Mandy and Kate talk to Jo and Kai from Kaiko Fidgets. Kaiko Fidgets is based in Melbourne and was co-founded by Kai, who is both autistic and dyslexic, while he was still at school. With the help of his OT mum Jo, who also has ADHD and autism,Kai has now developed a huge range of fidget designs to help with all sorts of needs, and also employs other young people with diverse needs in the business.
Kai and Jo share their story of founding the business, making and testing products, and the enjoyment, satisfaction and challenges of working for themselves and providing support and inspiration for other neurodiverse people keen to find their inner entrepreneur. Jo also shares her in-depth knowledge, based on her lived experience and feedback from the neurodiverse community, on how fidget tools and toys can provide practical assistance with stress reduction and emotional regulation, in particular for people who engage in self-harm.
Thank you so much Jo and Kai for sharing your life-changing products and your incredible knowledge and experience with us! Peas, good news, you all get a 15% discount at Kaiko Fidgets until October 20! Head to their website and add ‘toopeas’ in the discount code.
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