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Love Needs No WordsADHD Mum Nicole Settle: 'I Thrive In The Chaos And Stress'On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Nicole Settle or ADHD Mum as she is known on instagram.Nicole is mum of three children, two of which have additional needs. She talks about the challenges of being neurodivergent herself along with being a big advocate and support for her children who have their own difficulties.Nicole is an open book and this is episode is incredibly raw and honest but will also have you laughing along.If you want to find out more about Nicole you...2025-07-2439 minLove Needs No WordsPen Bates: 'I Wish I Had, Had A Crystal Ball Back Then To See How Well He Is Doing Now'On this week’s Episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Penelope Bates.Penelope is mum to son Connor who was diagnosed with Autism at 7, has had epilepsy since he was 8 weeks old and has a learning disability. He is now 24, drives and is looking to live independently.Its not been the easiest of journey’s of which Connor is still on but Penelope wishes that she had, had a crystal ball when he was younger to look into the future as she would have been amazed and in awe to...2025-07-1749 minLove Needs No WordsI'm Feeling Emotional Today - This Journey Is Such A RollercoasterOn this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty discuss the ups and downs of the last few weeks.Including emotions surrounding Sports Day, Kids Parties and their thoughts on the summer holiday - the first for the boys since being at school.As always, Amy & Kirsty are very open and honest with how they are feeling and hope that they bring comfort and a level of understanding to those listening that may be struggling.** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like...2025-07-1038 minLove Needs No WordsMary Long-Dhonau OBE: The Hardship Behind Raising A Son With Severe AutismOn this episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Mary Long-Dhonau OBE. Mary also known as 'Flood Mary' is known in a work capacity for going above and beyond to support victims of flooding. But at home she is mum to Peter who is 28, Non Speaking and Autistic. Mary wrote so eloquently on LinkedIn about how difficult it is parenting a child and now adult with severe needs.She describes the early days and the impact his behaviours had on the family, in particular his siblings. The teenagers years th...2025-07-0347 minLove Needs No WordsHayley Field: Lets Chat All Things Travel: 'I Can Help Make Your Holiday Dreams A Reality'On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words we discuss all things travel.Going away as a family fills a lot of us with anxiety and dread especially if you have someone you are travelling with who is neurodivergent.What will they be like on the plane, how will they cope with a different environment - well thats where the lovely Hayley Field’s comes in. Through her instagram page @the_fieldtrips she is helping families with children with additional needs travel with less fear and more excitement, by helping them to plan...2025-06-2641 minLove Needs No WordsEmma Shafqat: Dietitian With A Difference: 'Let's Talk Fussy Eating'On this week's Episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are chatting about a topic many of us on this journey can relate too – fussy eating or difficulties when getting our children to try different foods.Paediatric Dietitian and Feeding Therapist Emma Shafqat is talking all things food.Emma runs masterclasses for parents but is also just a brilliant mentor and listening ear for those who need the support.For more information you can contact Emma on instagram: @dietitian.withadifferenceThank you for listening x** If you want to...2025-06-1937 minLove Needs No WordsFrom A Pair Of Moaning Myrtle's, We've Landed On A HighOn this week's episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are back with a roundup of the ups and downs of Half Term and the return back to school.The fight with the Local Authority continues with a push for more funding as the boys demonstrate the positive effect 1-1 support has had on them in the classroom.They also chat sibling rivalry.Thank you for listening xPlease like and Subscribe and Leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts :)** If you want to get in touch...2025-06-1236 minLove Needs No WordsMrs Jessie Townz: My Son And PDA: 'At Its Worst Its Like Being In An Abusive Relationship'On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Jessie Townz who has a 7-year-old boy with a Pathological Demand Avoidance Profile. Jessie home educated her son for two years whilst navigating the school system and explains to us that at its worst, her son's behaviour can be so overpowering and controlling, it can feel like you are in an abusive relationship.With still little understanding of PDA in society, Jessie through her instagram page @mrsjessietownz is raising awareness and supporting other parents who have children with a PDA profile. 2025-06-0539 minLove Needs No WordsDr Megan McEwan: Counselling Psychologist: 'People Are Like Sunsets, Not One Is The Same'On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Megan McEwan. Megan is an NHS Counselling Psychologist and throughout her career has worked with many neurodivergent children and young people and subsequently has got a real insight to so many of the challenges that they're facing, both prior to and post diagnosis.Meghan talks through a variety of strategies she uses, the importance of early intervention and diagnosis as well as the best bits about her job and working with neurodivergent individuals.For more information on contact - t...2025-05-2933 minLove Needs No WordsThe Boys Are Early Risers: 'Coffee Is Life'On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty discuss why the summer months are a blessing in disguise for a lot of SEN children and their families.Their love of Coffee as both Alex & Max are early risers.They discuss Ipads and the brilliance and downfall that they have had and continue to have on the boys.They talk through the topic that is being discussed a lot in the SEN community at the moment - the fear that EHCP's will be taken away from children in mainstream schools. The anxiety they both have about...2025-05-2234 minLove Needs No WordsJessica Whalley: Writer Of The Autistic Mom: 'A Raw And Honest Guide To Help Support Others'On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Jessica Whalley. Jessica has written and released her brilliant book the Autistic Mom, which is all about her son Jude who is diagnosed Autistic/ADHD and is Non-Speaking. Whilst describing her own journey of being diagnosed with Autism and ADHD as an adult.She talks about her own unmasking process, the battles of having a child who Is non speaking and her marriage breakdown due to the difficulties surrounding raising a neurodivergent child.Jessica's book 'The Autistic Mom' is a l...2025-05-1529 minLove Needs No WordsJuzt2girls: Mother & Daughter Share Their Journey Of Discovery & HopeOn this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Mother & Daughter combo Juzt2girls who are raising awareness of Autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia and mental health issues - all through their social media page. Michelle Raftery and her daughter Kate who was diagnosed Autistic aged 17 have been through quite a journey of discovery and want to share the message that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope.**Trigger Warning - discussions of mental health & suicide**Please Like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your pod...2025-05-0835 minLove Needs No WordsEaster Roundup: 'Too Many Easter Eggs Is A Recipe For Disaster'On this week’s episode Amy & Kirsty are back with an Easter Break Roundup.They discuss the ups and downs of being away from school/routine and what the holidays involved, including way too much chocolate. They also have an update on schooling and the wonderful breakthrough with Alex's speech. Please Like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for listening x** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us o...2025-05-0134 minLove Needs No WordsAutism Mums Wellness Coaching: 'Little Changes Can Make A Big Impact On Ourselves'On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Michelle Violet or Autism Mums Wellness Coaching on Instagram. Michelle talks about the stress, anxiety and guilt mums can feel especially when they have children with additional needs. The whole process from diagnosis, acceptance and grief and then the amount of knowledge you have to gain very quickly to write EHCP'S, picking the right school etc is incredibly overwhelming which is where Michelle can help. Michelle discusses some of the main topics that mums come to her about and her t...2025-04-2447 minLove Needs No WordsCorrine Bryan: Finch Of Autism Life: 'Being Diagnosed In My 30s Is The Highlight Of My Life'On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are joined by Corrine Bryan or as she is widely known on instagram, Finch Of Autism Life.Corrine talks about her own autism journey and her late diagnosis in her 30s being the 'highlight of her life'. She also discusses the difficulties that surrounded the diagnosis when raising 3 children who are also neurodivergent.Corrine creates funny and inspiring content on her page with the aim to support other people in a similar position. You can check it out on instagram @finchofautismlifeThank you fo...2025-04-1734 minLove Needs No WordsHannah Williams: Let's Talk AAC Devices 'They Absolutely Do Not Hinder Speech'On this week’s episode of love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Hannah Williams who provides AAC support for families.Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices can help someone with speech difficulties learn to express themselves or give them a voice.Hannah talks about the benefits of AAC devices, the reasons why they don't hinder speech, the steps in order to put this in place at home and the apps that she recommends to start with.For more information you can find Hannah on Instagram: @hannahjoycommunicationAnd to sign up...2025-04-1040 minLove Needs No WordsBlue Bee Mike: 'I Want To Create Clothes To Help As Many Families As I Can'On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Kasia, mum to Michael who is 9, has Autism and is non-verbal. Michael struggles with certain clothing so Kasia created a clothing brand called Blue Bee Mike to help children with disabilities like Michael who struggle with certain textures and to highlight the importance of the right clothes for kids with disabilities.Kasia discusses the journey she has been on so far with Michael, the highs and the lows and explains how the business has given her a direction again.F...2025-04-0334 minLove Needs No WordsNicola Brassington: Raising A Son With Cerebral PalsyOn this week’s Episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Nicola Brassington. Nicola’s son Marlon is 4 years old and has cerebral palsy. Marlon is a wheelchair user but learning to walk with a walker. Nicola talks to us about the initial diagnosis, the effect that the condition has on everyday life for Marlon and the amazing things Marlon is achieving that Nicola never thought possible.Thank you for listening xPlease follow, leave a rating and review if you can :)** If you want to...2025-03-2743 minLove Needs No WordsWhy Is It Such A Fight?On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty discuss the latest on their EHCP (Educational Health Care Plan) journey.The stress of trying to get in touch with the Local Authority and the emotion surrounding the fight that you feel like you are having constantly, in order to get the help your children need and deserve.The ups and downs of their weekend attending kids parties, crazy antics at the park and they give a taster on who is coming on in the coming weeks.Thank you for listening xPlease follow, leave...2025-03-2037 min