Autism, ADHD and Us Three

Welcome back to Autism, ADHD and Us Three . In this community Q&A episode, Jenny answers 10 questions sent in by listeners and Instagram followers about late-diagnosed autism, ADHD and AuDHD identity. This is the final episode of Season 3 as the podcast will be taking its summer break in July and August. This episode explores the huge emotional reckoning that can come after diagnosis or self-d...

If you are parenting a disabled or neurodivergent child and sometimes feel like the world was not built with your family in mind, this episode will land. In this episode of Autism, ADHD and Us Three , Jenny sits down with Dana Garrett to talk about parenting, advocacy, communication, community, and the very real emotional load of caring for a child with additional needs. Dana shares her experience...

Hello lovely humans, and welcome back to another episode of Autism, ADHD and Us Three. If you’re new here, I’m so glad you’ve found us. And if you’re a regular listener, thank you for being part of this space 💜 If you enjoy the podcast, it would mean the world if you could leave a quick review. It helps more people find these conversations and feel a little less alone. In this episode, I’m joined...

If you thought finally getting your autism or ADHD diagnosis would feel like pure relief… and instead you feel exhausted, foggy, emotional or completely flattened… this one’s for you. In this solo episode of Autism, ADHD and Us Three , Jenny breaks down something nobody really warns you about. The post-diagnosis crash. She explains why so many late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults experience burnou...

In this episode, Jenny Lucas speaks with Leanne Tran, a registered psychologist specializing in assessments for autism, ADHD, and specific learning disorders. They discuss the importance of early diagnosis and support for neurodiverse children, the impact of parental neurodiversity, and the assessment process. Leanne shares insights on navigating the challenges of accessing support in rural areas...

In this powerful and deeply validating episode of Autism, ADHD and Us Three , Jenny is joined by TEDx speaker and bestselling author Taiba Bajar , whose personal and professional work has supported thousands of families navigating autism regression, burnout, and neurodivergent parenting. Taiba shares her own son’s story of autistic regression which included a sudden loss of speech, connection, and...

If you’ve ever found yourself whisper-screaming “Why won’t they just DO it?” in the hallway while your child refuses to put socks on for the tenth time… this one’s for you. In this episode of Autism, ADHD and Us Three , Jenny sits down with Emma McDonnell , a neurodivergent mother navigating life, education, and holidays with children who have Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) which is a profile...

In this episode, Jenny Lucas discusses her newly launched book, 'Autism ADHD and Me: You're No Bullshit Guide to Life After Late Diagnosis.' Buy your copy here: https://amzn.to/4o58FQf She shares her personal journey of writing the book, the challenges she faced during her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism, and the importance of self-love and acceptance. The conversation delves into th...

Welcome back! Before we dive in, if you’re enjoying the podcast, I’d love you to leave a quick review. It really helps more neurodivergent women like us find these conversations. In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Niki McGlynn , a neurodevelopmental therapist and trainer, who brings her personal story of late diagnosis and her deep expertise in primitive reflexes. We dig into what primit...

✨ Show Notes: Autism, ADHD and Us Three Friendship can be one of the most complicated parts of life and when you add autism or ADHD into the mix, it often feels even more confusing. In this episode, I share my own experiences as a late-diagnosed woman navigating friendships: the longing for people who really “get” you, the heartbreak when connections fade without explanation, and the messy realit...

Season 2 Finale. If this resonated with you, share with someone who needs it, get in touch with me or leave a review so others can find our community and get support too. Summary In this episode, Jenny Lucas reflects on the internalized lies that neurodivergent individuals often carry, particularly those diagnosed with autism or ADHD later in life. She discusses the impact of these lies on self-pe...

Hello and thanks so much for tuning into Season 2 Episode 10 of Autism ADHD and Us Three If you enjoy the episode please consider leaving a review. It really helps more late-diagnosed women and neurodivergent parents find us and feel less alone 💜 🧠💬 In this episode I dive into the complicated relationship between productivity and self-worth. It is something so many of us have internalised from...

Hello and thanks so much for tuning into Season 2 Episode 9 of Autism, ADHD and Us Three ! If you enjoy the episode, please consider leaving a review – it really helps more late-diagnosed women and neurodivergent parents find us and feel less alone 💜 🧠💬 In this episode, I’m flying solo to dive deep into one of the most misunderstood but powerful topics: self-acceptance as a late-diagnosed neuro...

Hello and thanks so much for tuning into Season 2 Episode 8 of Autism, ADHD and Us Three ! If you enjoy the episode, please consider leaving a review – it really helps more late-diagnosed women and neurodivergent parents find us and feel less alone 💜 🧹✨ In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant George from @simplifybyGeorge, a professional organiser who supports neurodivergent women and fami...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 Episode 7. Please do leave a review if you can to help others find and join our growing community! Summary In this episode, Jenny explores the unique experience of being an autistic ADHD woman, discussing the paradoxes of routine and novelty, the struggles of forming friendships, the impact of ADHD medication, and the challenges of emotional dysregulation. She...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 episode 6. Please do leave a review if you can to help others find and join our growing community! In this episode, Jenny Lucas speaks with Sarah West, a specialist in perimenopause, menopause, and ADHD coaching. They explore the intersection of neurodivergence and hormonal changes, particularly how many women discover their neurodivergent traits during perimen...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 episode 5. Please do leave a review if you can to help others find and join our growing community! ---------- If you'd like to receive my weekly 'Positivity Pause' you can sign up here: https://www.audhdistically.me/get-my-newsletter If you have any comments or feedback please do get in touch! Social links: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audhdistically.me?is_f...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 episode 4. Please do leave a review if you can to help others join our growing community! ---------- If you'd like to receive my weekly 'Positivity Pause' you can sign up here: https://www.audhdistically.me/get-my-newsletter If you're interested in joining the waitlist for The Power of Happiness in January 2025, sign up here: https://www.audhdistically.me/power...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 episode 3. Please do leave a review if you can to help others join our growing community! In this episode Hayley O'Connor and I discuss neurodiversity, sensory processing, and wellbeing, highlighting the importance of inclusive spaces, community support, and emotional regulation. We also explore the challenges of neurodivergent parenting, including parental gui...

Hello and thanks for listening to S2 episode 2. Please do leave a review if you can to help others join our growing community! Episode Summary: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Celebrating Little Wins In this episode I delve into the importance of reducing negative self-talk and cultivating self-compassion. I discuss how negative self-talk can erode self-esteem and confidence, and how practicing...

Hello! Welcome to season 2 of the podcast! I've got so much to share with you this season so please make sure you subscribe so you don't miss a thing. If you have time, please leave a review to help others find our community. Podcast Episode Summary: Parenting with Autonomy and Understanding In this episode, I discuss my unique approach to parenting with my husband, Pete. Yes, I've man...

Hello! Welcome to Season 1 Episode 9. This is the final episode of the season. I'll be back with Season 2 in September 2024. Thanks for listening! Today I’m talking about the idea that stimming can be perceived as "attention seeking", why I think that is and the impact it has had on me and how I show up. Also how we deal with being perceived as a family and somethings that we do to h...

Hello! Welcome to Season 1 Episode 8. Thanks for listening! Today I’m talking about meltdowns as an adult who has meltdowns and the parent of two AuDHD kids who have meltdowns. I share what they look like for us, when they happen and how we deal with them in our household. Please feel free to leave a review or a comment about this episode! You can also find me over on TikTok here: https://www.tikt...

Hello! Welcome to Season 1 Episode 7. Thanks for listening! Today I’m sharing 5 top tips which have helped me cope better as an AuDHD parent. These are personal to me but can be adapted to anyone's parenting and have been key to me being able to (more often) show up as the mum I want to be for my girls. Here is the link I mention in the episode this week to my free resource to support you with...

Hello! Welcome to Season 1 Episode 6. Thanks for listening! Today I’m talking about how I changed my parenting style from chaotic and over reactive to calm and curious (mostly!). I share the 5 questions which have had a major impact on how we parent our children and how they can help you too. Here is a link to my free resource to support you with developing your own parenting curiosity: https://sh...