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Low Demand Parenting

Amanda Diekman
Parenting
Low Demand Parenting
Neurodivergence
Burnout
Mental Health
Neurodivergent Burnout
Neurodiversity
Autistic Burnout
Parenting Strategies
Child Development
Permissive Parenting
Family Dynamics
Autonomic Nervous System
Intersectionality
Attunement and Connection
Food Challenges
Twice Exceptional Children
Anxiety
Depression
Parenting Challenges

The Low Demand Parenting Podcast is your space to let go of the pressure and embrace a more joyful, authentic approach to parenting. Hosted by Amanda Diekman—author, autistic adult, and mom of three—this podcast isn’t about perfection or expert advice. It’s about learning together how to drop the demands that weigh us down and find the ease we crave in our families. Whether you’re navigating neuro... more

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In this conversation, therapist and long-time school advocate Keischa Pruden shares 25 years of hard-won wisdom on helping neurodivergent kids access safety and learning inside traditional schools. We talk whole-child lenses (bio-psycho-social), what... more

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In this rich, practical conversation, Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman—PDA adult, rabbi, and creator of the PDA Safe Circle—maps out a body-based way to understand PDA using her “safe circle” metaphor. We explore why capacity, not compliance, defines wh... more

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In this episode, I welcome Dr. Angele Close, a psychologist, motherhood coach, and author, to discuss the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy in parenting. We explore how understanding and healing our internal parts can lead... more

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Recent Guests

Keisha Pruden
Advocate for her two sons on the autism spectrum and ADHD, and a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience in advocacy.
Episode: Becoming Your Child's School Advocate
Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman
Rabbi and advocate, known for discussing PDA and its impacts
Episode: The PDA Safe Circle
Amelia Nagoski
Author of the New York Times best-selling book, Burnout, and a late diagnosed autistic adult
Episode: What is autistic burnout?
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez
A storyteller, public speaker, and motherhood scholar
Creator of Free Black Motherhood
Episode: Why motherhood is killing us
Robyn Gobbel
Psychotherapist with expertise in supporting parents and children with complex developmental or attachment trauma
Episode: What I Wish I Knew Sooner About My Kid's Brain
Emma Svanberg
Clinical psychologist specialized in attachment and parenting dynamics
Episode: The Hard Stuff: Parenting grief and shame
Iris Chen
Author of the book Untigering and founder of the Untigering Movement
Untigering Movement
Episode: Untigering and Low Demand Parenting
Debbie Reber
Founder of Tilt Parenting and author of Differently Wired
Tilt Parenting
Episode: Embracing Our "Spiky-Profile" Kids
Megan Anna Neff
Psychologist, autistic and ADHD adult, co-host of the Neurodivergent Conversations Podcast
Neurodivergent Conversations Podcast
Episode: Parenting With the Nervous System In Mind

Host

Amanda Diekman
Author, autistic adult, and mom of three who emphasizes a low demand approach to parenting.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Thank you

    I’m so overjoyed to discover this podcast as a resource for our pda family! The power struggles go nowhere and we need to practice so much more reframing and lowering demands. I need the constant reminder and affirmation that it is ok to give space and let go of the need to look like a good parent and just listen to my kids and their needs 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    canyoutell
    Canada2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Amanda’s work came into my universe just as my son began a season of burnout. I’m so grateful for this gentle, loving, accepting perspective. I don’t feel alone, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elouise.C.
    Australia3 months ago
  • So good!

    Excellent resource for parenting an high functioning autistic child w pda profile. Loved and want more of married to pda advice as in 1 of the episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sess77
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you for this!

    Amanda and her content are soothing, validating, thought provoking and give hope. I’m so grateful I found her!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SSHV 1985
    Canada5 months ago
  • Excellent PDA Resource

    I look forward to each new episode. Amanda is genuine and so supportive. I love the interviews and that they are short enough to sneak in when you have 20 minutes. I often find myself wishing episodes were longer but appreciate that the info is packed in to manageable listens. Thank you, Amanda!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesschicago42
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners express deep gratitude for the supportive and validating insights provided, especially regarding parenting neurodivergent children.
The approachable and compassionate style of the host is frequently praised, with many appreciating the practical strategies shared.
There is a strong sense of community among listeners who resonate with the emotional and psychological complexities discussed.

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Becoming Your Child's School Advocate
Q: What are some ways that you have seen it work well for educators to get on board?
Creating a collaborative environment where strategies and insights for neurodiverse children are shared and implemented effectively.
From high-demand to low-demand: my journey of letting go
Q: How can we also heal at the same time while parenting?
Amanda emphasizes that seeing the inherent goodness in our children helps in our healing, fostering acceptance and peace even amidst chaos.
From high-demand to low-demand: my journey of letting go
Q: What are some of your favorite examples from your own life?
Amanda discusses dropping the demand for family mealtimes, which allowed her child to eat in a way that was comfortable for him, ultimately improving their relationship and reducing stress around meals.
Why motherhood is killing us
Q: What kind of unrealistic expectations or demands are getting in the way of parents just being able to pause and have that mindful moment?
The demand to be everything for our children and the pressure for perfection in parenting lead to anxiety and irritability.
Why motherhood is killing us
Q: How do you challenge the myth that a good mother is a martyr?
Deconstructing the idea of martyr-based motherhood by separating the pressures of societal expectations from authentic parenting practices.

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Focused on a relaxed and compassionate approach to parenting, this podcast explores the complexities of raising children, particularly those who are neurodivergent or experience challenging behaviors. Amanda Diekman, the host and author, engages in heartfelt conversations that aim to alleviate the burdens of traditional parenting expectations. Each episode offers practical insights, personal anecdotes, and expert perspectives, creating a supportive community where parents can learn to embrace authenticity and joy in their family lives. Noteworthy is the emphasis on low demand parenting, which advocates for reduced pressure on both parents and children, ultimately fostering an environment of understanding and connection.

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2. Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman
3. Amelia Nagoski
4. Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez
5. Robyn Gobbel
6. Emma Svanberg
7. Iris Chen
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