The SEND Sofa

By: Tahnee Morgan
  • Summary

  • One day last year after another overwhelming morning trying to get my distressed SEND son into school, I came home, slumped on the sofa and sobbed. I was at my wits’ end. I didn’t think I could do it a second longer. It made me think of all the other struggling SEND parents out there, possibly on their sofas, crying too. If I felt overwhelmed, so did they. If I was struggling, perhaps I wasn’t alone. The responsibility and pressure of raising a SEND child can sometimes be too much. How could I bring us all together? I wiped my tears, got out my notepad and pen and wrote the first words that came into my head: ‘The SEND Sofa.’ Holy Shiz. It appeared I was about to start a podcast! And here it is! My name is Tahnee Morgan and my world was rocked when my son, Max, was diagnosed with Kabuki Syndrome in 2017, a rare genetic disorder that affects just 1 in 32,000 births worldwide. In this podcast, I delve into the good, the bad and the ugly of SEND life. Everything and everyone is welcome here. The vibe is genuine, heartfelt and relaxed as I provide a much-needed safe and comfortable space for SEND families to be open and honest about their journey. I will be chatting with parents, medical professionals, therapists and practitioners to gain a better understanding of all things SEND, while having a giggle (or a good cry) along the way. So, grab a cuppa (or a glass of wine!) and join me on the Send Sofa. Instagram @thesendsofa Facebook The SEND Sofa
    Copyright 2025 Tahnee Morgan
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Episodes
  • Unlocking ADHD: Real Talk with Connor Greene – ADHD Behavioural Specialist, Speaker, and Author
    Apr 23 2025

    In this episode, we dive deep into the world of ADHD with the brilliant Connor Greene, an ADHD Behavioural Specialist, parenting coach, and the voice behind ADHD & ODD Parent Coaching. Whether you're a parent, educator, or navigating ADHD yourself, Connor offers practical insights, empathy, and evidence-based strategies to help you better understand and support the ADHD brain.

    Connor shares real-life stories and actionable tips to reduce daily chaos, communicate effectively, and build stronger relationships with your child.

    📚 Resources Mentioned:

    • Visit Connor’s coaching site: adhdandoddparentcoaching.com
    • Follow on social for tips, strategies & support: @connormgreeneadhd
    • Connor’s book: ADHD Explained https://www.connormgreene.com/books

    🧠 Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just curious, this episode is packed with empowering content to help you feel seen, heard, and supported on your ADHD journey.

    🎤 ADHD - Master Skylander

    🎤 Bring Me the Horizon - Avalanche

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Unmasking Autism: Embracing Neurodiversity with Carly Steel
    Apr 9 2025

    Educational consultant Carly Steel is back, bringing her wealth of experience and expertise! She is the author of Consulting Autistic Young People on Their Personal Happiness, published in the Good Autism Practice journal. Carly began her career as a teacher at a specialist college, where she supported autistic young people, and later completed a master’s degree in autism. She then went on to coordinate alternative provisions for a major charity across the East Midlands and London.

    Carly’s true passion was discovered in her role as Director and Head of Education at an outdoor alternative provision, where she was able to make a direct impact on the lives of autistic individuals. As an autistic individual herself, Carly brings a unique, firsthand perspective to her work, offering invaluable insights into understanding and supporting the autistic experience.

    Note to listeners: Tahnee would like to clarify that it wasn’t until after her conversation with Carly that she realised the autistic community prefers the term "autistic people" rather than "individuals with autism." We are all continuously learning and growing in our understanding.

    https://embrace-autism.com/cat-q/

    https://carly-steel.com/home

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    46 mins
  • Living with an Adult Child with Cerebral Palsy: A Conversation with Neil and Mary Harris
    Apr 2 2025

    In this episode, we delve into cerebral palsy, a neurological condition that affects movement and muscle coordination. Tahnee is joined by Neil and his wife, Mary Harris, to discuss the causes, symptoms, and various treatment options, including physical therapy and surgery. Tune in to gain valuable insights into how cerebral palsy impacts individuals and their families, and why self-care is essential to prevent burnout. Discover how early intervention can significantly enhance outcomes and improve quality of life for children affected by the condition.

    For Neil, self-care meant riding his motorbike. This passion led him to write HondaBoy, a deeply personal family story that connects two seemingly unrelated topics: the thrill of motorcycling and the survivor’s guilt stemming from escaping a devastating family illness.

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/HondaBoy-faced-existential-crisis-bike-ebook/dp/B0DMP9NCZF

    https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/

    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cerebral-palsy/symptoms/

    https://shop.disabilityrightsuk.org/products/disability-rights-handbook-2025-2026

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    52 mins
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