ADHD Mums

You’re not behind. And you’re not failing at life. If you wake up already tired — before anything has even happened — this episode explains why. Not in a ‘here’s what to do’ way. In a ‘nothing is wrong with you’ way. In this episode, Jane names the invisible thing that keeps so many mums feeling behind, rushed, and quietly panicked even on calm days: carrying responsibility before it’s required ....

You’re not bad at relaxing. And you’re not doing rest wrong. If you’ve ever noticed yourself cleaning, tidying, or “finding something to do” in the very moments you’re supposed to be enjoying — this episode explains why. In this short but powerful conversation, Jane unpacks why so many mums feel restless, guilty, or half-revved when things finally go quiet, and why that response isn’t anxiety or a...

You didn’t fail your New Year’s resolutions. You survived a year that was heavier than the plans you made for it. I asked the ADHD Mums community how their New Year’s goals actually went last year — and the answers weren’t lazy, careless, or undisciplined. They were honest. Tender. Exhausted. This episode is a collective exhale for every mum who promised she’d get organised, rest more, yell less,...

If you feel like you’re failing at parenting because you’re constantly exhausted, flat, or shutting down — this episode is for you. This isn’t about trying harder or fixing yourself. It’s about understanding why ADHD and neurodivergent mums don’t just get tired — we get depleted. In This Episode, We Cover: Why exhaustion can feel like numbness instead of emotion What dopamine debt looks like in re...

What if the calm you felt last Christmas wasn’t a fluke — but a clue? In this episode, Jane responds to a listener who accidentally lost her Christmas list… and felt calmer than she ever had in December. Not because she stopped caring — but because the mental load finally dropped. This conversation explains why ADHD mums hit capacity faster at Christmas, why letting go feels terrifying, and why yo...

I thought I was being polite. I thought I was keeping my options open. But somewhere between exhaustion, people-pleasing, and old survival habits, I abandoned myself — again. In this episode, I share the exact moment it clicked: my 'soft no’s' weren’t boundaries at all. They were apologies wearing polite outfits. And when everything finally caught up with me, my nervous system had already run out...

December brings presents… and pressure. Family dynamics get loud, expectations get heavier, and suddenly you’re managing everyone’s feelings and your ADHD child’s reactions — all while trying not to implode. This episode answers a powerful listener question: How do I handle gift-opening with my ADHD/PDA child without feeling ashamed, judged, or like I’m failing?  It’s not just about presents....

Silent rage at Christmas isn’t a personality flaw — it’s a nervous system collapse. In this episode, we unpack why ADHD mums hit overwhelm earlier and harder during December, why the “tiny straw” moments feel massive, and how the invisible mental load of Christmas pushes your brain into shutdown mode long before anyone notices. This is a compassionate, nervous-system-first explanation of why you’r...

Christmas isn’t “cosy magic” for many ADHD mums — it’s a high-pressure, high-sensory, invisible-load marathon that no one else sees. In this episode, Jane breaks down why holiday overwhelm hits harder, why silent rage feels frightening and unfair, and what your nervous system is actually doing long before the wrapping-night meltdown. You’re not failing Christmas — you’ve been carrying it. What We...

If December already feels like you’re sprinting through wet concrete, this episode is your deep breath. Christmas asks ADHD mums to hold the magic and the mess — late-night wrapping, invisible labour, the Boxing Day guilt hangover — and still somehow feel like we’re not doing enough. This is the story of the year Jane finally said: good enough is enough. And maybe this is the year you get to say i...

Some days it feels like you need a medical degree just to parent a neurodivergent kid. The waitlists, the myths, the pressure to ‘get it right’ — it can all become overwhelming fast. In this episode, child psychiatrist Dr Mimi Xu finally gives mums clear, compassionate answers about ADHD meds for kids, without judgement or jargon. 💡 What We Cover Why ADHD medication is never a one-size-fits-all d...

If you’re already running on caffeine and obligation — this one’s for you. December has a way of convincing ADHD mums that magic only counts if it hurts. But what if “good enough” was actually enough? This week, Jane shares the story of the Christmas she finally stopped performing for everyone else — and started living it for herself. 💡 What We Cover Why ADHD brains struggle to know when to stop...

If you’ve already cried in a shopping centre car park — you’re not alone. In this raw and funny ADHD Mums Christmas episode, Jane breaks down why the season feels like an emotional Olympics for neurodivergent parents — and how to stop performing and start protecting your energy. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing less on purpose. Using the ‘Red Pen’ approach, Jane shows how to cross out...

When a child melts down in public or refuses to eat, the world sees “bad behaviour.” But often, what looks like defiance or poor parenting is actually neurodivergence — and a family doing their best in a system that doesn’t understand them. In this deeply validating conversation, Jane sits down with Tracey Jewel — author, advocate, and mum of a neurodivergent family — to talk about reframing “bad...

Trigger Warning This episode includes mentions of intrusive thoughts and parental burnout. Please take care while listening. Episode Overview Have you ever gone from wanting to run away to feeling overwhelming love for your kids — all within five minutes? You’re not delusional. You’re devoted. In this raw and deeply relatable episode, Jane unpacks the wild emotional contradictions of raising neuro...

💊 Why do ADHD meds seem like a miracle one week… and stop working the next? If you’ve ever sat there wondering if you’re failing because the meds don’t seem to work anymore — you’re not broken, and you’re not alone. In this episode, Jane tackles the most common questions ADHD mums ask about medication for kids. From appetite loss and 3PM crashes to puberty shifts and masking, we break down what’s...

For ADHD mums, school pickup isn’t chit chat — it’s performance. The smiles, the nods, the weather talk. On the outside you look friendly. On the inside, you’re collapsing. In this Quick Reset, Jane unpacks why masking at the school gate feels so exhausting, how it impacts ADHD and autistic mums, and why it’s not about being unfriendly — it’s about survival. ✨ What We Cover in This Episode Why ev...

💊 They’ll sell you $60 gummies and promise calm — while your child is still wide awake at midnight. If you’ve ever handed over cash for gummies that didn’t work — you’re not the only one. In this episode, Jane sits down with clinical nutritionist Brittany Darling to unpack the minefield of supplements for ADHD and neurodivergent kids. From magnesium gummies to iron deficiency, we break down what’...

🛁 Self-care feels nice… but self-regulation keeps you alive. Ever wondered why you feel calm after a walk but snap six minutes later? You’re not failing — that’s the difference between self-care and regulation. In this Quick Reset, Jane unpacks the crucial difference between bubble baths and nervous system regulation. Self-care soothes. Self-regulation catches you mid-climb and stops the burnout...

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses hormonal rage, burnout, and emotional overload that may feel intense for some listeners. Some days I don’t recognise myself. The rage hits first — then the guilt follows. 💔 If you’ve ever cried over crumbs or felt calm slip away for no reason, this episode will make you feel seen. Because what looks like “losing control” is often ADHD, hormones, and burn...

🎂 The birthday invite never came — and the heartbreak broke us both. Because when your kid is excluded, you carry that wound too. In this raw confession, Jane shares the reality of parenting a child who’s left out. From the quiet “Mum, what’s wrong with me?” to the fury of watching friendships collapse despite scaffolding, this episode validates the pain of social exclusion for ADHD and autistic...

⚠️ Content warning: This episode contains a brief discussion of suicidal ideation at 17mins. 🚛 You survived pregnancy. You survived newborn chaos. You survived years of exhaustion. Then perimenopause hit — and it felt like your ADHD exploded overnight. If perimenopause has made your ADHD feel impossible — you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not the only one. In this raw and relatable episode...

ADHD mums aren’t lazy — our homes just weren’t designed with our brains in mind. And no, piles aren’t proof of failure. In this episode, Jane unpacks why traditional “Pinterest-perfect” organising systems fail neurodivergent families, and how to design a home that actually supports ADHD working memory. From intentional landing zones to open storage, these ADHD-friendly hacks help you stop fighting...

❌ “Not disabled enough.” ❌ “Not lifelong.” If you’ve ever been told your child is “not disabled enough” for support — you’re not alone. And you’re not failing them. That’s what too many families are hearing through NDIS reforms — while kids who mask or “hold it together” risk losing the supports that keep households afloat. This episode unpacks what the changes actually mean, where the gaps are,...

⚠️ This episode discusses disassociation and trauma responses. Please listen with care and step away if needed 🧘‍♀️ Meditation apps promised calm — but for many ADHD mums, stillness doesn’t soothe. It shuts us down. If you’ve ever sat down to meditate and felt panic instead of peace — you’re not broken. You’re not the only one. In this Quick Reset, Jane explores why meditation, yoga, and “just br...