S2 E27: An Autistic Guide to Celebrating Milestones (in detail)

About this episode

The episode features a light-hearted discussion about celebrating milestones in the context of autism, including personal stories and reflections on parenting an ND teen.

This episode is mostly a light hearted autistic chit chat. Siana's daughter has finished her GCSEs (national exams taken by 16 year olds in the UK). To celebrate, they have planned a trip to Scotland to see Lana del Rey in concert. Meanwhile, Leo's parents' 80th birthdays are coming up over the summer. He shares the birthday card and watch he created for his Dad. In true autistic style we manage to explore all of this in minute detail, also touching on themes such as parenting an ND teen and hyperfocus alongside ADHD. As ever we'd love to hear from you with any comments, reflections or feedback at autisticlicence@gmail.com 💛🧡 ----more---- LINKS Watchmaking second-hand tool Episode photos Group info Our YouTube channel Our Facebook Our website Podcast home Our socials Get in touch at: autisticlicence@gmail.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Siana, Leo

Topics covered

• autism
• milestones
• parenting
• celebration
• ADHD
• hyperfocus

Keywords

• autistic
• milestones
• GCSEs
• celebration
• parenting
• ADHD
• hyperfocus
• Lana del Rey
• Scotland

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Scotland

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