Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD

When you live on the water, you need different things: Sturdier, waterproof supplies. Hurricane-proof windows. Lots of rope to tie down your things. Life at sea is rough on the merchandise. Are you prepared for the storms? Are you ready for the incoming tide? Or are you drowning while everyone around you asks why don’t you just write yourself a to-do list? It’s time to take lessons from a sea-worn sailor. Hop into my boat and let’s go for a ride! Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-177-lost-at-sea-with-adhd-stop-floundering

For a long time, body doubling made me want to cringe. I prided myself on being a self-starter. I didn’t need help. And I certainly didn’t want anyone watching me do stuff.  Eep! Perfectionist alert! Was I totally wrong about body doubling? Could it be a way for ADHD brains to get more done? To feel accomplished?  To stay motivated and finish tasks? Have I found a way to make this work for me or do I still recoil with heebie jeebies? Let’s discuss! Links mentioned in this episode: Overcomer ADHD Time Blindness Sandra Coral’s Podcast - Neurodivergent Narratives To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.  

Having someone on your side who understands makes everything easier. Especially when you’re learning how to navigate parenting your neurodivergent child.  As a child psychologist, Dr. Carrie Jackson coaches parents on how to work in harmony with their ADHD child. As someone who also has ADHD herself, she helps parents with novel strategies that fit with their own, as well as their child's neurodiverse brains. On today’s episode we talk about avoiding major meltdowns by learning your child’s patterns, diffusing tense situations, navigating when to step into your child’s conflict and when to let them resolve it on their own.  You can use many of these emotional regulation strategies for your own neurodivergence, too, mama! Let’s lean into working with our ADHD brains instead of against them. Find more about Dr. Carrie and download her free resources at www.iparentadhd.com or download her app https://www.smartcookie.app/adhd-program/. To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog. Looking for your kind of people? Join our free Facebook community for a supportive group of ADHD moms to lean on during your ADHD mom journey.

I hate goal trackers. They are sticker charts for grownups. (I also despise sticker charts.) I’m not a New Year’s resolution person. I never stick with them.  I’m annoyed by the New Year, New You messaging in January. Barf. I am, however, big into Growth. Goals. Being the best version of you.  Goal setting is difficult for ADHD so I’m offering 3 questions to ask yourself as you wrap up the year and look ahead to the new year. Let’s change it up and think about the new year in an ADHD-friendly way. You are more than your failed goals. In the process, I’m sharing behind the scenes of what I’m no longer here for and what I have planned for ADHD Moms in 2023. Let’s do things differently, Successful Mama. Links mentioned in this episode:  The Post-Holiday Hangover Cure for Disorganized Mamas Successful Mama Gift Certificates 2023 Group Coaching Survey To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.

We’re in the thick of the holidays and perhaps your sanity is already wavering.  School performances, shopping, baking, less sleep, unusual schedules, no routines, more asks… yikes! We still have 2 more weeks to go! In today’s episode, I’m sharing 4 ways to lower your stress and make the holidays enjoyable for both you and your family. Free resources mentioned in today’s episode: 3 Steps for Preparing for the Holidays The Post-Holiday Hangover Cure for Disorganized Mamas Not sure what to put on your holiday wish list? Ask for a Successful Mama Gift Certificate and choose your course, community, coaching, or retreat next year to lower your stress, take care of yourself, and get your life in order. To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD blog. 

What’s the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan? While many kids with ADHD do well in school, a much greater percentage struggle to excel.  The system is complicated and confusing. The first step is understanding what your options are. In public schools in the US, there are both 504 plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) to help students with disabilities struggle less. Today I’m inviting you into an ADHD coaching call with a mom who asked for help in understanding how to help her son who seems to be doing okay so far… but what about when he doesn’t?  While we usually focus on you, the mom, in your coaching call, we often we will discuss your kids because they are who made you a mom!  Because I have worked in both public and private middle schools before I became a mom, I want to share with you a simple explanation on the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan. Plus I’m including my two cents on when is a good time to seek out these accommodations for your child.  Grab your free ADHD Strategy Guide: My Secret to Overcoming Time Blindness To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.

Thank you, sweet mama! In the US, it’s Thanksgiving today and I’m so thankful for you and this community. And to say thank you, I’m sharing my Black Friday specials today. You can grab them through Cyber Monday with the coupon codes on my website. If you’ve been thinking of joining me for a course, community, or coaching in 2023, this weekend is the best time to do it! You can join Successful Mama Meetups for a sweet deal, grab a gift certificate for 10%-15% off, or get a PatriciaPay bonus of 10% on your purchase this weekend. If you’re not sure what to put on your holiday wish list, might I suggest a gift certificate for next year’s annual ADHD Moms retreat, coaching, or learning more about your ADHD. Have a great holiday weekend and I’ll talk to you next week, Successful Mama! To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.

When you have ADHD, you often know what you should do and why you should do it. And yet, you still don’t do it. Ugh. This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a mini-series on Goal Setting with ADHD. But I’m not talking about the usual advice about consistency and breaking it down into steps. You’ve heard all that before. We’re talking about how to make Goal Setting an ADHD-friendly process. Episodes 167, 168, and 169 discuss the key ingredients to ADHD-friendly goals.  In the final segment of the series, I’m inviting you to join Successful Mama Meetups, beginning December 7th, 2022! Until now, these meetings were only available to my current clients.  As of today, you can join us, too! These meetups are a twist on productivity, planning, accountability, and community. You’re invited to meet other moms who get you and understand the struggle, make friends, and build your support system. We meet weekly so you’ll actually make a plan for your week that makes sense for you. And we make it fun cuz how can it not be fun when you get a bunch of ADHD’ers together??? This weekend you’re invited to join us for a VIP (Very Impulsive Person) special - check your inbox or listen to this week’s episode for details!  With a community of ADHD moms to lift you up when you’re struggling, you’re ready to take a baby step forward. It is possible to plan your week and achieve it, even with ADHD. Sign up at patriciasung.com/meetup To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.

When you have ADHD, you often know what you should do and why you should do it. And yet, you still don’t do it. Ugh. This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a mini-series on Goal Setting with ADHD. But I’m not talking about the usual advice about consistency and breaking it down into steps. You’ve heard all that before. We’re talking about how to make Goal Setting an ADHD-friendly process. Today is Part 3, following through on your goals. When you tend to forget about the goal you set, how on earth can you stick to it? Here's the answer. If you haven’t already listened, go back two episodes and listen to Parts 1 and 2 about planning when you’re not good at planning, and finding your motivation. Part 1 - Episode 167: How to Make a Plan When You Stink at Planning: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 1 Part 2 - Episode 168: How to Find Your Motivation When You Just Don’t Want to Do The Thing: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 2 Stay tuned for putting it all together tomorrow. It is possible to learn how to set a goal, like planning your week, and achieve it, even with ADHD. For the accompanying questions for this mini-series, download the worksheet at patriciasung.com/adhd-goal-setting

When you have ADHD, you often know what you should do and why you should do it. And yet, you still don’t do it. Ugh. This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a mini-series on Goal Setting with ADHD. But I’m not talking about the usual advice about consistency and breaking it down into steps. You’ve heard all that before. We’re talking about how to make Goal Setting an ADHD-friendly process. Today is Part 2, finding your motivation. When you just don’t want to do the thing, how can you tap into that elusive motivation? If you haven’t already listened, go back one episode and listen to Part 1 about planning when you’re not good at planning: Episode 167: How to Make a Plan When You Stink at Planning: Goal Setting with ADHD Part 1 Stay tuned for Part 3 when we’ll discuss follow-through. It is possible to learn how to set a goal, like planning your week, and achieve it, even with ADHD. For the accompanying questions for this mini-series, download the worksheet here: patriciasung.com/adhd-goal-setting To read the transcript and view the show notes visit the Motherhood in ADHD Blog.