29: PDA Parenting in real life: What actually helps in the moment | Solo Episode

What does PDA parenting really look like… in the messy, imperfect, everyday moments?

In this honest and deeply relatable solo episode of Neurodivergent Pulse, Laetitia moves beyond theory and into real-life lived experience … sharing what actually happens in her home raising a PDA child while being PDA herself.

From morning struggles to emotional overwhelm, this episode offers a grounded look at what support can look like when everything feels like too much — for both parent and child.

And importantly, it explores how having the right support in the moment can change everything.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS 👇

🧠 Why no two mornings are ever the same in a PDA household

🧠 How your own nervous system impacts everything

🧠 What “genuine autonomy” really looks like (and why it’s hard)

🧠 Why play is one of the most powerful tools

🧠 The importance of dropping demands completely (sometimes)

🧠 How to support yourself when you’re too overwhelmed to think

🧠 Why parenting support needs to be available in the moment, not later

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ABOUT THE HOST 👇

Laetitia Andrac (Autistic & ADHDer) is an award-winning entrepreneur, international speaker, and podcast host.

She is the bestselling author of Light It: How to Trust Your Intuition and Build a Thriving Business. With over 15 years of experience in consulting, strategy, and innovation, Laetitia has worked with industry leaders like Deloitte and Telstra.

Inspired by my journey as a neurodivergent parent, she co-founded Understanding Zoe, an AI-driven solution dedicated to supporting caregivers of neurodivergent children.

Her passion is creating a more neuroinclusive world, where everyone can thrive—whether in their homes, communities, or workplaces.

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