In this final episode of the season, Nat and Dee take a look at sustaining good mental health while carrying out the role of a parent carer.

The duo review the importance of bringing awareness of the wellbeing of the parent carer, dispelling stigmas, take a look at the reoccurring issue of "burnout", where you can get help and how you can help yourself to develop a better level of mental health awareness.

For further help (this is just a suggested list):

Carers UK: https://www.carersuk.org/

SCOPE: https://www.scope.org.uk/

MIND: https://www.mind.org.uk/

Local Parent Carer Forums: https://nnpcf.org.uk/ (there are localised branches in England)

Contact: https://contact.org.uk/

Black SEN Mamas: https://blacksenmamas.com/

NHS Talking Therapies (NHS or private therapy): https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/talking-therapies/

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

On this penultimate episode Dee and Nat meet up with Andrea H, who worked in the social care sector for over 15 years; a career that was driven by her empathetic nature, understanding and belief that everyone deserves quality care.

Within this period, she became a single mum to two, now teenaged queens; and she was also diagnosed with progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS); an incurable condition that effects the brain and spinal cord.

In this episode Andrea discusses the changes from being a able bodied person to having to adapt to not only being diagnosed, but also being an active and present parent for both her girls.

For further information about MS check out the MS Society at: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

There are so many different disabilities out there. Many of which most of us have not even heard of let alone can fathom the experiences that those who have children with complex needs go through.

On this episode we discover PICA with Franceise, a BSc Psychology undergraduate student; mother of 2, one of whom has complex special needs and a diagnosis of PICA.

She has taken on the challenge of educating others about the condition, sharing her real life experience in order to help others discover ways in which they can support their children and others like them.

For further information and to contact Franceise: picawareness@gmail.com

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

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On this episode Dee and Nat are joined by Joe N, a young man who as a child went through challenges with his own disability. Doctors told his mum that he would not be able to do most things that "typical" children would be able to do and that his disability would effect him into adulthood.

They could not have been more wrong. Joe states that "experiencing the fight and desire of my mother, made me the man/father I am today; and to also fight and have the resilience for my daughter that has gone and going through similar challenges".

Today, Joe believes that although difficult the fight is worth it in the long run and impresses upon parents and in particular men to continue to fight for their children.

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

Those who are new to the SEND world, are often so embroiled by being in the moment, that it is hard to even consider 20 years into the future.

However, future planning (regardless of how parents may plan to do it) is definitely worth thinking about sooner, rather than later.

On this episode Nat and Dee speak with Yvette a retired mother of two, whose eldest child, now 39 years old has a SEND diagnosis. For the first time ever speaking about her life as a SEND parent, Yvette relives her journey over the last almost 4 decades, bringing insightful tips, advise and wisdom to the SEND debate.

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

When you learn your child is "delayed" is some capacity, it doesn't bring about feelings of great joy or prized accomplishments.

There are a variety of challenges that come with navigating the unique profile of a SEND child. There are also complications with how others perceive and attempt to educate on the overall outcomes of a child based on diagnosis or notification of needs.

In this episode Nat and Dee review what it is like to hear about delays in child development and how to overcome the unsolicited labels and occasional lack of ability placed on those with SEND.

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

On this episode Dee and Nat speak to Sali M, a Senior Education Advisor and parent of two sons with SEND.

Sali reflects on the very different journeys of both of her children. The ups and downs, fearing diagnosis, the misinterpretations of others and most importantly the successes of both of her children as they now make their way into adulthood.

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com

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Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.

Often many take for granted the ability to have your child cared for while you work, rest or play.

For millions of SEND parents this is a luxury. There are financial implications to getting help; often schools will opt out, care providers may decide they are inclusive, but just not for your child and friends and family generally do not have to assist or lack in confidence if your child has additional or complex needs.

This episode looks into what it can be like finding suitable extra-curricular activities and wrap around care for those who parent SEND children.

Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms.

If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com

Music by SK @GMGOmusic

Disclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.