The Untypical Parent™ Podcast
Welcome to The Untypical Parent™ Podcast, a place for parents in neurodivergent families who want real-life strategies, honest conversations, and a reminder that doing things differently is more than okay.
Hosted by me, Liz Evans — The Untypical OT, a dyslexic, solo parent in a neurodiverse family, this show explores everything from parental burnout and sensory needs to dyslexia, ADHD, and chronic illness. You’ll hear from experts and parents alike, sharing tips and stories to help you create a family life that works for you, because every family is unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to families.
If you’ve ever felt that “typical” parenting advice doesn’t fit your world, this is your place for connection, practical tools, and encouragement without the judgement.
Topics include:
• Neurodivergent parenting strategies
• Managing burnout and overwhelm
• Sensory-friendly family life
• Dyslexia, ADHD, autism & additional needs
• Parenting with chronic illness
Listen weekly for ideas you can actually use — and the reassurance that you’re not alone in doing things your way. Take what works and leave what doesn't.
Are you ready?
Come join me?
The Untypical Parent™ Podcast
PDA and Parenting
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Podcast Series 1: Are You The Perfect Parent?
Episode 3: Nicola Reekie from the PDA Space
In this episode, we're joined by Nicola Reekie from The PDA Space, where Nicola's discusses with Liz the concept of the 'perfect parent', the importance of self-understanding and compassion and reflects on parenting of the past and the present. Nicola talks about parenting children with a PDA (pathological demand avoidance) profile and the overwhelm in the early days.
Make sure to listen to Nicola's story and hear things she has learnt over time that might make a difference to your family.
Connect with Nicola on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePDAspace
Insta:
https://www.instagram.com/the_pdaspace/
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/nicolareekie
To connect with Liz please find all the details on her linktree:
https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot
I'm Liz, The Untypical OT. I support parents and carers in additional needs and neurodivergent families to protect against burnout and go from overwhelmed to more moments of ease.
🔗 To connect with me, you can find all my details on Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/the_untypical_ot
And if you'd like to contact me about the podcast please use the text link at the top or you can email at:
contact@untypicalparentpodcast.com.