#096 Alex Duthie: Humor Through Hard FASD Times

If you are a member of my private online Facebook Group, you know it’s not my group. The group belongs to my guest today, who has become famous for his “wee chuckles” – Alex Duthie. 

People can come on, ask for info, advice, tell stories, or a good old vent. It’s like a 4,000 strong family. There’s no judgement. We just get on with it. 

Alex and his wife Sylvia have 6 bio children between them and fostered 2 boys with FASD. We talk about how they arrived at the fostering journey as well as: 

• The challenges and strengths of Liam and Sean. 
• How their caregiving changed after FASD training, their lightbulb moments and advice for other parents and caregivers. 
• What Alex gives and receives from the group. 

Many posts make me cry. It’s heartbreaking. If I can just help to make someone forget just for one minute, just by giving them a smile, that has made my day. 

I also get the details on how he became such a big Harry Potter fan. Alex has certainly become an integral part of the group and I think after this podcast you will agree he has a knack for engaging people and making them laugh. So much so it’s part of the culture of the group and what sets it apart from others. 

Make sure to check out the Show Notes for a link to our Facebook Group and Redbubble Shop. 

Show Notes: 

Get your own Alex Wee Chuckle T: A Wee Bit of a Chuckle 

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Join our Private Facebook Group: FASD Caregiver Success Group 

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