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Podcast: Too Peas In A Podcast Mandy Hose and Kate Mulholland
Episode: 'Petit pois' Alex shares a lifetime of insights
Description: France-based pea Alex (of speak-pipe fame!) is mum to 27-year old Max, who has Down Syndrome. Alex shares a lifetime of insights, touching on the rectum-filled moments surrounding Max’s diagnosis, her positive experiences of his early childhood care, her less-positive school experiences, the joy that Max brings and the importance of fostering his unique talents and interests. She also shares about Max’s teen years and the challenges of responding to his emerging sexuality. Alex also discusses her approach to his post-school out-of-home living options, and her overall goal of finding a place in the c...