The Mother -Son Podcast: With Kim & Jake

Send us Fan Mail We wanted to share a quick update with our listeners 💛 The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake will be taking a short pause while we upgrade our equipment 🎧 and navigate Jacob’s busy gymnastics meet season 🤸‍♂️, along with school and practice. This isn’t goodbye—it’s simply a reset so we can continue bringing you thoughtful, meaningful conversations with the quality and focu...

Send us Fan Mail Fear is something every child, teen, and adult experiences — but it doesn’t always look the way we expect. In this episode, we explore why fear exists , how it shows up in kids (often disguised as anger, anxiety, avoidance, or physical symptoms), and how parents, teachers, and schools can respond in ways that actually help. Using brain-based research , Kim and Jake break down what...

Send us Fan Mail Breaking bad news to your child is one of the hardest parts of parenting — and something every family faces at some point. In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast , Kim and Jacob talk through how to break bad news to kids in an age-appropriate way , including conversations about death, divorce, moving, health diagnoses, and financial disappointment. Using real parent-teen dialog...

Send us Fan Mail If it feels like every simple request turns into an argument — brushing teeth, getting off screens, bedtime, chores — you’re not alone. And if you’re a teen who feels constantly nagged, controlled, or misunderstood… that’s real too. In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we explore why parent-teen conflict increases during adolescence, what’s actually happ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we dive into what research actually says about the positive side of ADHD and neurodiversity . While ADHD is often discussed only in terms of challenges like inattention, impulsivity, emotional regulation, and executive functioning, growing scientific research shows that ADHD is also associated with real, measurable st...

Send us Fan Mail As this year comes to a close, we just want to say thank you . When we started The Mother-Son Podcast , we never imagined how meaningful these conversations would become—not just for us, but for so many of you listening along. This year we’ve talked about big topics: parenting through tough moments, ADHD and neurodiversity, discipline, emotions, communication, resilience, growing...

Send us Fan Mail Should my child get diagnosed with ADHD? If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we explore why recognizing and diagnosing ADHD early can be life-changing — and why missing the signs can have serious emotional, academic, and mental-health consequences for kids and teens. Inspired by a rea...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s quick mini-episode, Kim and Jake share 10 evidence-based strategies teachers can use to help ADHD students thrive. These approaches reduce disruptions, boost engagement, and make school more manageable for neurodiverse kids. If you're a teacher, tutor, coach, or parent, this episode gives simple tools grounded in what we now understand about ADHD as a dopamine-regu...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode, Kim and Jake explore the truth behind one of the most quoted — and misquoted — sayings in parenting: “Spare the rod, spoil the child.”   Together, they unpack where the phrase really came from, how corporal punishment became woven into American parenting culture, and what modern science reveals about its long-term effects. Kim shares her personal exper...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kim & Jake break down a question every parent, teacher, and kid wonders about: What does ADHD actually feel like? Not how it looks from the outside — how it feels on the inside. Jake shares honest insight about racing thoughts, emotional intensity, impulsivity, overwhelm, and the pressure to “just try harder.” Kim adds research from leading ADHD experts explai...

Send us Fan Mail Arguing isn’t the problem — how we argue is. In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we unpack one of the most universal parts of family life: conflict. From Friday-night screen-time debates to “Because I said so” moments, Kim and Jake explore why respectful disagreement can actually strengthen connection instead of breaking it. 💬 You’ll learn:  • Why psyc...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you realize later in life that your brain has been wired differently all along? In this episode, Kim and Jacob explore what it’s like to be diagnosed with ADHD or Autism as an adult . From the “aha” moments that spark self-discovery to the emotional rollercoaster that follows a late-in-life diagnosis, this conversation blends personal experience , research , and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kim and Jake dive into one of life’s most essential (and often misunderstood) skills — getting along with others. From awkward small talk to decoding sarcasm, they unpack what social skills really mean and why they can be tricky for all kids, especially those who are neurodiverse. They share practical tools like conversation scripts, repair phrases, and active lis...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Kim and her teen son Jake explore one of the most important yet tricky parts of parenting: knowing when to step in and advocate for your child — and when to step back and let them take responsibility. You’ll hear a real-life mother-son conversation that is for everyone.  If you are a parent raising a neurodiverse child or someone trying to hold the balance betw...

Send us Fan Mail In this special solo episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , Kim opens up her heart to parents and caregivers of neurodiverse kids — especially those raising children with ADHD. After hearing from listeners who said the podcast helped them feel less alone, Kim wanted to take a moment to speak directly to the parents — the ones quietly holding it all together, navig...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we dive into the fascinating world of literal thinking —how neurodiverse kids interpret language, humor, and social cues in uniquely precise ways. Kim and Jake share real-life stories from home and school, from classroom misunderstandings to everyday “wait, you meant that literally?” moments. Together, they explore ho...

Send us Fan Mail Kim and Jake explore what forgiveness really means, how to let go when there’s no apology, and why neurodiverse kids often experience forgiveness in unique ways. In this heartfelt episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , the duo unpacks one of life’s hardest but most healing skills: forgiveness . From playground conflicts to deep emotional wounds, Kim and Jake explo...

Send us Fan Mail We can hardly believe it—two full seasons of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake are officially in the books! 🎉 Since launching in March, we’ve recorded and released 26 episodes (well… technically 24 if you don’t count the trailers 😉) and nearly 800 downloads . Not bad for a couple of non-celebrities learning as we go! In this special recap episode, Kim and her teenage so...

Send us Fan Mail  Stop Asking Kids What They Want to Be: College, Careers, Salaries, and Future Jobs :  Every kid gets asked the classic question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” But is it time to retire that question? In this episode, Kim and Jake dig into why the question may be outdated, how careers and education have shifted, and what parents and teens should be focusing on instead....

Send us Fan Mail How can parents raise confident, independent kids without helicopter parenting? In this episode, we break down what helicopter parenting looks like, why it happens, and how it can affect kids’ confidence, self-esteem, and anxiety. We share real-life examples of how to build independence step by step — from ordering food to handling chores, homework, and advocating at school. With...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re stepping away from our usual parenting and teen-focused topics for a fun one-off “spooky season” episode. With Halloween just around the corner, Kim and Jake explore the world of ghosts, spirits, EVP recordings, poltergeists, visitation dreams—and even what brain scans reveal about psychic experiences. ⚠️ Listener discretion advised: This episode includes discussi...

Send us Fan Mail Confidence is more than just a feeling — it’s the foundation for resilience, learning, relationships, and mental health. Yet for many children, especially neurodiverse kids with ADHD, autism, or sensory processing differences, building self-esteem can feel like climbing a mountain. In this in-depth episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we spend time exploring how...

Send us Fan Mail You asked—we answered!  In this special listener Q&A episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake , we dive into the questions you’ve sent us through our website and social media. From the story of how we started the podcast, to Jacob’s experiences with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder, to behind-the-scenes bloopers, this episode is filled with honesty, laughter, and...

Send us Fan Mail Back-to-school season is stressful for every family — new routines, homework battles, and busy schedules can overwhelm even the most organized kids. But for students with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) , those challenges are multiplied. Impulse control, organization, and social struggles can make the classroom feel like a minefield — and leave parents and teachers frustra...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Mother-Son Podcast with Kim & Jake, we dive deep into the topic of bullying — from the perspective of the person being bullied and the person doing the bullying. Using research and advice from StopBullying.gov and StompOutBullying.org, we share: The official definition of bullying and the key signs that distinguish it from a one-time conflict. Personal s...