What’s the reality of being a neurodivergent mama & how can we better understand those with Autism/ADHD? - with Annie Crowe

In our 121st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Annie, a disabled, Autistic lawyer who has ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia.  Trigger warning! We touch on eating disorders and suicidal ideation in this episode!!! What is neurodiversity? And when is someone classified a neurodivergent? What is person-first vs identity-first language? And why do a lot of Autistic adults not like person-first language? What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? And what was Annie’s journey in getting diagnosed with EDS? Why the ‘Autistic spectrum’ is not a continuum of severity?  What is one of the biggest reasons why girls and women with Autism go undiagnosed? What are Annie’s thoughts on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as a treatment option for autism?  What is a ‘refrigerator mum’ and why did they blame these mum’s for having Autistic kids in the past? What are some typical Autistic traits? And what should you do if you’re undiagnosed and think you may have it? What is interoception and proprioception? And why is interoception very common for autistic adults? Did Annie have any reservations about becoming a mother? The likelihood of Autistic women developing pre-natal and post-natal depression.  The ramifications of the lack of understanding, diagnosis, support, and acceptance when it comes to neurodivergent people. How can we as parents raise our neurotypical kids to have greater compassion and understanding for neurodivergent kids? And SO MUCH MORE!!! We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!   Goodies mentioned: The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron MealBoard App Loop Earplugs Annie’s Instagram - @nd.millennial   Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.