Shining With ADHD by The Childhood Collective

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #113: Building Confidence in Kids with ADHDThe Childhood Collective5/17/2023SUMMARYThe truth is, kids with ADHD get SO many more corrections and instructions than kids who don’t have ADHD. This can really impact how they see themselves, and research tells us that kids with ADHD tend to have lower self-esteem than their peers. As parents, we want to help our kids build confidence! Empowering our children to understand their gifts and talents goes a long way toward developing emotional health. In this episode, our team discusses three simple strategies for building healthy self-esteem in children with ADHD. We share personal stories about our own families and some of the struggles (and solutions!) we have faced in supporting confidence in our own kids. CONNECT WITH USWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. If you’re not engaging with us on social, click the links below. We share ADHD parenting tools and tips along with empathy (and a little humor!). LINKS + RESOURCESFree Parenting Guide - 6 KeysCreating Calm Parenting Course            The Childhood Collective InstagramThe Childhood Collective YouTube *Closed Captioning Available Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com Mentioned in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseZenimalWe love the Zenimal. It’s amazing for kids who are feeling anxious or need a little help calming their busy body before bed. The best part? Each meditation ends with the most beautiful message: “You’re a good kid!” Use our code: TCC for a 15% off discount.ZenimalHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #112: Jan StewartThe Childhood Collective5/10/2023SUMMARYParenting a child with special needs can be lonely and frustrating while at the same time amazing, funny, and wild! As mommas, we know how helpful it is to hear from someone who has walked this path for a little longer. In this episode, we sit down with Jan Stewart (an ADHD sage) to discuss insights from her personal and professional experience. Mothers need mentors, and Jan is a wealth of wisdom!MEET JANJan Stewart is a highly regarded mental health and neurodiversity governance expert and advocate. Her brutally honest memoir Hold on Tight: A Parent’s Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness describes her emotional roller coaster story of parenting two children with multiple mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders. Her mission is to inspire parents to persevere, as well as to better educate their families, friends, healthcare professionals, educators, and employers. Jan chairs the Board of Directors at Kerry’s Place Autism Services, Canada’s largest autism services provider, and was previously Vice Chair at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Canada’s leading psychiatric hospital. She also served on the Parent Advisory Council of Massachusetts General Hospital’s Department of Neuropsychopharmacology. She spent most of her career as a senior Partner with the global executive search firm Egon Zehnder. Jan is a Diamond Life Master in Bridge and enjoys fitness, genealogy, and dance. You can find her online at www.janstewartauthor.com or on Instagram as @janstewartauthorLINKS + RESOURCESJan's Book: Hold On Tight Jan's Website         The Childhood Collective Instagram The Childhood Collective YouTube *Closed Captioning AvailableHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com Mentioned in this episode:Holiday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Climbing Products for Kids with ADHD Calling all parents with energizer bunnies! With ADHD kids, the energy can be super fun and also super challenging at times. We have to be very thoughtful about giving our kids opportunities to run, climb, and move their bodies. We asked for your best climbing ideas, and you came through with amazing recommendations! We took all of your climbing favorites and compiled them into a list to share with you. Climbing Products Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #111: Tools To Help Your Child Get StartedThe Childhood Collective4/19/2023SUMMARYWhen it comes to big projects at work or home, we are used to phrases like, “How do you eat an elephant?” or “analysis paralysis.” In corporate America, there are whole careers devoted to managing projects. The truth is, getting started on tasks can be difficult for anyone… but it’s incredibly challenging for kids with ADHD. Because of their delayed executive functioning skills, getting started (even on simple tasks!) can feel totally overwhelming for them. In this episode, we provide five tips to help your child with ADHD get started, whatever the task. CONNECT WITH USWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Our mission is to equip you with the tools to create calm in your home and find joy in parenting ADHD!! We love hearing what is working for you. If you try a tip or two, we would love to hear how it went! Connect with us on social or shoot us an email. You can do this!  LINKS+RESOURCESFree Parenting Guide - 6 Keys            The Childhood Collective Instagram TCC YouTube *Closed Captioning AvailableHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com Mentioned in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseCustomizable ADHD PrintablesIf you are an ADHD parent who is drowning in the chaos of forgotten lunches, lost homework, or bedtime battles…you are not alone. ADHD parents often find themselves giving hundreds of reminders that often result in yelling and frustration. Instantly download these printable routines and work with your child to create a routine that is customized to your family’s needs. Use the exclusive code “PODCAST” for 10% off! PrintablesHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #110: 5 Tips for Wrapping Up the School YearThe Childhood Collective4/26/2023 SUMMARYAt the beginning of a new school year, do you feel like you are always starting from scratch on getting support for your child? By the time you feel like you have a solid plan in place, a new school year starts, and you are back to square one. Many of you experience stress at the beginning of the new school year. Will the teacher take the time to read your child’s 504 plan or IEP so they know how to support them in class best? Today on the podcast, we will share five tips for wrapping up the school year so you can set your child up for success when transitioning to a new grade and new teacher in the fall.  MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD. LINKS + RESOURCES Grade Retention Blog Post FREE ADHD School Accommodations GuideThe Childhood Collective Youtube *Closed Captioning AvailableThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com Mentioned in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseBoard Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHDTime TimerWe can’t have your attention and not mention Time Timer. This amazing tool helps with activity transitions, independence, and building executive function skills. Head to and use the code TCC to get a site-wide discount.Time Timer

SHINING WITH ADHDEPISODE #109: A School Psychologist’s Guide To Preparing For School Meetings with Monique Hayes, NCSP.The Childhood Collective4/19/2023SUMMARYWhen you have a child with ADHD, navigating school accommodations and understanding the educational team can be overwhelming! Whether it’s a question of the evaluation process or eligibility, it can be confusing, and finding accurate information is key. We’re here to help! In this episode, we speak with school psychologist Monique Hayes, NCSP, to discuss how to prepare for school meetings, what to expect, and possible outcomes. MEET MONIQUEMonique is a wife, a mother of three young kids, and school psychologist practitioner. Monique has her education specialist degree in school psychology, and she is a nationally certified school psychologist. Monique shares that she struggles to sit still, enjoys starting (starting) DIY projects around the house, and loves traveling… she has even braved international travel with her three young kids! And we know many of you can relate… Monique has ADHD herself and is raising a child with ADHD. If you’ve taken our online course Creating Calm, you may recognize Monique because she is one of our parent models!LINKS+RESOURCES FREE ADHD School Accommodations GuideCreating Calm Parenting CourseTime Timer Site  Code: TCC for a discount!           The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com   Mentioned in this episode:Holiday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Board Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHDCreating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #108: Managing Screens and ADHDThe Childhood Collective4/12/2023SUMMARYWe’ve all been there. You give a “five-minute warning,” but no matter how many times you say it, they look at you in surprise when it’s time to turn off the iPad or stop playing video games. The argument quickly escalates, right? It starts with negotiation, which spirals into a meltdown, and you wonder if you should just take away screens for the next 100 years. As parents, we can create an environment where we are proactive AS A FAMILY regarding screen time. In this episode, we will give you some tips we use in our homes to manage screens in a healthy way. MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are Child Psychologists, and Katie is a speech-language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD. LINKS + RESOURCESFree Parenting Guide - 6 KeysCreating Calm - Online Parenting Course Time TimerThe Childhood Collective Youtube *Closed Captioning Available        The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Board Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHD

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #107: Supporting Friendships in Kids with ADHDThe Childhood Collective4/5/2023SUMMARYOne of the most common questions we hear from parents is, "How can I help my child make friends?" We know parents want to support their children in developing healthy friendships. As parents, we can take a strengths-based approach to supporting our kids with ADHD as they build friendships. Join our conversation as we discuss five tips for helping your kids build friendships. MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD. LINKS + RESOURCESFree Parenting Guide - 6 KeysCreating Calm - Online Parenting Course The Childhood Collective Youtube *Closed Captioning AvailableCONNECT WITH US             The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.com Mentioned in this episode:ZenimalWe love the Zenimal. It’s amazing for kids who are feeling anxious or need a little help calming their busy body before bed. The best part? Each meditation ends with the most beautiful message: “You’re a good kid!” Use our code: TCC for a 15% off discount.ZenimalHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course

SHINING WITH ADHDEPISODE #106: Parenting ADHD When You Have ADHD with Amy Marie Hann3/29/2023SUMMARYWe know it is difficult raising kids with ADHD, but what if you are diagnosed with ADHD or suspect you may have it? Creating calm while you manage your ADHD and your child’s is a tall order. Join us as we speak with Amy Marie Hann from @activatedadhdmama about the four mistakes parents with ADHD make and how to fix them. Amy has years of shining with ADHD and helping her kids do the same. With her passion for mothers and her commitment to online encouragement, you won’t want to miss this episode.MEET AMYAmy is the creator of Master the Mundane, a unique online course + community that empowers moms with ADHD to manage their home and family in a way that works for their brains. ADHD has touched every area of her life. She was diagnosed at the age of 5 and her three kids, husband, dad, and sister, are also ADHD. She’s also fostered, adopted, and homeschooled kids with ADHD and brings a wealth of personal experience, authenticity, and relatability to everything she creates. She believes the ADHD brain is uniquely created to bring good to the world, and the best thing we can do as moms of ADHD kids is to model what it looks like to thrive with ADHD. She’s a loud laugher, avid reader, and workout enthusiast with a mild obsession with HGTV. You can find her online on Instagram at @activatedadhdmama or at www.amymariehann.com.LINKS + RESOURCESAmy's WebsiteAmy's InstagramMastering the Mundane CourseFREE WebinarThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Customizable ADHD PrintablesIf you are an ADHD parent who is drowning in the chaos of forgotten lunches, lost homework, or bedtime battles…you are not alone. ADHD parents often find themselves giving hundreds of reminders that often result in yelling and frustration. Instantly download these printable routines and work with your child to create a routine that is customized to your family’s needs. Use the exclusive code “PODCAST” for 10% off! PrintablesHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course

SHINING WITH ADHD EPISODE #105: Is It Just ADHD or Something Else?3/20/2023SUMMARYUp to 80% of children with ADHD have at least one other diagnosis. Parents are often left wondering, “Is there more going on, or is it ‘just’ ADHD?” If you have asked this question, you are not alone! Today we are diving into the most common diagnoses that often go along with ADHD: specific learning disorders, speech and language disorders, anxiety, depression, and autism. Join us as we talk about key signs to look for when deciding if your child needs more support!MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you!We created this podcast and community to help you find joy and confidence in raising your child with ADHD!LINKS + RESOURCESBlog Post: Which Specialists Diagnose and Treat ADHD?Blog Post: Is it ADHD or Autism? Or Both?Blog post: Why Every Child with ADHD Needs a Speech and Language EvaluationFREE School Guide: Free Guide to School Accommodations Creating Calm + Shining at SchoolThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Holiday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Board Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHDCreating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course

SHINING WITH ADHD Episode #104: Early Signs of ADHD SUMMARYHave you ever wondered if your preschooler’s behavior is “normal” or if they may have ADHD? During the early childhood years, it can be challenging to understand the root cause of problem behaviors and dysregulation. If your parenting intuition tells you something is below the surface, this episode provides insight on signs, next steps, and parenting resources. Join us as we share about the early signs of ADHD.MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. Most importantly, we are moms, just like you. After working with families over a combined total of 40 years, we saw a need to provide ongoing support and education to parents raising children with ADHD.LINKS + RESOURCESWhich Specialists Diagnose and Treat ADHD?Free Guide: 6 Keys to Raising a Happy + Independent Child with ADHDCreating Calm (use code: PODCAST) The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseHoliday Gift Guide 2024Check out our holiday shopping guides for ADHD kids, teens, moms, and dads. Here's to stress-free shopping and gift they will love. Holiday Gift Guide 2024Customizable ADHD PrintablesIf you are an ADHD parent who is drowning in the chaos of forgotten lunches, lost homework, or bedtime battles…you are not alone. ADHD parents often find themselves giving hundreds of reminders that often result in yelling and frustration. Instantly download these printable routines and work with your child to create a routine that is customized to your family’s needs. Use the exclusive code “PODCAST” for 10% off! Printables