Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition

Parenting with ADHD can feel overwhelming, isolating, and full of invisible challenges—especially when you’re navigating neurodivergence without a roadmap. In this episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition , host Vida Carey is joined by Trina Haynes, MyLadyADHD,  for a deeply honest conversation about parenting while living with ADHD. Together, they explore late diagnosis, the daily...

In this episode of Surviving Parenthood , Vida Carey is joined by Suzanne Sophos for a powerful conversation about redefining traditional parenting approaches. Suzanne shares her transformative journey as a parent and the moment she realized that traditional parenting methods simply didn’t work for her child . Together, they explore what it looks like to shift from control and compliance to suppor...

In this impactful episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition , Vida sits down with Jon Foote , high school English teacher, parent, and mental health advocate, for a raw and relatable conversation about therapy, depression, and the power of taking proactive steps toward healing. Together, they unpack the challenges neurodivergent individuals face when seeking support, the importance o...

In this powerful and deeply relatable episode, Vida sits down with Luna Hande —comedian, creator, co-host of the Hacking Hypermobility podcast, and the beloved “Luna the Zebra Mom” across social media. Luna shares her late-diagnosis journey with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) , autism, ADHD, lipedema, dysautonomia, and what it’s like parenting a neurodivergent teen while navigating disa...

In this episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition , host Vida Carey — a neurodivergent parent and educator — sits down with Dr. Jessica Myszak , a neuroaffirming psychologist, for an insightful and compassionate conversation about the realities of parenting while neurodivergent. Together, they explore the unique challenges and triumphs that come with neurodivergent parenting, from ma...

In this episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition , host Vida Carey welcomes guest Melanie Branch for a deeply honest conversation about the challenges of parenting while neurodivergent. Together, they unpack what it means to parent while in survival mode , the process of discovering and understanding their own ADHD and autism , and how embracing imperfection can lead to healthier, m...

In this episode of Surviving Parenthood , host Vida Carey sits down with Shelli Stanley , a fellow neurodivergent parent, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about the realities of raising children while managing autism, ADHD , and everyday life. Together, they explore the transformative impact of a diagnosis , how it brings clarity and understanding, and how communication and self-advoca...

In this episode of Surviving Parenthood , host Vida Carey sits down with ADHD Coach Ron Capalbo to unpack the realities of parenting while neurodivergent. Together, they explore the complexities of ADHD , the impact of a late diagnosis , and how self-awareness reshapes the parenting journey. Vida and Ron dive deep into practical coping mechanisms , self-care strategies , and emotional regulation t...

In this very first episode of Surviving Parenthood , host Vida Carey opens up about her personal journey as a neurodivergent parent. Diagnosed later in life with ADHD and autism , Vida reflects on how these experiences shape her parenting—both the struggles and the victories. She shares a vulnerable story about a difficult encounter with her children’s pediatrician that highlights the unique chall...

Parenting is hard. Parenting while neurodivergent? That’s a whole new level.  Welcome to Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition , a podcast by and for parents who are neurodivergent — because our stories matter, too. 💜  I’m Vida Carey — a special education teacher, neurodivergent coach, late-diagnosed AuDHDer, and a parent who is neurodivergent myself. In this trailer, I share why I started...