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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2025 · 32 MIN

Father’s Day Special: Honest Conversations with Two Neurodivergent Dads

from Neurodivergent Conversations | Autism Spectrum, ADHD, AuDHD, PDA, Emotional Regulation, Neurodivergent parent · host That Sounds Fun Network

Fatherhood in the neurodiverse world comes with challenges that aren’t often talked about—but in this episode, we’re changing that. In honour of Father’s Day, I’m joined by two amazing dads who share what it’s really like being neurodivergent & raising kids, some who are neurodivergent themselves. First, you’ll hear from NeuroDad Diaries, who opens up about discovering his own neurodivergence and why he created a space for dads to talk openly about mental health, parenting, and daily life. Then, I talk with my husband, Chris, about the raw reality of fatherhood—what’s hard, what’s beautiful, and how we grow through it all. Whether you’re a neurodivergent parent yourself, raising a child with autism or ADHD, or supporting a partner on this journey—this episode will speak to you. In this episode, you’ll walk away with: – Encouragement if you’re feeling unseen or overwhelmed as a parent – Real stories from neurodivergent dads who get it – Insight into how fatherhood intersects with identity, mental health, and neurodivergence – Reminders that it’s okay to not have it all together—and you’re not alone This conversation is full of honesty, vulnerability, and strength. If you’ve ever wished for more dad voices in the neurodiversity space, this one’s for you. 🎧 Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend, leave a review, or come join the Unfinished Community—where we talk about the real stuff and remind each other we’re never alone on this journey. Maybe you aren't traveling at the moment but are still looking for fun (& easy) activities to do. Check out t⁠⁠⁠⁠he sensory play guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ that I have created back with 50 fun (& tested) activities all with things you have at in your house. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check it out here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to join⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fatherhood in the neurodiverse world comes with challenges that aren’t often talked about—but in this episode, we’re changing that. In honour of Father’s Day, I’m joined by two amazing dads who share what it’s really like being neurodivergent & raising kids, some who are neurodivergent themselves. First, you’ll hear from NeuroDad Diaries, who opens up about discovering his own neurodivergence and why he created a space for dads to talk openly about mental health, parenting, and daily life. Then, I talk with my husband, Chris, about the raw reality of fatherhood—what’s hard, what’s beautiful, and how we grow through it all. Whether you’re a neurodivergent parent yourself, raising a child with autism or ADHD, or supporting a partner on this journey—this episode will speak to you. In this episode, you’ll walk away with: – Encouragement if you’re feeling unseen or overwhelmed as a parent – Real stories from neurodivergent dads who get it – Insight into how fatherhood intersects with identity, mental health, and neurodivergence – Reminders that it’s okay to not have it all together—and you’re not alone This conversation is full of honesty, vulnerability, and strength. If you’ve ever wished for more dad voices in the neurodiversity space, this one’s for you. 🎧 Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend, leave a review, or come join the Unfinished Community—where we talk about the real stuff and remind each other we’re never alone on this journey. Maybe you aren't traveling at the moment but are still looking for fun (& easy) activities to do. Check out t⁠⁠⁠⁠he sensory play guide⁠⁠⁠⁠ that I have created back with 50 fun (& tested) activities all with things you have at in your house. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check it out here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to join⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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