The SEND Sisterhood
Curious about life behind the scenes of special needs?
Hosted by Natalie (mother to "JJ" and Social Worker) and Danise (mother to "Panda", former teacher, parent advocate and Founder of @pandastree_blackdsuk); the SEND Sisterhood podcast offers pure, unapologetic, parent perspective on what it is like to live in and navigate Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) world.
The Send Sisterhood was created with everyone in mind, inviting all to listen and learn from their unique parent perspectives.
Updates on future episodes: @thesendsisterhood
Contact: 2thesendsisterhood@gmail.com
Music by SK @GMGOmusic
Podcasting since 2024 • 15 episodes
The SEND Sisterhood
Latest Episodes
S2 - Episode 4: Light at the End of the Tunnel
On this episode Dee and Nat speak to Sali M, a Senior Education Advisor and parent of two sons with SEND. Sali reflects on the very different journeys of both of her children. The ups and downs, fearing diagnosis, the misinter...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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47:18
S2 - Episode 3: Finding suitable extra provisions and activities
Often many take for granted the ability to have your child cared for while you work, rest or play.For millions of SEND parents this is a luxury. There are financial implications to getting help; often schools will opt out, care providers...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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34:28
S2 - Episode 2: The Silent Struggle of SEND Parent Men
Episode 2 gives the mic to those often sidelined or forgotten on this SEND journey. SEND parent men. Joining Nat and Dee is Barry Kotei.Barry is a husband, mentor and SEND father to his son Jett, who has Down syndrome. He brings li...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:19
S2 - Episode 1: Reflections
Welcome back to The SEND Sisterhood - Season 2! On this first episode of Season 2, Dee and Nat reflect on the time since Season 1 was released as parent carers.Being a SEND parent carer doesn't allow for much time to do anyth...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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31:52
Bonus Episode - Episode 11: Finding an Early Years Provision
On this bonus final episode Dee and Nat discuss their experiences when looking for Early Years/school settings. Focusing on what they found helpful and also discussing what considerations a parent carer in the UK might want to make; identifying...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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31:13