Purple Day Special – Parenting Kids with Epilepsy with Kelly Norford

In this Purple Day special episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman chats with Kelly Norford, a mum of three children with epilepsy. They discuss the unique and evolving challenges of epilepsy: from managing different seizure types to navigating the impact on mental health, learning, and daily life.

In this episode, Nicole and Kelly explore:
💜 The complexities of epilepsy – how it presents differently in each of Kelly’s children and how seizure types can evolve over time
💜 Common triggers and daily challenges, including how unpredictable seizures affect routines and education
💜 The impact of epilepsy medication on mental health, cognition, and behaviour
💜 What parents wish teachers and childcare providers knew about supporting children with epilepsy
💜 The emotional and advocacy journey of raising children with complex medical needs

Kelly’s insights provide a powerful, real-life perspective on the hidden impacts of epilepsy and the importance of understanding and support from the wider community.

Listen now to raise awareness and be part of the conversation!

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