Jane McFadden

ADHD Mums

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Being a mum is hard enough. Being a mum with ADHD — or raising neurodivergent kids is a whole different level. ADHD Mums is the unfiltered, science-meets-reality podcast hosted by Jane McFadden, educational neuroscientist, advocate, and mother of three. This isn’t another polished parenting show with 'ten easy tips.' It’s real stories, confessions we’re not supposed to say out loud, and the research that explains why so many of us are running on empty. Every week you’ll hear:🎙️ Confessions — raw, anonymous truths from mums navigating rage, burnout, and survival.🧠 Expert insights — from neuros...

Author

Jane McFadden

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.adhdmums.com.au

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

12. How to get a diagnosis in Australia. Part 2. Interview with Dr Jacinta Thomson 06.06.2023

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...

11. Masking & ADHD. 06.06.2023

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://...

10. Recognising ADHD in our daughters 04.06.2023

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...

9. An RSD story. Taking my own advice 31.05.2023

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...

8. Why am I never doing what I'm supposed to and what can I do about it? 25.05.2023

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...

7. How to get a diagnosis in Australia. Part 1. Interview with Dr. Jacinta Thomson 22.05.2023

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...

6. Is ADHD just an excuse? 21.05.2023

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...

5. ADHD Mum life and Study, how does that work? Interview with Lucy Holister 15.05.2023

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...

4. Hyperfocus - an uplifting story. Interview with Lucy Holister 14.05.2023

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...

3. Can we impact the world? Interview with Lucy Holister 14.05.2023

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...

2. Is the world ready for women to be diagnosed with ADHD? Interview with Katie Underwood 11.05.2023

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...

1: Why are so many Mums being diagnosed with ADHD? 07.05.2023

 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...

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