Best Tamara Lloyd Podcasts (2024)

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4. Just Keep Swimming-Tamara Lloyds journey with son Kai and his high functioning Autism. 51:50

3d ago51:50

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Tamara Lloyd, together with her husband Jono are raising 3 beautiful children. Life definitely has its challenges with their eldest Kai (13 yo) having high functioning autism. Kai is non verbal, and in her 13 years of raising Kai, Tamara has never heard him say the words I love you. Only a handful of times has she heard him say the name "mum". Yet …

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5. From Day One. Aylish Mahers son has a severe cardiac condition and 22q. 1:03:55

3h ago1:03:55

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In Episode 5 of The Long Road Podcast, host Lisa McKelvey will speak with Aylish Maher a wife, to Mick Maher and mother to two beautiful children Miley and Monty. The Maher family begun their long road on day one of Montys life. Monty has a severe cardiac condition and was diagnosed with 22q deletion. Monty is currently 4 years old, and Aylish spea…

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Simple Self Care For Parent Carers: Nicole Bateman chats with Rachel Slyfield 19:29

9h ago19:29

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In Episode 5 of Season 3 of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman sits down with Rachel Slyfield, founder of Rachel’s 3 R’s Subscription Box, who shares her journey as a SEND mum and her passion for self-care. Rachel opens up about her experience navigating the diagnosis process with her son, Teddy, and the ways she’s learned to balance par…

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Ready Eddie Go: Nicole Bateman chats with Nikki Saunders 19:26

8d ago19:26

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In episode 4 of Conversations with a SEND Mum Season 3, host Nicole Bateman chats with Nikki Saunders, an incredible mum of two autistic boys and the brilliant mind behind the TV series Ready Eddie Go on Sky Kids. Nikki shares her journey of becoming an author, driven by her desire to support her own children in understanding their autism diagnosis…

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DLD Awareness Day: Nicole Bateman chats with Tamara Holland 28:55

20d ago28:55

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In this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Tamara Holland from Dot and Stripe Marketing to raise awareness for Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) on DLD Awareness Day. Tamara, a passionate advocate and parent of a child with DLD, shares her personal journey and the challenges of navigating life with a diagnosis…

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3. A Healing Heart - Sarah Moorcrofts baby "Hunter" diagnosed with Myocarditis at 6 weeks old. 33:22

17d ago33:22

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Sarah Moorcroft had always dreamed of having children, and after meeting her husband John and having her first born, soon found out, its not always as straight forward as you would imagine. Sarah chats on the podcast with host, Lisa McKelvey, about her second born son Hunters time at the Queensland Childrens Hospital with inflammation of his heart …

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Raising the SEN-Betweeners: Nicole Bateman chats with Lisa Lloyd 21:01

24d ago21:01

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In this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Lisa Lloyd, author of Raising the Sen-Betweeners. Lisa shares her personal journey of raising two very different autistic children and the unique challenges they face navigating mainstream school settings when their needs don't quite fit the criteria for specialist educat…

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S3: E1: Neurodivergent Sleep Support: Nicole Bateman chats with Michelle Cyril 22:33

1M ago22:33

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In the first episode of Season 3, Nicole Bateman sits down with Michelle Cyril, The Family Sleep Specialist, to discuss how to help neurodivergent children with complex sleep needs. As a nurse with a specialism in paediatric sleep, and a parent navigated sleep challenges with one of her children, Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge to the convers…

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2. Choosing Happiness - Jen Drummonds son, Rafferty's devastating severe traumatic brain injury 43:05

1M ago43:05

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Jen Drummonds son, Rafferty (2) was tragically struck by a car while riding his balance bike, with his family while they were walking their dogs. Rafferty devastatingly sustained a severe traumatic brain injury. Jen chats with host, Lisa McKelvey, about family life since the life changing accident. Jen and her husband Dylan have chosen to pick happ…

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1.Riding Lifes Waves - Brooke Colless and a rare AVM Spinal Injury effecting her eldest, Kai. 48:08

2M ago48:08

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What do you do when your on an adventure of a life time overseas with your husband and 5 kids, when your eldest son becomes increasingly unwell, and after seeking out medical help, you hear the diagnosis - he has a rare AVM on his spinal cord? Brooke Colless has lived this incredible story. Its one of love, hope and faith. Show Links: Brooke Colles…

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Trailer - Welcome 4:30

2M ago4:30

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Hi and welcome to The Long Road. Hosted by Lisa McKelvey, a mother of 5 children ranging in age from 16 - 5 years old. She lives with her husband Steve in Goondiwindi, QLD. On boxing day 2021, Lisas second eldest son Beau, had a motorbike accident which resulted in a Spinal Cord Injury, at just 12 years old. Lisa has gained so much by speaking with…

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Raven Maragh-Lloyd on Black Networked Resistance 19:52

3M ago19:52

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How can communities creatively adapt and reshape online practices to forge resilient digital publics? In episode 162 of Imagine Otherwise, host Cathy Hannabach interviews media studies scholar Raven Maragh-Lloyd about the historical contours of Black digital resistance. The Ideas on Fire team was honored to work with Raven on her new book Black Net…

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S2 E14: Dyslexia, Screening and Understanding Neurodivergent Brains: Nicole Bateman chats with Matt Hancock 17:55

4M ago17:55

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In the final episode of Season 2, host Nicole Bateman is joined by Matt Hancock, founder of the Accessible Learning Foundation. Together they discuss Matt's experience of school before he knew he was dyslexic, his advocacy work, and the importance of understanding neurodivergent brains in the education and criminal justice systems. Episode Highligh…

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S2 E13: Adoption and XYY Syndrome: Nicole Bateman chats with Caroline Wallace 25:42

4M ago25:42

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In Season 2, Episode 13 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman chats with Caroline Wallace, founder of The SEN Business Mum, about her experiences with adoption and raising a son with XYY syndrome. They discuss the adoption process, the unique challenges of supporting a child with XYY syndrome, and Caroline's emotional journey, inc…

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S2 E12: Life can change in one moment - the importance of Parent Mental Health: Nicole Bateman chats with Aisling Owens Nash 28:38

5M ago28:38

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In Season 2, Episode 12 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman sits down with Aisling Owens Nash to discuss the critical importance of parent mental health. They delve into Aisling's experiences parenting neurodivergent children, making strategies fun for the whole family, and a terrifying freeze moment that profoundly impacted her…

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Natalie Zervou on Dance in the Age of Austerity 25:22

5M ago25:22

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The relationship between dance and politics has long been a complex one. In moments of national and international crisis, artists are often at the center of resistance movements, and the embodied knowledges honed by dancers, choreographers, and performers can become key survival techniques for diverse communities. In episode 161 of Imagine Otherwis…

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S2 E11: Parenting on a Different Path: Nicole Bateman chats with Louisa Stanley 17:26

5M ago17:26

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In Season 2, Episode 11 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman chats with Louisa Stanley about her new book "Parenting on a Different Path." Louisa's book brings together 26 stories of parenting children with complex needs. They discuss the common themes and unique aspects of these stories, and Louisa shares her personal journey of…

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S2 E10: Turning Frustration into Positive Action: SEND Strategies for Primary Years: Nicole Bateman chats with Georgina Durrant 18:34

5M ago18:34

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In Season 2, Episode 10 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman sits down with Georgina Durrant from The SEN Resources Blog. They discuss the systemic challenges faced by children with SEND, how to channel frustration into positive action, and strategies from Georgina's upcoming book "SEND Strategies for Primary Years." Episode High…

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Amber Rose González, Felicia Montes, and Nadia Zepeda on Mujeres de Maiz 23:24

6M ago23:24

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In episode 160 of Imagine Otherwise, host Cathy Hannabach interviews Amber Rose González, Felicia Montes, and Nadia Zepeda—three legendary feminist artists, activists, and scholars from the genre-defying, transnational feminist of color collective Mujeres de Maiz. Amber, Felicia, and Nadia are also editors of a new book called Mujeres de Maiz en Mo…

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S2 E9: Parent Carer Mental Health: Nicole Bateman chats with Ana Bonasera 11:42

6M ago11:42

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In this special episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman sits down with Ana Bonasera to discuss the crucial topic of parent carer mental health. Ana shares her personal journey with mental health, the importance of sleep, and why having regulation strategies is vital for parent carers. Episode Highlights: Ana's Mental Health …

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S2 E8: Tips for filling out DLA and finding your community: Nicole Bateman chats with SENDMummies Jemma and Lisa 24:34

6M ago24:34

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In Season 2, Episode 8 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman sits down with Jemma and Lisa from SENDMummies. Together, they share invaluable tips for filling in the DLA (Disability Living Allowance) form, discuss their personal stories, and emphasise the importance of finding and building your community. Episode Highlights: Tips f…

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S2 E7: Speech Delay, Tongue Tie and Social Media: Nicole Bateman chats with Jenna Farmer 17:25

6M ago17:25

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In Season 2, Episode 7 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with fellow mum Jenna Farmer, owner of Mumernity. Together, they explore topics ranging from speech delay and tongue tie to the power of social media advocacy and addressing parent bashing. Episode Highlights: Journey Through Speech Therapy: Jen…

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S2 E6: Masking, Tuition and the Education System: Nicole Bateman chats with Kevin Wrenn 19:36

6M ago19:36

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In Season 2, Episode 6 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with Kevin Wrenn, a Dad whose daughter is dyslexic, former school senior leader, and tuition business owner. Together, they delve into the topic of dyslexia, masking in primary school, and the education system. Episode Highlights: Dyslexia and M…

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S2 E5: Navigating grief as a neurodivergent family: Nicole Bateman chats with Emma Gray 23:49

6M ago23:49

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*Trigger Warning * Talk of grief, death and cancer. Join host Nicole Bateman for an insightful conversation in Season 2, Episode 5 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum." Nicole welcomes Emma Gray as they explore the complexities of navigating grief as a neurodivergent family. Episode Highlights: Building a Life Around Grief: Emma shares her personal j…

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S2 E4: Undiagnosed Children's Day: Nicole Bateman chats with Claudia Beard 13:24

7M ago13:24

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For Undiagnosed Children's Day 2024, join host Nicole Bateman for a special episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum." Nicole chats with Claudia Beard, a parent representative for the charity Swan UK, dedicated to supporting families with children who have undiagnosed genetic conditions. Episode Highlights: What is Syndromes Without a Name (SWAN)?…

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S2 E3: Neurosensory Divergence, Autism and ADHD: Nicole Bateman chats with Helen Daniel 28:20

7M ago28:20

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In episode 3 of Season 2 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a fascinating conversation with Helen Daniel, owner of OTB Sensory. Together, they explore the concept of neurosensory divergence and discuss the physical differences in the brain that impact neurodivergent individuals. They also delve into the importance of…

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S2 E2: PDA and low demand parenting: Nicole Bateman chats with Nicola Reekie 19:59

7M ago19:59

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In episode 2 of Season 2 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Nicola Reekie, owner of The PDA Space. Together, they delve into the concept of low demand parenting, discuss Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and explore adaptations in education settings for children with PDA. Epis…

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S2 E1: Advocating for your child: Nicole Bateman welcomes you to Season 2 15:07

7M ago15:07

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Welcome to Season 2 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum" with your host, Nicole Bateman! In this exciting premiere episode, Nicole kicks off the new season by sharing what's coming up and offering valuable tips on advocating for your child with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Episode Highlights: Welcome to Season 2: Nicole warmly w…

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Erin McElroy on Silicon Valley Imperialism 26:14

7M ago26:14

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How has the Silicon Valley form of technocapitalism shaped geographies around the world? In episode 159 of Imagine Otherwise, host Cathy Hannabach interviews Ideas on Fire author, University of Washington geography professor, and housing justice activist Erin McElroy about the global reach of technocapitalism. Erin is the author of the new Duke Uni…

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Purple Day Special For Epilepsy Awareness: Nicole Bateman chats with Nikki Talbot 29:36

8M ago29:36

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In this special edition of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman is joined by Nikki Talbot, owner of Pudding and Pie, and a parent of a child with epilepsy. Together, they share personal experiences, and heartfelt reflections on navigating epilepsy parenthood and raising awareness on Purple Day. Episode Highlights: Parenting a Child …

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Purple Day Special Episode 2/2: Nicole Bateman chats with Sally Brighton from Young Epilepsy 28:46

8M ago28:46

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In this special edition of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman is joined by Sally Brighton, the Fundraising Director of the charity Young Epilepsy. Together, they share important insights, personal stories, and practical tips to raise awareness about epilepsy and celebrate Purple Day. Episode Highlights: Sally's Story: Sally bravel…

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EP 30: Stop Managing - Start Leading. 20:22

8M ago20:22

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In this episode we ask the question - are you managing your team or leading them? And, what’s the difference? Leadership requires a vision to guide change. Whereas managers focus on achieving organisational goals through process implementation, such as budgeting, organisational structure, and staffing, leaders are more concerned with thinking ahead…

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Dyslexia and following the passions of your child: Nicole Bateman chats with Anne-Marie Beggs 21:26

8M ago21:26

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In the final episode of Season 1 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with Anne-Marie Beggs, delving into the empowering world of dyslexia and the importance of nurturing and supporting the passions of children with special educational needs and disabilities. Episode Highlights: Understanding Dyslexia: A…

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Navigating the EHCP Journey: Nicole Bateman talks emotions and SEND Law 23:21

8M ago23:21

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In this deeply personal episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman takes centre stage to share her own EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) journey. With raw honesty Nicole reflects on the emotions, challenges, and invaluable insights gained from her experiences navigating the EHCP process. Episode Highlights: Emotional Rolle…

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EP 29: How to get the most out of exit interviews. 19:45

8M ago19:45

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During this episode we dive into the importance of Exit Interviews and how to get the most out of them. We look at: What is an exit interview? Why should you do them? When should you do them? Who should conduct them? We also provide you with some examples of exit interview questions: 1 - What were the primary reasons for your decision to leave the …

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Embracing Neurodiversity: What I wish my parents knew: Nicole Bateman chats with Steven Ingram 16:44

9M ago16:44

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In episode 10 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with Steven Ingram, the owner of Neurodiversity Together. As an autistic individual with ADHD and a stammer, Steven shares profound insights into his childhood experiences, the impact on his journey, and his invaluable work promoting neurodiversity inclu…

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EP 28: The Power of Purpose In Business. 19:23

9M ago19:23

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In this episode we explore your “Why”! Your purpose or your why is the fundamental reason your company exists and how this can help your business grow and become a business of attraction for clients and staff. Your purpose is not about the specific product or service you offer and it's also not directly about making money. The power of purpose in b…

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School Trauma and Creating Sensory Safe Spaces: Nicole Bateman chats with Hayley O'Connor 20:04

9M ago20:04

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*Trigger Warning* In this episode 9 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Hayley O'Connor, a neurodivergent Mum of three and co-owner of ZoneND. Together, they delve into the sensitive topics of school trauma, sensory processing, and the crucial importance of creating sensory-friend…

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Parental Anxiety: Nicole Bateman chats with Sarah Fish 16:23

9M ago16:23

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In this episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a heartfelt conversation with Sarah Fish, delving into the parental anxiety and the importance of supporting fellow parent/carers in the SEND community. Episode Highlights: Parental Anxiety: Sarah shares her journey navigating the often overwhelming landscape of pare…

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EP 27: Mastering Routine for Business & Personal Success. 24:19

9M ago24:19

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Welcome back, and Happy New Year! It’s important to realign yourself after a long break or holiday and make sure your actions are in line with your business and personal goals. In this episode we look at: Getting reset after kids go back to school. Diarise work and personal for balance and to meet your goals. Coming back from holidays and out of ro…

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Visible and Hidden disabilities: Nicole Bateman chats with Dani Gibbs 19:18

9M ago19:18

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In episode 7 of season 1 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a candid conversation with Dani Gibbs, a resilient mother whose daughter is a double amputee with epilepsy. Together, they explore the nuances of hidden and visible disabilities, the challenges of managing epilepsy medications, the impact on parent mental he…

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Speech and Language Therapy and being a SEND Sibling: Nicole Bateman chats with Karen Massey 19:34

9M ago19:34

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In this episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a rich conversation with Karen Massey, a seasoned speech and language therapist and the owner of All About Speech Therapy and The Sensory Speech Box. Together, they explore the intricate world of speech and language development and delve into the unique perspective o…

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Signing, APD and PTSD: Nicole Bateman chats with Shelley Ensor 20:26

10M ago20:26

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In this empowering episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a heartfelt conversation with Shelley Ensor, a passionate SEND Mum and the owner of Little Signers Club. Shelley shares her journey as a parent advocating for her child with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD). The conversation delves into the world of sign…

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Chaos of appointments and breaking free from the system: Nicole Bateman chats with Leona Burton 18:07

10M ago18:07

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In this dynamic episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with Leona Burton, a powerhouse Mum of 6 and owner of Mums in Business International. Leona shares her unique journey as a young mum of neurodivergent children, discussing the whirlwind of appointments, the importance of trusting parental insti…

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Visual Impairment and Autism: Nicole Bateman chats with Lou Plunkett 27:14

10M ago27:14

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In this episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," Nicole Bateman engages in conversation with Lou Plunkett, a visually impaired mum of two, whose eldest son is autistic. Together, they explore the unique challenges faced during lockdown learning, the complexities of masking at school, and delve into her son's passion for cars. Episode Highlights:…

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Introduction and Epilepsy: Nicole Bateman 15:31

10M ago15:31

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*Trigger Warning: Talking about seizures* In the first ever episode of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman embarks on a heartfelt journey, sharing her personal motivations for launching this podcast and delving into her experiences as a SEND Mum after her son's first seizure. She sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding epilep…

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