Thinking Outside the Box When Raising Neurodiverse Children with Victoria Burmeister

Cliff speaks with Victoria Burmeister, a resilient single parent and wheelchair user, who shares her powerful story of raising children diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, and ODD. Victoria opens up about navigating the challenges of parenting with limited support, working through the US school system, advocating for her children’s needs and finding natural remedies that actually made a difference. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. We are not doctors, medical professionals, or licensed healthcare providers. The views expressed are based on personal experiences and research. Always do your own research and consult with your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health, lifestyle, or treatment plan. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you’ve heard on this podcast. EPISODE REVEALS Victoria´s children were clever about outsmarting her and using the fact she was in a chair to get around the boundaries she set. She shares how becoming more creative about discipline enabled her to solve this issue. As early as possible, teach your children to recognize and communicate their own needs, instead of always relying on adults to advocate for them. This builds independence, confidence and resilience. Be open-minded, try things to find out what works for your family. Victoria had great success with natural remedies, dietary changes, LifeWave patches and other alternative therapies. Use humour and pick your battles. Sometimes, letting your child “win” a small battle can defuse tension and, over time, can reduce power struggles. Friends, caregivers, or online communities can also provide backup and emotional support, especially when you are raising your children as a single parent. BEST MOMENTS "Being validated means a lot… it helps you to know that you're not going batty ." "My kids aren't brain surgeons, but … they help people, they care and they're not a menace to society. They both have good jobs, and my daughter is doing an amazing job raising her kids." "I'm a firm believer in the patches. I would go to those … over taking anything over the counter." Victoria Burmeister: https://www.facebook.com/VAllen5 https://www.tiktok.com/@lady_vick68 Find out more about the LifeWave patches Victoria used here: Affiliate Link - LifeWave.com/victoriaallen Thisisitinfo.com RESOURCES 👉 10% off your first order Vivanmn LINK - https://vivanmn.com/cliff “What To do when your child shuts down” book out now - https://amzn.eu/d/iOMsOrF New Parenting Autism and ADHD community - Discord because Meta is shutting down fb messenger community chats, we can continue the conversation here - https://discord.gg/SbXd34QV CONTACT ME Instagram: @cliff_kilmister08 https://www.facebook.com/cliff.kilmister/⁠ X - @KilmisterCliff HOST BIO Cliff Kilmister is a dedicated parent, advocate, and cat whisperer with firsthand experience raising a child with autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Having navigated the challenges of school refusal, meltdowns, and sensory sensitivities, Cliff brings an empathetic, real-world perspective to the podcast. When he's not helping his child thrive, he’s dodging the evil stares of his three cats, who are plotting to take over the world (fortunately, they still haven’t figured out how to use the tin opener). Cliff offers practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories to help families facing similar struggles. Cliff is focused on connecting with professionals and networks to raise awareness about the growing need for the education system to adapt to the increasing neurodiverse population. Join the community on Patreon to share experiences, access exclusive content, and work together for change!