Tight Spaces, Big Feelings: Building Bridges Through Mealtimes and School Struggles

How Big Is the Sky: Parenting on the Spectrum with Kim Brown

✨ Episode 2 of Season 2 of Neurolicious is live! ✨ This week, we sit down with the incredible Kim Brown – a high school science and art teacher, and mum to two beautiful kids. Kim shares her family’s journey after her eldest son, Hudson, began showing signs of autism at age 2. Before Hudson lost his speech, he asked Kim a powerful question: “How big is the sky?” 🌌 That moment sparked her to write the children’s picture book “How Big Is The Sky” – a story born from curiosity, wonder, and love. In this episode, Kim opens up about the highs and lows of parenting on the spectrum. We dive into her family’s adventures camping in outback Australia, where tech detox meets nature – helping them reconnect by touching, feeling, and moving through the world around them. 🏕️🌿✨ This is the first of two heartfelt interviews with Kim, and we know you’ll fall in love with her family’s story just like we did. 💛 🎧 Tune in now on your favourite podcast platform! We have put a link to buy Kim's book in the notes below.  https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/How-Big-is-the-Sky/Kimberly-Brown/9781923046368#:~:text=About%20The%20Book&text=Like%20the%20warmth%20of%20laughter,embrace%20our%20immeasurably%20wondrous%20world. [https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/How-Big-is-the-Sky/Kimberly-Brown/9781923046368#:~:text=About%20The%20Book&text=Like%20the%20warmth%20of%20laughter,embrace%20our%20immeasurably%20wondrous%20world.] #NeuroliciousPodcast #AutismAwareness #ParentingOnTheSpectrum #ADHDAwareness #ChildrensBooks #HowBigIsTheSky #AutismParenting #NeurodiversityCelebration #CampingWithKids #TechDetox #NatureTherapy #OutbackAdventures #FamilyJourney #PodcastSeason2 For regular updates and recaps of episodes, please keep and eye on our Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/neuroliciouspodcast] or instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/neurolicious_pod/] If you are wanting to support this podcast, please subscribe and follow our podcast. Mummel Road Community Programs is a registered charity offering adolescents on the autism spectrum the opportunity to engage with their community in a meaningful way. To learn more about our charity or donate please read more here [https://mummelroad.com.au/services/advocacy-and-community-participation/] Mummel Road Members get weekly support session with Emily, our advanced positive behaviour support practitioner. Learn more about our members hub here. [https://mummelroad.com.au/pathway-to-peaceful-autism-parenting/] If you are wanting to share your story with the Neurolicious Community, please reach out to us at info@mummelroad.com.au

When the Scripts Run Dry: Real Stories from the ADHD Medication Crisis

🎙️ Episode Title: When the Scripts Run Dry: Real Stories from the ADHD Medication Crisis In this heartfelt episode of Neurolicious, Emily and Kylee unpack the real-life impact of the current Ritalin and Concerta shortage sweeping across NSW. With ADHD medication in short supply, families are facing disrupted routines, emotional upheaval, and a scramble for alternatives. Emily shares her personal journey as a mum of three—including her eldest son, who has autism, ADHD, and an intellectual disability—and reflects on how her family is preparing for life without medication. You’ll hear two powerful listener stories that highlight the challenges and resilience of children and parents navigating this crisis. We also clarify important facts for families: Ritalin is prescribed for ADHD, not autism, and using it without an ADHD diagnosis may be considered a restrictive practice under NDIS guidelines. Finally, we offer practical, strengths-based strategies to support children during this transition—like sensory play, movement breaks, quiet time, and rediscovering what truly brings your child joy. This episode is a reminder that while medication may be out of reach, connection, creativity, and compassion are always within grasp. https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/Pages/methylphenidate-shortage.aspx For regular updates and recaps of episodes, please keep and eye on our Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/neuroliciouspodcast] or instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/neurolicious_pod/] If you are wanting to support this podcast, please subscribe and follow our podcast. Mummel Road Community Programs is a registered charity offering adolescents on the autism spectrum the opportunity to engage with their community in a meaningful way. To learn more about our charity or donate please read more here [https://mummelroad.com.au/services/advocacy-and-community-participation/] Mummel Road Members get weekly support session with Emily, our advanced positive behaviour support practitioner. Learn more about our members hub here. [https://mummelroad.com.au/pathway-to-peaceful-autism-parenting/] If you are wanting to share your story with the Neurolicious Community, please reach out to us at info@mummelroad.com.au

From Our Homes to Yours: Season 2 of Neurolicious

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1 – Welcome Back to Neurolicious! We’re back! In this Season 2 opener, Emily — behaviour support practitioner and mum of three (including one incredible neurodivergent child with autism, ADHD, and intellectual delay) — joins forces once again with Kylee, paediatric occupational therapist and co-host extraordinaire, to kick off a brand new season of The Neurolicious Podcast. This season is all about real stories, raw insights, and practical wisdom from parents, professionals, and advocates who walk the neurodiverse path every day. You’ll hear powerful interviews with the Founder of the Understanding Zoe podcast, the Director of CP Nutrition, and a lineup of passionate teachers, therapists, and medical professionals who share their lived experiences and clinical expertise. Whether you're a parent, carer, educator, or just curious about the neurodiverse world, this season offers a deeper look into what it means to support, celebrate, and understand our kids — and ourselves. 🗓️ New episodes drop weekly. 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes moments: @neurolicious_pod For regular updates and recaps of episodes, please keep and eye on our Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/neuroliciouspodcast] or instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/neurolicious_pod/] If you are wanting to support this podcast, please subscribe and follow our podcast. Mummel Road Community Programs is a registered charity offering adolescents on the autism spectrum the opportunity to engage with their community in a meaningful way. To learn more about our charity or donate please read more here [https://mummelroad.com.au/services/advocacy-and-community-participation/] Mummel Road Members get weekly support session with Emily, our advanced positive behaviour support practitioner. Learn more about our members hub here. [https://mummelroad.com.au/pathway-to-peaceful-autism-parenting/] If you are wanting to share your story with the Neurolicious Community, please reach out to us at info@mummelroad.com.au

Tight Spaces, Big Feelings: Building Bridges Through Mealtimes and School Struggles

In this episode of the Neurolicious Podcast, hosts Emily and her step in co host  daughter Annabel, discuss two prevalent challenges faced by families: mealtimes in small homes and school refusal. They emphasize the importance of connection over the physical setting of meals and explore the complexities of school refusal through a neuroaffirming lens. The conversation highlights strategies for creating predictable environments and fostering emotional support, particularly for neurodiverse children.  Mealtimes don’t require a perfect setting—they can happen anywhere, with connection at the heart. We appreciated the recent Mamamia Parenting Outloud episode, which explored the unique challenges faced by families navigating limited space during mealtimes. This is a conversation close to our hearts, as we support families in similar situations every day. At Mummel Road, we’re committed to breaking down barriers and thinking creatively to help families foster meaningful connection, no matter the size or layout of their home. Predictability in mealtimes helps build routine. For regular updates and recaps of episodes, please keep and eye on our Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/neuroliciouspodcast] or instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/neurolicious_pod/] If you are wanting to support this podcast, please subscribe and follow our podcast. Mummel Road Community Programs is a registered charity offering adolescents on the autism spectrum the opportunity to engage with their community in a meaningful way. To learn more about our charity or donate please read more here [https://mummelroad.com.au/services/advocacy-and-community-participation/] Mummel Road Members get weekly support session with Emily, our advanced positive behaviour support practitioner. Learn more about our members hub here. [https://mummelroad.com.au/pathway-to-peaceful-autism-parenting/] If you are wanting to share your story with the Neurolicious Community, please reach out to us at info@mummelroad.com.au

Sleeping on the Spectrum: Helping Kids Rest, Recharge & Regulate

🎙️ In this episode of Neurolicious, we are pulling back the covers on one of the most common yet complex challenges faced by families of children on the autism spectrum: sleep. We’re diving into: * Why sleep can be tricky for neurodivergent kids * The role of melatonin and when it might help (or not) * How to build bedtime routines that work * Signs your child may be overtired—and how that shows up in their behaviour * When it’s time to reach out to professionals for a sleep plan that actually sticks Whether your little one is wide awake at midnight or struggling with early morning meltdowns, this episode is packed with relatable insights, gentle guidance, and practical tools to support better sleep—for your child and your whole family. So grab a warm drink, get comfy, and let’s talk bedtime without the burnout. 🛏️💤 For regular updates and recaps of episodes, please keep and eye on our Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/neuroliciouspodcast] or instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/neurolicious_pod/] If you are wanting to support this podcast, please subscribe and follow our podcast. Mummel Road Community Programs is a registered charity offering adolescents on the autism spectrum the opportunity to engage with their community in a meaningful way. To learn more about our charity or donate please read more here [https://mummelroad.com.au/services/advocacy-and-community-participation/] Mummel Road Members get weekly support session with Emily, our advanced positive behaviour support practitioner. Learn more about our members hub here. [https://mummelroad.com.au/pathway-to-peaceful-autism-parenting/] If you are wanting to share your story with the Neurolicious Community, please reach out to us at info@mummelroad.com.au