The Skies We’re Under

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Nurse, author and Director of Born at the Right Time, Rachel Wright talks to fellow parents of people with disabilities and others in their community. With the power of story telling, laughter, swearing and useful information they create solace in knowing the warts and all truth of this off piste version of parenting. Whether a well seasoned parent, newbie, one of many practitioners supporting families or simply someone wanting to peak over the fence - you’re welcome to listen in. We are better together, whatever Skies We’re Under.

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Communication is a Human Right with Dr. Mazal Tasgal | S3 | E12

May 14 2024 39 mins  
Rachel and Sarah are joined by the absolutely awesome Dr. Mazal Tasgal as they talk about all things communication. They dare to go off the ‘middle of the road’ pathways to explore the ways to nurture and develop communication, building on our innate ability to communicate with our child, right from the start. You can learn more about Mazal’s work here, and also the wonderful

Weathering the Hospital Sh*t-storm | S3 | E11

May 07 2024 36 mins  
Join Rachel, Sarah and Lucy for Episode 11 of The Skies We’re Under Podcast as they share their top tips for Hospital stays. From Apocalypse Grab-bags, to hospital passports, to looking after yourself (and your bowels). We’ve got it covered. We also reflect on when care is not how it should be, (See also Martha's Rule) In addition to those top tips, we reflect on hopeful news f

We're All Human with Elly Chapple | S3 | E10

Apr 30 2024 33 mins  
Pull up a chair to the table with Rachel and Lucy, as they reflect on some thought provoking words from the inimitable Elly Chapple. Elly talks through her own story, as well as encouraging us to listen to and value the stories of everyone, no matter how different they may at first appear. You can find out more about Elly (and Ella) at Can Do Ella You can also see her TedX talk her

Be Kind to Yourself with Charlie Beswick | S3 | E9

Apr 23 2024 33 mins  
Sarah and Rachel hear from the absolutely spectacular Charlie Beswick (Our Altered Life, Facebook, Instagram @ouralteredlife). The podcasting equivalent of quadruple strength cordial Charlie covers the mental health advice we all need. From self compassion, patience, perfectionism through to celebrating our achievements. (TRIGGER WARNING - DISCUSSIONS OF SUICIDAL THOUGHTS) Rachel a

Dealing with your own sh*t with Shurron Rosales | S3 | E8

Apr 16 2024 42 mins  
Join Rachel and Sarah for Episode 8 of ‘The Skies We’re Under’ podcast as they do the best they can until they know better (Maya Angelou). They are joined this week by Shurron Rosales, who reflects on ableism, and the ways she has worked through the trauma of her past experiences, at the same time as becoming a better ally for her child and other disabled people. See Shurron'

Many Different Types of Sh*t | S3 | E7

Mar 26 2024 34 mins  
Join Rachel, Sarah and Lucy for episode 7 of 'The Skies We’re Under', as they navigate one plumbing disaster after another. Life can throw both figurative and literal sh*t our way sometimes. The trio reflect on this with their usual good humour and lack of filter. It’s also friends and family day today, with not one, but two cameos from our family members! We talk about how we

Appointment with the GP (aka husband) | S3 | E6

Mar 19 2024 30 mins  
Learning disability health checks, Rachel - you will go on my first whistle… Sarah… you will go on my second whistle… 3.2.1… Join our two contestants in this week’s episode of 'The Skies We’re Under' podcast, as they discuss half term envy, realising it’s time to move, and the best show on Saturday Night. Rachel is joined by the recently appointed TSWU Resident GP: Dr

We Live in Hope | S3 | E5

Mar 12 2024 29 mins  
Join Rachel and Sarah as they receive not-so constructive feedback on snoring from their offspring, complete ‘To Do or Not To Do’ lists and find the Good Fairies in life. In this episode we learn all about PATHs - Sarah expertly takes us through the PATH process, how to get the best out of it, and how it can help inject some much needed hope in a really practical way. Jon Ralph

When Professionals Go Rogue with Joanna Grace | S3 | E4

Mar 05 2024 40 mins  
Join Rachel, Sarah and Lucy on Episode 4 of "The Skies We’re Under" podcast as they debate prioritising your own food or your family’s faces and Lucy has another top titty tale. We also hear Part 2 of Rachel’s discussion with the superb Joanna Grace (Joanna Grace (@jo3grace), Instagram Sensory Projects.) We are thinking about the professionals who stick it out and those who g

Trust Your Instinct with Joanna Grace | S3 | E3

Feb 27 2024 38 mins  
Bring your tissues this week as we feel utterly seen by the wonderful Joanna Grace (Joanna Grace (@jo3grace), Instagram Sensory Projects.) Her wisdom, wit and general wonderfulness. We are so grateful to also hear from our fantastic listeners. Also includes talk of top titties, wimping out and attempting to gain work/life balance. We’d love to hear from you – we love sharing st