Ruby: Ewan And Me: 'I Want Ewan And Everyone Like Him To Be Celebrated'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by the lovely Ruby. Ruby has the account @ewanandme on instagram where she shares her brother Ewan’s story.Ewan is 23, diagnosed Autistic, has a severe learning disability and is non speaking and Ruby describes on her instagram about him reaching crisis point various times over the last few years, even loosing his sight in one of his eyes through a self injury.Its been a journey of difficulty, emotion, hardship but one filled with so much care and love.Ruby talks about her feelings from a sibling's perspective and that she has never been expected to take care of him the way she does, it just comes from a natural place of love and choice.And that she wants Ewan and everyone like him to be celebrated!Thank you for listening x** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.And you can find all our videos on Youtube: Love Needs No WordsPlease like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts!**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.
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Bonus Episode: Family Centres: 'What We Do And How We Can Help'
This is a Bonus Episode for those wanting to know more about what a family centre can offer - especially for families like ours with neurodiverse children.This includes the groups that are available which provide not just a safe space to share your emotions with others, but also somewhere with no judgement to take the children too.As well a what 1-1 advice and support they can provide in the comfort of your own home.Not every county is lucky enough to have one and this interview is Hertfordshire focused, as that is where the family centre interviewees are based.Angela - an Emerging Needs and SEND practitioner and Karen - a family support practitioner talk us through their roles and how they can help either by signposting, referring or coming to you directly.Thank you for listening x** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.And you can find all our videos on Youtube: Love Needs No WordsPlease like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts!**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.
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Leona Smith: 'The Hardest Part For Me Is When Arthur Is Ill, As He Can't Tell Me What's Wrong'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Leona Smith who is Mum to two children, Emmie and Arthur.Arthur has Autism and is non-speaking and Leona has been sharing his journey through her Instagram page @leonajadesmith.Leona talks openly and honestly about Arthur’s initial diagnosis and how that made her feel, his global Developmental Delay and what that means.His relationship with his sister and how that is blossoming, the transport to his school and the fear that came with that, the struggle she feels when Arthur is unwell as he can't explain what is wrong and finally the words she would say to herself if she could go back to the early days.Thank you for listening x** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.And you can find all our videos on Youtube: Love Needs No WordsPlease like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts!**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.
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Twins Tides And Autism Vibes: 'Autism Is Extreme In Our House, But I Live A Bloody Good Life!'
On this week’s episode we are joined by Charlotte or twins_tides_and autism_vibes on Instagram.Charlotte is mum to Jude and Tommy who are social media stars in their own right – hundreds of us have been following their story and have learnt so much along the way.During the episode she discusses the boys in more detail – the differences between them – the highs and the lows of their journey so far and the difficulty in tackling the teenage years.But most poignantly the anger she feels around Global Development Delay and how much it has robbed Jude of so much in life when accessing the world around him. Charlotte is also mum to twin girls who she says are amazing with the boys and when she’s not being a mummy, she is also a big part of SAA clothing – Shop Autism Awareness Clothing.She also talks about how Autism, although very difficult to manage at times at home - does not define her and she lives a very happy life doing amazing things! For more information on Charlotte find her on Instagram: twins_tides_and_autism_vibes or check out SAA clothing: https://www.saaclothing.com/Thank you for listening x** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.Please like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts!**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.
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Back To School Drama & Balloon Adventures
Amy & Kirsty are back on this week's episode of Love Needs No Words with an update from the first week back at school.They discuss difficult behaviour and the fine line between disciplining your child and having an understanding that sometimes its an impulse reaction and out of their control.Amy also shares her story about a balloon and a park that left her mortified - listen to find out more.** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.Please like, subscribe and comment wherever you get your podcasts!**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.
Love Needs No Words is a real insight into life raising a child with Special Educational Needs.Amy and Kirsty - mums to two boys who are diagnosed Autistic share the highs and lows of their lives whilst interviewing brilliant guests along the way.You will laugh, cry and hopefully feel a sense of security knowing that you are not alone on this journey. Which can sometimes feel very lonely and a little bit scary, especially at first.Love Needs No Words got to the finals of the Quill Podcast Awards 2025 after being whittled down from thousands of entries and so has been recognised for its attention to detail and unique content.So sit back, relax and enjoy! 💕
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