Unschooling With PDA

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Episodes 11

Avg. Duration 38m

Activity Declining

Since Dec 2023

Latest Episode Aug 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Months

Format

Episodic

Hosting

feeds.acast.com

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About This Podcast

A podcast for parents navigating the complexities of raising children with the Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile of autism. Join host Rose, a late diagnosed autistic mum, as we explore her and other parents' experiences with PDA, home education, unschooling, and the challenges of being a parent as a late-diagnosed or undiagnosed neurodivergent person. This podcast aims to create a supportive space for sharing experiences, emphasising that you're not alone on this often difficult journey. Gain practical strategies, insights, and a sense of community where we all understand both the ups and downs of parenting and home educating a PDAer.

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Recent Episodes

S1E11 11. "But How Will They Learn To Read?!"

Aug 04, 2025 36m

Find out how Rose (@unschoolingwithpda) and three other parents (Amy - @amymrutter // Victoria - @wartswaypda // Linsey - @unschoolingstanley) navigated the unschooling path of their neurodivergent…

S1E10 10. A Positive Outlook: Balancing PDA parenting with studying for a degree, SEND advocacy, sibling needs and staying optimistic as a single mum

Feb 16, 2025 36m

In this podcast episode, we meet Sarah, a single mum of two from Bristol, about her experiences navigating life with her 12 year old PDAer daughter, Isla, and Isla's older brother. Sarah shares…

S1E9 09. Christmas Special: Real-life tips from parents for a calm holiday season with autistic & PDA children

Dec 17, 2024 16m

In this special Christmas mini episode, Rose shares real-life examples and strategies based on her own and other families' lived experiences, for creating a more comfortable, low-pressure Christmas…

S1E8 08. Diagnosing the Environment: How to create spaces that promote learning based on any child's individual needs

Sep 16, 2024 43m

A conversation with Kate Steer at Nurtured Neuro Kids, a neurodivergent family coach and education consultant. We explore her journey as a parent raising a PDA child while reflecting on how her child…

S1E7 07. Fatherhood and PDA: Ben's Journey

Jun 26, 2024 35m

Rose chats to Ben, a father of three boys diagnosed with autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). This episode offers a heartfelt and insightful look into parenting children with PDA and the…

S1E6 06. Unschooling and Unmasking: How to Live an Authentic Neurodivergent Life Going Against Societal Norms

Jun 13, 2024 44m

Linsey's Instagram: @unschoolingstanleyLinsey from the West Midlands discusses unschooling her three children, particularly her PDA son Stanley. She shares her motivations, challenges, and the…

S1E5 05. Finding the Fun in Mathematics: A Conversation About Joyful Maths For Home Educators

May 23, 2024 43m

Former maths teacher turned home educator, Ruth Rinaldi, shares her insights into how to make mathematics accessible and enjoyable for all ages and abilities, even if parents don't have a lot of…

S1E4 04. From Classroom to #VanLife: How Ex-Teacher Sharon Became An Unschooling Advocate

May 03, 2024 44m

Ex-teacher and mum of two Sharon discusses her thoughts about the education system with Rose. We talk about how she unschools her PDAer alongside her other autistic son, having de-schooled herself.…

S1E3 03. Our Autism Diagnosis & PDA Discovery Journey

Apr 13, 2024 31m

*Content advisory: Birth and breastfeeding are discussed in the first 5 minutes* Rose shares the first signs of autism she saw in her baby son, and the trauma he went through that she thinks may have…

S1E2 02. Mum Amy Rutter's experience of parenting a PDAer in burnout, getting an EHCP and EOTAS, and managing work alongside being a carer

Feb 26, 2024 39m

Amy shares her son's long journey to a diagnosis, getting an EHCP and EOTAS, but can her PDAer actually access the learning provided by the package? Amy also shares her motivation to create the…

S1E1 The difference between PDA vs "vanilla" demand avoidance; unschooling basics and why it works well for PDAers

Dec 21, 2023 24m

Rose introduces the podcast and why the concept became "unschooling with PDA". What's the difference between PDA and demand avoidance in autism and ADHD? Discussing the essence of unschooling and why…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Unschooling With PDA have?

Unschooling With PDA has published 11 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

Is Unschooling With PDA still active?

Unschooling With PDA is currently declining with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 38m.

How do I contact Unschooling With PDA for sponsorship or guest appearances?

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