"The Spectrum Connection" is a heartfelt and informative podcast that focuses on the experiences of Jess and Alyce, two mums with neurodivergent children. They share personal stories, insights, and advice to support other parents on a similar journey. The podcast covers a range of topics, including daily challenges and breakthrough moments, with the goal of promoting understanding and celebration of neurodivergence.
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Insights into Autistic Babies: Early Signs and Parenting Challenges Hosts Jess and Alyce, two mothers of neurodivergent children, discuss their personal experiences and insights into raising autistic babies. The episode covers early signs of autism in infants, common challenges such as sleep difficulties and feeding issues, and the importance of fo…
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In this episode of The Spectrum Connection, hosts Jess and Alyce, autistic mothers of neurodivergent children, share their unique perspectives on socialising as autistic adults. They talk about their personal experiences, from daily social challenges to their preferences for interaction. The discussion also covers misconceptions about socialization…
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Finding the Right Therapist for Your Neurodivergent Child
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28:41In this episode of The Spectrum Connection, hosts Jess and Alyce discuss the challenges parents face in finding the right therapists for their neurodivergent children. The conversation covers the importance of finding therapists who connect well with the child, the complications of waitlists, the significance of neuro affirming practices, and the n…
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What not to say to autistic people and their families
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30:53In this comprehensive episode of The Spectrum Connection, hosts Jess and Alyce delve into various aspects of life for autistic individuals and their families. Sponsored by Sensory Street, they discuss unhelpful advice and common misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of sensitive support. The conversation explores the social and educational cha…
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Understanding Adult Meltdowns: Insights and Personal Experiences In this episode of 'The Spectrum Connection,' hosts Jess and Elyse, mothers of neurodivergent children, address questions from their previous episode on Neurodivergent Adults. They delve into personal experiences of meltdowns as adults, the internalization of emotional distress, the r…
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This episode is sponsored by Plan tracker: www.plantracker.com.auBy Alyce & Jess
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Unpacking Social Skills Goals for Autistic Kids
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24:54Unpacking Social Skills Goals for Autistic Kids In this episode of The Spectrum Connection, hosts Jess and Alyce discuss the concept of social skills goals for neurodivergent children. They explore why these goals are often included in NDIS plans and the implications of focusing on making neurodivergent kids more neurotypical. They highlight the im…
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Season 2 - What's new for the podcast & life updates
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24:13The Spectrum Connection: Season Two Premiere & Life Updates In the premiere episode of 'The Spectrum Connection' season two, hosts Jess and Alyce share life updates and discuss the journey of diagnosing neurodivergence in adults. The episode begins with a nod to their sponsor, Starfish Store Australia, and transitions into a candid conversation abo…
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In the season one finale of Spectrum Connection, Jess and Alyce reminisce about their journey of starting the podcast and share their amazement at completing the first season. They reflect on the importance of self-care, sharing insightful tips from their community, discuss navigating friendships and social interactions for neurodivergent children,…
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In this episode, Jess and Alyce dive into the complexities of default parenting, especially when raising neurodivergent kids. They share personal stories, insights, and reflections on the challenges and rewards of being default parents. From juggling therapy appointments to managing the mental load, the duo discusses the unique experiences faced by…
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Challenges regarding sleep in neurodivergent families
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In this episode, Jess and Alyce dive into the world of special interests, highlighting the joys and challenges that come with exploring unique passions. From the importance of understanding and celebrating neurodiversity to the power of special interests in providing comfort and joy, join them on a heartfelt journey of discovery and acceptance.…
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In this heartfelt episode of The Spectrum Connection, Jess and Alyce dive into the nuanced world of feeding and nourishing neurodivergent children. With candid stories and shared experiences, they explore the challenges and triumphs of ensuring their children are well-fed, even when faced with dietary restrictions, sensory issues, and societal judg…
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Embracing Low Demand Parenting for Neurodivergent Families In this episode of the Spectrum Connection, hosts Jess and Alyce, both mothers of neurodivergent children, delve into the concept of low-demand parenting, sharing their personal experiences and the positive impact it has had on their families. They discuss the misconceptions and concerns su…
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In this episode we explore the challenges carers face when trying to juggle caring responsibilities and working. We discuss the complex realities families face in regards to finances, working and their caring role. Let us know your experiences on our instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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We discuss how we have embraced neurodivergent family life and how you can to! Find us on Instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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In this episode, Alyce shares her family's experience with homeschooling after experiencing challenges with the school system. Find us on Instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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Choosing a school for our autistic children
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28:48In this episode we talk about our knowledge and experiences with schooling options in Australia for our autistic children. Find us on instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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In this episode we talk about the journey to diagnosis for our autistic kids. You can find us on Instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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Two mums of neurodivergent kids start a podcast.
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31:53Join us for our debut episode of "The Spectrum Connection" Podcast. In this episode we introduce ourselves, tell you the story about how we met and why we decided to start a podcast! You can find us on Instagram @thespectrumconnection_By Alyce & Jess
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