Love Needs No Words
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! 💕
Episodes
54 episodes
Best Bits Episode: Part 1
On this Special Episode of Love Needs No Words - Amy & Kirsty have put together some of the best bits from over the last year.Enjoy having a listen back to some of the brilliant guests that have been on and if any clips interest you ...
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32:38
ADHD Mum Nicole Settle: 'I Thrive In The Chaos And Stress'
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Nicole Settle or ADHD Mum as she is known on instagram.Nicole is mum of three children, two of which have additional needs. She talks about the challenges of b...
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39:09
Pen Bates: 'I Wish I Had, Had A Crystal Ball Back Then To See How Well He Is Doing Now'
On this week’s Episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Penelope Bates.Penelope is mum to son Connor who was diagnosed with Autism at 7, has had epilepsy since he was 8 weeks old and has a learning disability. <...
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49:43
I'm Feeling Emotional Today - This Journey Is Such A Rollercoaster
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty discuss the ups and downs of the last few weeks.Including emotions surrounding Sports Day, Kids Parties and their thoughts on the summer holiday - the first for the boys sin...
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38:05
Mary Long-Dhonau OBE: The Hardship Behind Raising A Son With Severe Autism
On this episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Mary Long-Dhonau OBE. Mary also known as 'Flood Mary' is known in a work capacity for going above and beyond to support victims of flooding. But at home she is m...
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47:33
Hayley Field: Lets Chat All Things Travel: 'I Can Help Make Your Holiday Dreams A Reality'
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words we discuss all things travel.Going away as a family fills a lot of us with anxiety and dread especially if you have someone you are travelling with who is neurodivergent.What will they...
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41:45
Emma Shafqat: Dietitian With A Difference: 'Let's Talk Fussy Eating'
On this week's Episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are chatting about a topic many of us on this journey can relate too – fussy eating or difficulties when getting our children to try different foods.Paediatric Dietitian and...
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37:51
From A Pair Of Moaning Myrtle's, We've Landed On A High
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are back with a roundup of the ups and downs of Half Term and the return back to school.The fight with the Local Authority continues with a push for more funding as the boys ...
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36:24
Mrs Jessie Townz: My Son And PDA: 'At Its Worst Its Like Being In An Abusive Relationship'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Jessie Townz who has a 7-year-old boy with a Pathological Demand Avoidance Profile. Jessie home educated her son for two years whilst navigating the school system and ex...
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39:59
Dr Megan McEwan: Counselling Psychologist: 'People Are Like Sunsets, Not One Is The Same'
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Megan McEwan. Megan is an NHS Counselling Psychologist and throughout her career has worked with many neurodivergent children and young people and subsequ...
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33:23
The Boys Are Early Risers: 'Coffee Is Life'
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty discuss why the summer months are a blessing in disguise for a lot of SEN children and their families.Their love of Coffee as both Alex & Max are early risers.They discuss Ipads and the ...
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34:44
Jessica Whalley: Writer Of The Autistic Mom: 'A Raw And Honest Guide To Help Support Others'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Jessica Whalley. Jessica has written and released her brilliant book the Autistic Mom, which is all about her son Jude who is diagnosed Autistic/ADHD and is Non-Speaking...
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29:48
Juzt2girls: Mother & Daughter Share Their Journey Of Discovery & Hope
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by Mother & Daughter combo Juzt2girls who are raising awareness of Autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia and mental health issues - all through their social media page.&...
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35:30
Easter Roundup: 'Too Many Easter Eggs Is A Recipe For Disaster'
On this week’s episode Amy & Kirsty are back with an Easter Break Roundup.They discuss the ups and downs of being away from school/routine and what the holidays involved, including way too much chocolate. They also have a...
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34:31
Autism Mums Wellness Coaching: 'Little Changes Can Make A Big Impact On Ourselves'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Michelle Violet or Autism Mums Wellness Coaching on Instagram. Michelle talks about the stress, anxiety and guilt mums can feel especially when they have children with a...
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47:51
Corrine Bryan: Finch Of Autism Life: 'Being Diagnosed In My 30s Is The Highlight Of My Life'
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are joined by Corrine Bryan or as she is widely known on instagram, Finch Of Autism Life.Corrine talks about her own autism journey and her late diagnosis in her 30s being the 'highlight of her lif...
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34:58
Hannah Williams: Let's Talk AAC Devices 'They Absolutely Do Not Hinder Speech'
On this week’s episode of love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Hannah Williams who provides AAC support for families.Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices can help someone with speech difficulties learn to expr...
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40:54
Blue Bee Mike: 'I Want To Create Clothes To Help As Many Families As I Can'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Kasia, mum to Michael who is 9, has Autism and is non-verbal. Michael struggles with certain clothing so Kasia created a clothing brand called Blue Bee Mi...
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34:39
Nicola Brassington: Raising A Son With Cerebral Palsy
On this week’s Episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Nicola Brassington. Nicola’s son Marlon is 4 years old and has cerebral palsy. Marlon is a wheelchair user but learning to walk with a walker. Ni...
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43:27
Why Is It Such A Fight?
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty discuss the latest on their EHCP (Educational Health Care Plan) journey.The stress of trying to get in touch with the Local Authority and the emotion surrounding the fight that you feel like you ar...
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37:01
Jessica Kirton: Occupational Therapist - ‘Early Intervention Is Key'
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are joined by Jessica Kirton.Jessica is a Private Occupational Therapist based in Buckinghamshire.She talks about the strategies you can use and when is best to reach out for support....
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28:37
Vicki Egarr: Forest Schools ‘Provide A Low Pressure Environment Children Can Thrive In'
On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words Amy & Kirsty are joined by Vicki Egarr who runs Wacky Woods Alternative Provision - a Forest School in Maidenhead, Berkshire.The school caters for children who struggle in mainstream scho...
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35:31
Why Is This So Hard?
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are back discussing half term, the return to school and the fight with the Local Authority for a Special Needs School Place and updates on EHCP's.They also give a taster of the guests that ar...
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Season 10
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Episode 12
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37:46
Lisa Lloyd: 'Raising the SEN Betweeners'
On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are joined by Lisa Lloyd or to many of you – you will know her as asd_with_a_g_and_t.Lisa is such an advocate and support for Sen families through her facebook, tiktok and Instagram page.Her...
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Season 10
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Episode 11
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50:04
SEND Mummies: A Bit About Us and 'Top Tips When Claiming For DLA'
On this week's episode of Love Needs No Words, Amy & Kirsty are joined by SEND Mummies. Jemma and Lisa joined forces to create the popular instagram page and have been empowering SEN parents to navigate the complex education, he...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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43:07