ADHD Mums

A LOT of listeners have been asking for a 'Day in a Life of an ADHD Mum' however I haven't had anyone keen as yet. I've gone through a few days of my life to shine a light on inattention and how it presents in full families of inattention. - Jane talks openly about her severe depression in her teenage years and how that has lead to her wanting to raise awareness about what ADHD looks like in young...

I was supposed to be interviewing Shantelle but we became instant friends and went OFF TOPIC hardcore. Part 2 in the Coffee chats with Shantelle- I'd go to Part 1 first. Topics covered: - Are ADHD Mum's the WORST at self care? and why is that? - Who created all the expectations on families to have dinner with their kids every night as a family and how bloody hard is that to do. - We can create a s...

I was supposed to be interviewing Shantelle on misdiagnosis but we went OFF TOPIC hardcore. I've kept the audio because it's a rant about Mum life that I have with friends at pick up/drop off. Topics covered: - Shantelle's GP was blown aware on her disclosure of the self hatred that comes to ADHD. - Why is it that when a Mum goes to the GP or seeks help she is just told she has post natal depressi...

Rose Callaghan, ADHD Ambassador and Australian Comedian - the first person I have interviewed who was diagnosed with ADHD BEFORE getting pregnant. Check out her complex ride as I interview her on: - Multiple psychiatrist visits to get a muddy answer on meds and pregnancy. - Multiple psychiatrist visits to get a even muddier answer on meds and breastfeeding. (But don't worry there's a study on rats...

In this episode Jane interviews regular Aussie Mum Jenny on her traumatic past and the complex web of trauma and ADHD. Jenny talks about her past and how she only began exploring it after she became a Mum and how that has impacted her parenting and children. We also discuss Neurofeedback therapy and EMDR therapy. *This podcast doesn't recommend any types of therapies, we just discuss our experienc...

Life feels like I've gotten on a one way rollercoaster to hell half the time and I can't get off. Where's the eject button? All my life I've been either speeding on a highway or my car is still trapped in the garage. Where's the balance? Angie Nennie has ADHD, is a mother of two and a professional ADHD coach we discuss: - Why is parenting so incredibly bloody boring but also so tiring? - What ADHD...

In this episode Jane and Jenny share their stories advocating for their daughters in the Australian school system. Both in public and private schools. What works, what doesn't and why the system fails our little girls. We cover everything from the over worked teachers under fire from parents, principals and the kids, the ratio of teachers aides in schools and how each school gets a different amoun...

In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Dr. Jacinta Thompson who is a clinical psychologist and has a PhD in clinical neuropsychology. Jacinta speaks about her own experience with misdiagnosis, where she was wrongly diagnosed with narcolepsy when really she had ADHD/ASD. We talk about what services/therapies we can receive in Australia through Medicare/NDIS and private health funds and what you C...

In this episode Jane McFadden tackles WHY we keep hearing, "Nah, you don't have ADHD," and where masks come into play. Lots of personal examples on masks such as: school pick up, driving and general directions and working in a canteen. If you have have no idea if you've been masking, or what it is and if you have been doing it then this is the episode for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://...

In this solo episode Jane McFadden explores how we as mothers can recognise ADHD in our daughters and help break the stigma that the symptoms only exist in boys. Let's discuss and explore what the symptoms look like and educate those around us. This is the ONLY way to stop the misdiagnosis of females with ADHD from continuing on and to help our girls get the same opportunities for therapy, medicat...

In this episode Jane McFadden takes her own advice on 'Is ADHD just an excuse?' and deals with a conflict situation by acknowledging her ADHD in a work situation. She then shame spirals through most of the week and struggles to move forward. However ADHD Mum's are nothing but resilient and we will continue on - this episode is to highlight - you are not alone in this. We all feel this, let's break...

In this solo episode Jane McFadden talks on the topic "Why do I seem to prioritise the wrong task?' She explores the reasons why our brains will delay, avoid or distract us from making decisions or doing boring but important tasks. Jane also discusses strategies we can use in our daily life to help us make decisions, prioritise and be more productive. Let's drop the negative self talk around this...

The ADHD MUMS podcast is a safe place where Aussie Mums with relatable stories can discuss their struggles with ADHD, motherhood and life. In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Dr. Jacinta Thomson who is a clinical psychologist and has a PhD in clinical neuropsychology. Jacinta concisely and clearly maps out the pathways available for adults to be diagnosed with ADHD in Australia. Jacinta is al...

The ADHD MUMS podcast is a safe place where Aussie Mums with relatable stories can discuss their struggles with ADHD, motherhood and life. In this episode Jane McFadden talks on the popular topic that is hitting the ADHD Mum's inbox, "Am I just making excuses, or do I really have ADHD?" She explores the myth that ADHD is a set of excuses that people use for their children or for themselves. As wel...

The ADHD MUMS podcast is a safe place where Aussie Mums with relatable stories can discuss their struggles with ADHD, motherhood and life. In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Lucy Holister on how she possibly manages with three children, FIFO husband and her university degree. Key discussion point is if anybody actually understand how much time and energy is exerted between 6-9am and why stud...

In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Lucy Holister on her hyperfocus after having her first child and how she turned this into a large scale business. Whilst hyperfocus can have such positive and negative consequences, this episode is an uplifting and funny listen.  **I want to acknowledge that I'm still learning how to podcast and edit - so please be patient as each episode I'm learning...

In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Lucy Holister on her life with several misdiagnosis' until she suspected her child had ADHD and finally got diagnosed. How Lucy balances it all and what strategies she uses to help her with three children and a FIFO husband. We also discuss how we can as Mothers impact the world to be more friendly to those people who are neurodiverse. **I want to acknowled...

The ADHD MUMS podcast is a safe place where real people with real stories can discuss their struggles with ADHD, motherhood and life. In this episode Jane McFadden interviews Katie Underwood on whether the world is ready to accept that women and girls can have ADHD too. Katie discusses her misdiagnosis which took 36 years to be correctly diagnosed with ADHD and what strategies and tools she is usi...

 The ADHD MUMS podcast is a safe place where real people with real stories can discuss their struggles with ADHD, motherhood, and life. In this episode, host Jane McFadden talks about the growing awareness of ADHD in women, particularly mothers, and the challenges they face in their daily lives. Jane shares her story of being diagnosed with ADHD in her mid-thirties after experiencing severe burnou...