{"podcast":{"title":"The Calm in the Complicated","slug":"the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273","podcast_index_feed_id":7814273,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-calm-in-the/","website_url":"https://cerebra.org.uk/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a04652ef-0b3a-4327-8193-236faf0a4ad5/CICMain.jpg","author":"Cerebra","episode_count":8,"summary":"Welcome to The Calm in the Complicated - a podcast created for every family who has ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or alone while raising a child with a brain condition. Hosted by Dr Carrie Grant MBE and researcher Dr Samantha Flynn, the series brings together lived experience, expert wisdom, and the kind of honest conversations that make you exhale and think, “Finally… someone gets it.” Shaped entirely by parent carers, the podcast explores the moments they told us matter the most - the fear of those first suspicions that something is wrong, the mountain of admin, the strain on relationships, the sleepless nights, and the quiet fight to look after your own wellbeing. Each episode includes real voice notes from parents across the UK, making this a space where families’ voices aren’t just included, they’re central. With practitioners, researchers, and parent campaigners joining the conversation, The Calm in the Complicated offers connection, comfort, and practical support. It’s a virtual village for anyone navigating the complexities of childhood brain conditions. It’s a place to feel understood, uplifted, and reminded that you don’t have to do this alone. The Calm in the Complicat…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-08T14:18:39.463598+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273"},"episode":{"title":"Life Admin: Managing paperwork and practicalities when your child has a brain condition","slug":"life-admin-managing-paperwork-and-practicalities-when-your-child-has-a-brain-condition","published_at":"2026-05-05T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273/life-admin-managing-paperwork-and-practicalities-when-your-child-has-a-brain-condition","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273","url":"https://cerebra.org.uk/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/09cf1e88-67d9-43fe-8942-99483b4df507.mp3","summary":"This episode explores the overwhelming life admin families face when raising a child with a brain condition. Carrie, Sam and guest Rachel Wright unpack the emotional weight of endless paperwork and share practical, compassionate strategies to help parents feel less alone. Joined by Rachel Wright, founder of Born at the Right Time, qualified nurse and parent to children with complex needs, this episode offers honest conversation, reassurance and practical strategies for managing the hidden second job that so often comes with parenting in the SEND world. A validating listen for any parent feeling overwhelmed by the systems surrounding their child. The episode covers: The emotional toll of constant paperwork and appointments EHCPs, assessments and advocating within complex systems Coordinating healthcare, education and social care support Managing information overload and staying organised Why parent carers need support too You’ll also hear lived experiences, practical advice and compassionate reflections to help families feel less alone while navigating the day-to-day realities of raising a child with a brain condition. Connect with us: Find out more: cerebra.org.uk Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/cerebracharity/ Get in touch: calm@cerebra.org.uk Follow Rachel Wright @bornatRightTime or connect with her https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-wright-0610509a/ https://www.bornattherighttime.com Connect with Mike Richmond@tutor_doctor_nwleeds www.linkedin.com/in/mistermiketd https://www.tutordoctor.co.uk/resources/ Useful Resources: SENDIASS: https://www.sendiass.org.uk IPSEA (education rights and SEND law): https://www.ipsea.org.uk Contact (support for families with disabled children): https://contact.org.uk","meta_description":"This episode explores the overwhelming life admin families face when raising a child with a brain condition. Carrie, Sam and guest Rachel Wright unpack th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3167,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273/episodes/life-admin-managing-paperwork-and-practicalities-when-your-child-has-a-brain-condition/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-calm-in-the-complicated-7814273/life-admin-managing-paperwork-and-practicalities-when-your-child-has-a-brain-condition.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}