Walking with Neurodivergents | Angie Belcher

Why is something as seemingly straightforward as walking from A to B, an entirely different experience with neurodivergent children? Comedian and wellbeing advocate Angie Belcher joins Mark to discuss the joys and perils of being out and about with autistic, ADHD and PDA kids. They explore the sensory and emotional regulation walking can bring, but also the pitfalls - from rigid routines, a complete lack of awareness of safety and refusals to leave the house. Angie brings her usual blend of insight and irreverence, while Mark shares his own parenting misadventures. A great episode for parents looking to support their children’s mental health, explore new routines, or just hear stories that make them feel less alone. If you’re after a neurodivergent parenting podcast with warmth, wit and no pretence, this one delivers.   LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION IN THIS EPISODE: Incredible Kids, Bristol - www.incrediblekids.org.uk Bristol Autism Project - www.facecharity.org.uk/our-work/bristol-autism-project Bristol Autism Support - www.bristolautismsupport.org Murmuration, Bristol - www.murmurationcommunitytherapy.com Flora, Bristol - www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/2021/05/24/flora-bristols-send-local-offer National Trust Essential Companions - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/who-we-are/about-us/access-for-everyone "Walking With Toddlers" radio play - www.soundcloud.com/walking-and-re-creation/walking-with-toddlers?si=ca26f00080ee4a908347d0d3962b043c   CONTACT US If you have any feedback about the show, ideas for topics or suggestions for neurodiversity champions you'd like us to give a shout out to, you can email: [email protected]   FOLLOW US Instagram: www.instagram.com/neuroshambles Facebook: www.facebook.com/Neuroshambles Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/Neuroshambles Threads: www.threads.net/@neuroshambles   CREDITS The Neuroshambles theme tune was created by Skilsel on Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-energetic-hip-hop-8303/