Parenting On High Alert: Living with Childhood Epilepsy

Enjoyed the episode, got a suggestion or a question send me a textWhat happens when your child's first seizure changes everything? Nicole Bateman, host of "Conversations with a Send Mum" podcast, takes us beyond the stereotypical understanding of epilepsy into a world most people never see. "Before my son had his first seizure, when I heard the word epilepsy, I would think of flashing lights and shaking on the floor," Nicole shares, before telling us that there are over 40 different types of seizures, each manifesting in unique ways. Most surprising? Only a very amount of people with epilepsy are triggered by flashing lights – a statistic that challenges everything we think we know about this condition.Our conversation delves into the unexpected connections between epilepsy, autism, and sensory processing, exploring how a parent's life transforms when living with the constant uncertainty of when the next seizure might occur. Nicole candidly discusses how her nervous system has been "on high alert" for five years, alongside her innovative solutions for helping children understand and regulate their sensory experiences through her work with the Super Sensory Squad and Friendly Send Advisor.Whether you're supporting a child with epilepsy, work with neurodivergent individuals, or simply want to better understand the hidden complexities of neurological differences, this conversation offers crucial insights, practical strategies, and a deeply human perspective on embracing life's unexpected twists and turns. Join us to expand your understanding of what it means to parent differently while creating a more inclusive world for all children.You can find Nicole: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefriendlysendadvisorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefriendlysendadvisor/And Nicole mentions Young Epilepsy as a great support: https://www.youngepilepsy.org.uk/Support the show