My BCBA Life, the podcast by Circle Care Services, hosted by Penina. Whether you’re navigating the highs or facing the challenges of being a BCBA, this is the space for real talk and real solutions. You’re not alone—join a community of passionate BCBAs who are committed to improving the lives of others while finding fulfillment in their own journey. Let’s dive into practical strategies and insights that will help make every day more rewarding.
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Takiwātanga, Love Not Cure; Exploring autism one strength at a time. This is a podcast about autism stories. Takiwātanga is the Te Reo Māori for autism. From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space'. www.takiwatanga.org.nz ------------------------------ Support our here: https://bit.ly/Takiwatangashirts ----------------------------- #Takiwatanga, #autismawareness, #autism, #lovenotcure
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This podcast offers essential insights for parents of children with disabilities, covering topics from advocating for your child's rights through the special education process to innovative interventions and practical support strategies. Each episode features conversations with experts, empowering you to confidently navigate your child's unique educational journey. Join me for guidance, inspiration, and a supportive community on your path.
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Momwell

Erica Djossa

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We often enter motherhood envisioning joy, nurturing, peace, and love. But the reality can blindside us. Nobody tells us about Mom Rage, overstimulation, intrusive thoughts, or other mental health struggles. Unfortunately, when we seek help, we might face a lack of support, a system that doesn’t put moms first, and a world that turns a blind eye to the challenges of motherhood. We’re here to change that. We believe that moms deserve access to community, support, and mental health literacy. I ...
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I DON'T GET IT is the ironically named podcast which features the open-minded musings of two middle-aged curmudgeons (Noah Tarnow and Bill Scurry) who love pop culture, talking about a hot topic of the week.Noah and Bill are trying to base their reactions in a pathology which explains [email protected] -- @billscurry.bluesk…
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In the latest episode of SENsational, we’re joined by Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh [TAG], who offers her professional insights and practical advice on supporting children and young people with a Pathological Demand Avoidant (PDA) profile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Interactions within a typical household often follow a "policing" model, grounded in rules, expectations, and a focus on shortcomings. The common messages tend to be “Do better” and “Be better.” In this episode from the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference Dr. Regan discusses how recognizing the neurological differences among household members can tra…
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Play isn’t just fun—it’s essential. In this episode, Ginger and Julie unpack the science, healing power, and everyday possibilities of play. From brain development to emotional regulation, play shapes resilience, fosters connection, and repairs the impact of trauma. You’ll hear how movement amplifies the benefits, how barriers like technology and b…
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In this episode I speak with a mom of a PDA 14-year-old who regulates himself by wrestling his father after school each day, which causes Mom lots of anxiety. Together we use my cost-benefit decision making tool to weigh her options and she then decides a new strategy to try. I hope this episode is helpful for you. It's from Parenting PDA Your Way,…
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The holidays hit PDA parents harder - and it’s not your fault. In this episode, we break down why judgment, comparison, overwhelm, and the “good mom” myth intensify this time of year - and what’s really happening inside your nervous system and your child’s. You’ll learn: • why your child’s overwhelm triggers your own • how identity friction fuels s…
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Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, the dynamic duo behind the book This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained and the co-hosts of The Puberty Podcast, were on the show a few years ago when their book was first published, and so I was eager to have them back on for a deeper conversation about the often awkward but incredibly important s…
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In this episode, I’m diving into how I teach the first foundational pillar of Attuned Parenting — parent well-being and co-regulation. As a neurodivergent parent myself, I understand how overwhelming it can be to support a child when you’re already running on empty. But here’s the thing: you are the foundation. When we focus on our own regulation f…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Journeys with PDA Coffee Chat podcast, hosts Heather and Kerissa welcome special guests Caryn and Georgina, who share their insights on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and their experiences as educators and authors. They discuss the importance of understanding PDA, the impact of language and labels, and the…
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In this episode of A Different Brilliant, host Madeline Jaine Lobsey sits down with social worker and behaviour support practitioner Bella Smythe for an open and empowering conversation about neurodiversity, co-occurring experiences, and what it means to create genuinely neuro-affirming environments. Bella shares insights from her years of experien…
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Academic coach and author of The Disintegrating Student, Jeannine Jannot, Ph.D., shares insights on why previously high performing students might fall apart and offers strategies for building skills and resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber
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Send us a text SMGB Business Academy Learn how to build a profitable business from scratch - No experience needed! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsjessietownz/ Or check out any of my produ…
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CONTENT WARNING: direct references to self-harm throughout Cate and Erik get honest about their history with self harm, how it started, and where they are now. Key topics: how ADHD can lead to self-harm, how poor-impulse control can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms for boredom. Perfect for adults with ADHD who love genuine, unfiltered conversati…
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Hosts Julianna Scott and Kelley Jensen dissect real social media posts from autism parenting communities, examining everything from questionable professional advice to the parent coaching industry loophole. They tackle "my house, my rules" parenting strategies, expose the unregulated world of social media parent coaches charging thousands without l…
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If you’ve been collecting strategy after strategy and still feel stuck in meltdowns, shutdowns, or constant overwhelm, I want you to hear this clearly: it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because strategies only work when the right foundations are in place for your child’s nervous system — and for you. In this episode, I talk about: Why “m…
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Being understood, by both loved ones and strangers, is one of the core heart desires of every human being. Child development becomes particularly challenged when parents’ neurodivergence repeatedly contributes to children feeling misunderstood by their primary caretakers. Years of this disconnect can create a variety of emotional and mental health …
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Today’s conversation is all about understanding and supporting autistic identity—how it develops, why it matters, and the ways parents and educators can help nurture it. I’m joined by Rebecca Duffus and Lyric Rivera, two incredible advocates doing powerful work in this space, and the authors of the new Autism, Identity & Me workbook for kids, and t…
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I DON'T GET IT is the ironically named podcast which features the open-minded musings of two middle-aged curmudgeons (Noah Tarnow and Bill Scurry) who love pop culture, talking about a hot topic of the week.Bill and Noah study Duolingo swiftly to cram on every reference in the Spanish-language smash album by the Latin pop music sensation.@noahandbi…
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Send us a text This week I'm chatting from the comfort of my bedroom floor due to the entire house having a sickness & diaherrea bug. I am addressing the wild accusations in the mainstream media from presidents to deputy leaders about autism, vaccines & ear defenders. Honestly there's a lot of swearing in this one! Please download, subscribe, rate …
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Executive functioning/education coach Seth Perler explores the concept of resistance in differently-wired kids and shares strategies and tools for how parents can support their kids in learning how to face their resistance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Debbie Reber
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Cate and Erik talk about what to do do when your systems fail, and how to troubleshoot systems to make them stick. Cate gives updates on her upcoming tour, including her fast-approaching "Turkey from A Christmas Carol" live show. Erik slaps a water bottle and lakes the sound it makes. Key topics: Dealing with negative inner voices, pathological dem…
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Julianna and Kelley explore how autism is portrayed in movies and TV, from Rain Man to The Good Doctor. They discuss problematic stereotypes like the savant genius and the burdensome child, examine why most autistic characters are straight white males, and question who these portrayals actually serve. The hosts share their favorites—including Loop,…
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Romantic relationships can be complex for anyone, but for neurodivergent individuals with alexithymia, navigating emotional expression, connection, and communication presents unique challenges. During this session from the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference Jasmine Loo explores how alexithymia impacts romantic relationships, from difficulties in ide…
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What would it look like if we built a society that prevents child abuse and neglect—before it ever begins? In this episode, Ginger and Julie sit down with Dr. Melissa T. Merrick, President and CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America, to explore the evolving landscape of child well-being and what it takes to move from awareness to true prevention. Dr. Me…
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In this episode I speak with a mother of a PDA teen about: Setting boundaries when other kids are involved Making decisions in public when you are being judged Helping young siblings understand the PDA threat response. The episode is from Parenting PDA Your Way, the show we stream live most Fridays on our Instagram, Facebook, YouTube accounts. xoxo…
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Today we’re unpacking a topic that so many families struggle to understand—Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD—especially when it shows up in children. My guest is Dr. Tamar Chansky, a clinical psychologist and author of the newly updated and revised edition of her seminal book Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. In our convers…
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If you’ve been trying everything to support your PDA or Autistic child through meltdowns and nothing is working, this episode will help you understand why — and what actually helps. In this episode, I share the single shift that changed everything in our home when it came to supporting my PDA autistic son. For years, I approached his meltdowns like…
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Send us a text When I see and hear people say to neurodivergent parents "we've all got the same 24 hours in a day, I'll be honest it drives me mental. We don't! End of! Here is the link for the book The Power Of Focus which really explains the Eisenhower 4D method. https://amzn.eu/d/37ylJD2 Happy Listening Jessie x SMGB Business Academy Learn how t…
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This week is a continuation of last week’s episode with executive functioning coach Seth Perler, which was so packed full of information (and also so long) that I had to break it up into two separate episodes, which I’m now referring to as a “masterclass” in executive functioning. In last week’s episode, Seth shared his protocol for setting up a ch…
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In this episode, Amy explores why some kids - especially adopted, autistic, or PDA-identifying kids - avoid talking about their story, whether it’s adoption, trauma, or a new diagnosis. Using personal experiences from raising her two daughters, she explains how these conversations activate the nervous system and why avoidance is often about safety,…
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Hosts Julianna Scott and Kelley Jensen explore the complexities of maintaining friendships while raising autistic children. They candidly discuss losing friends who couldn't handle disability, navigating hierarchy within autism mom groups, and dealing with toxic positivity from well-meaning acquaintances. The conversation highlights the importance …
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During this session from the 2025 Neurodiverse Love Conference, Dr. Jessie Mahoney shares her thoughts on why high-achieving professional women often find themselves in relationships with neurodivergent men, sometimes without even realizing it and what the hidden pain point is that keeps showing up in these relationships, and how can it be overcome…
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In this episode I spoke with clinical psychologist Alex Klein about considerations when thinking about getting an evaluation for Autism or PDA as an adult my own neurodivergence doing therapy as a neurodivergent adult getting an evaluation and therapy for your PDA child or teen I hope you find it helpful! xo, Casey…
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Today we’re diving into one of the most tender and complex stages of parenting—launching our neurodivergent young adults into independence, or more accurately, interdependence. My guest is Penny Williams, a parenting coach for neurodiverse families and the award-winning author of four books on ADHD, including Boy Without Instructions. In this episo…
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Meltdowns are not misbehaviour — they’re communication from an overwhelmed nervous system. In this episode, I walk you through what’s really happening beneath autistic meltdowns and how connection, not control, becomes the foundation for calming your child. You’ll learn why meltdowns are a sign of overload, not defiance, and how your own nervous sy…
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I DON'T GET IT is the ironically named podcast which features the open-minded musings of two middle-aged curmudgeons (Noah Tarnow and Bill Scurry) who love pop culture, talking about a hot topic of the week.Noah and Bill try to disabuse irony as they look at the earnest antics of a grieving family of [email protected] -- @billscu…
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Send us a text Talking all things sleep or should I say the absolute lack of with neurodivergent children! If you like what you hear please download, rate and review the podcast as it helps ya girl out with rankings! Jessie x SMGB Business Academy Learn how to build a profitable business from scratch - No experience needed! Nesti Pod Recommended by…
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Executive functioning coach Seth Perler joins me for a two-part series in which Seth shares with us the exact approach he uses with students he works with when helping them foster their fledgling executive functioning skills. In this episode, Seth shares with us his protocol for setting up a child for success in their developing executive functioni…
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Julianna and Kelley explore the alarming rise of AI chatbot usage among teenagers and its dangerous implications for mental health. With 72% of American teens using AI chatbots as companions and 5.2 million seeking mental health support from them, the hosts discuss how these platforms can encourage self-harm, medication refusal, and social isolatio…
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In this episode of a different brilliant, host Madeline Jane Lobsey is joined by Sandee Facy, Hd of Business Development for Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Australia & New Zealand (via Bayley House), and Matt Oastler (he/they), Aspect Autism Friendly Melbourne Team Leader, to explore how the Sunflower symbol and Autism Friendly practices work togeth…
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This is a follow-up to Episode 101, where we discussed the two recognized attachment disorder diagnoses and their impact on families. In this episode, we focus on how RAD shows up at school—and what teachers, counselors, and administrators need to know to respond with understanding and effectiveness. Educator Takeaways • Stay curious, not reactive.…
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In this episode, Amy speaks directly to the part of every parent that whispers, “You’ve got to fix this.” Drawing from her own journey - from years of researching and even attending graduate school to understand her child’s behavior - she shares what she’s learned about the nervous system, safety, and why trying to “fix” our children keeps both par…
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Today we’re exploring EMDR—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—a therapeutic approach that’s been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma, including for neurodivergent individuals. My guest is Dr. Naomi Fisher, a clinical psychologist who specializes in trauma, autism, and alternative education, and an expert in EMDR. Naomi will s…
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During this podcast episode, you will have an opportunity to hear the 2025 Neurodiverse Love conference session from Laura Schreiner, LCPC No matter how you arrived here or how you identify, this episode invites you to explore three transformative concepts that target falsely programmed self-narratives often found in Neurodiverse relationships. The…
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Send us a text Sometimes people just need to keep their mouths shut. End of. Why is it whenever you are having a good day someone goes and ruins it by offering their opinion? I hope you enjoy this weeks episode and please subscribe, download, rate and review the Keeping Sh*t Real Podcast it would mean a lot to little old me! Jessie x SMGB Business …
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Today, we’re talking about such a pressing consideration for anyone raising a kid these days — what it means for today’s generation of kids to grow up with very public lives and coming of age in a digital world where so many aspects of their lives are online and available for public consumption, not to mention that much of their important work of i…
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In this episode, we welcome Mathew Bell from Team WG, who has over 13 years of experience working with children and young people. He shares insights on the importance of communication in building strong relationships with children, along with practical strategies to support them through new transitions. We also explore effective approaches for mana…
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