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In this episode of The Untypical Parent Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Kim Collett for a really honest conversation about the reality of parenting, and why knowing the “right” thing doesn’t mean it’s easy to do it.

Kim has a PhD in inclusive education and lectures on special educational needs and disabilities. She also lives in a neurodivergent household. Together, we explore the gap between theory and real life, and why even professionals with years of knowledge and experience still struggle with the day-to-day reality of parenting.

We talk about school experiences, masking, anxiety, and the pressure to “fit in,” as well as the guilt so many parents carry when they feel like they’re getting it wrong.

This episode is not about fixing everything.

It’s about understanding why it feels so hard, and reminding you that you’re not the only one.

A gentle reminder from this episode

There is no perfect way to parent.
There is no single strategy that works for every child.
And you are not failing because it feels hard.

I mention Brene Brown and empathy vs sympathy here's the link to watch it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZBTYViDPlQ&list=PLOol2H2m6gNOdrOnWV_lJ3dDslWSqtzqQ&index=1

🔗 Connect with Dr Kim Collett

You can find Kim sharing more about inclusion, neurodivergence and education on:

• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr_kim_collett/
• LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kim-collett-fhea-41637537b/

Thank you to this season’s sponsors:

Terri Wyse
👉 https://www.instagram.com/wyseinclusion/

Rachel Helm
👉 https://www.instagram.com/helmeducationconsultancy/

If you’re supporting a child or young person struggling to access school, do reach out to them.

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I'm Liz, The Untypical OT. I specialise in burnout protection, event accessibility and inclusion, and supervision, with a love of podcasting.

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