Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHD

By: Patricia Sung | ADHD Coach for Moms with ADHD
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  • Productivity, Parenting, and Education for Moms with Adult ADHD Are you overwhelmed by the never-ending to do list of motherhood? Are you burnt out and barely keeping your head above water? Are you confused and frustrated by how all the other moms make it look so easy? And somehow you're still floundering despite trying even harder... Your purse is as overflowing as your mind, you never feel like a good enough mom, and you don't dare have anyone over to visit to witness your messy home. You just want the best for your kids, but you can't figure out how to manage the chaos, both in your mind and in your house. Oh, I've been there, mama. Some days, I'm still there. Parenting with ADHD is hard! We want to be structured for our kids, yet we can't seem to stay consistent even for ourselves. But I'm letting go of everyone else's perception of a "good mom" and stepping into loving who I am a little more each day. Will you join me? Whether you have ADHD like I do, or think you might, here is your permission slip to let go of the pinterest worthy visions of organization and structure fit for everyone else. Let's do life like our brains do life: creatively, lovingly, and with all your might. Moms with ADHD have a superpower of always trying their best, even when it doesn't pan out. How do I know? I have known about my ADD for over twenty years, and I want to share all of this hard-earned ADHD knowledge with you, making your adjustment a lot easier and faster than mine was. What does Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder look like in women? We'll dive into emotional regulation, motivation, executive function, hormones, medication, and natural treatments. Women with ADHD share their diagnosis stories with us, whether inattentive, hyperactive or combined, from childhood through adult diagnoses. We also talk about ADHD's so-called friends like depression, anxiety, addiction, disordered eating, other learning differences, and what I've learned through therapy and CBT. Science is my jam and learning about how our brains work through the lens of scientific research helps us understand who we are. ADHD is not just for little boys; it looks different in girls. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurological medical condition, not an excuse for lazy, stupid, unmotivated people to not live up to our potential. Let's agree to throw that thought in the trash. Once we understand how our brains work, we can dive into the practical strategies like structuring our day, minimalism, money, nurturing our relationships, daily rhythms, using a planner, and improving our sleep. I want to help you build your version of a joyful family life. We talk about everything from ADHD to Zebras, because that is how Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder works: to us, our thoughts are clearly connected, but non-linear to everyone else. I want you to love being a zebra in a world full of horses. We were born as unique, gorgeous creatures, not meant to blend in with the usual nor mundane. When we embrace who we are and how our brains work, we can figure out how to live out lives successfully and in turn, lead our families well. At the end of the day, we just want to be good moms. Spoiler alert: you are already a great mom. If you're ready to see that with your own two eyes, hit play and listen in as we love ourselves a little more each day of our ADHD lives. ADHD does NOT mean you're doomed to be a hot mess, mama! You CAN rewrite your story from shame spiral to success story, and I'll be right here beside you to cheer you on! With love, Patricia Sung, a fellow mama with ADHD Free Resources and Transcriptions at: motherhoodinadhd.com Connect with Patricia Sung on Instagram: www.instagram.com/motherhoodinadhd Join like-minded mamas in our Successful Mama Meetups online community: https://www.patriciasung.com/meetup Sign up for community, courses, coaching, and tons of free resources to learn about ADHD: www.patriciasung.com
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Episodes
  • E252: 4 Steps to Stop Your Holiday Stress: Clean up the Chaos one Baby Step at a Time
    Dec 19 2024

    We’re in the thick of the holidays and perhaps your sanity is already wavering. School performances, shopping, baking, less sleep, unusual schedules, no routines, more asks… yikes!

    We still have 2 more weeks to go!

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing 4 ways to lower your stress and make the holidays enjoyable for both you and your family.

    Free resources mentioned in today’s episode:

    3 Steps for Preparing for the Holidays: https://www.patriciasung.com/less-holiday-stress

    The Post-Holiday Hangover Cure for Disorganized Mamas: https://www.patriciasung.com/holiday-hangover

    Not sure what to put on your holiday wish list? Ask for a Successful Mama Gift Certificate and choose your course, coaching, or retreat next year to lower your stress, take care of yourself, and get your life in order.

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-252-4-steps-to-clean-up-after-christmas

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    15 mins
  • E251: How to Buy the Perfect ADHD Planner
    Dec 12 2024

    How do you choose the perfect planner? The one that will solve all your ADHD woes…

    In this episode, we’re discussing:

    • All the brands of planners I have tried (the list is long),

    • The two major mistakes people with ADHD make when choosing a planner,

    • How to differentiate between your calendar and to-do list for optimal planning,

    • Questions to help you assess what your perfect planner needs,

    • And why even the best planner won't solve everything… without the right skills!

    If you have a stack of planners gathering dust on your shelf, this episode will help you rethink your approach and find a system that fits your unique brain and your family’s lifestyle.

    PLUS: We're celebrating with a special birthday sale! 🎉

    1) Grab the pdf for my simple Weekly Planner for only $5.00
    and/or
    2) Jump into the Daily Planning for ADHD Moms course for a $50 discount with code BIRTHDAY

    Snag these deals by December 17th, 2024.

    Together, let's build your external brain system so you can manage all the details of mom life with confidence and ease.

    Tune in now and start 2025 with a fresh, effective planning strategy you’ll actually use!

    What if you could learn an easy, 3-step system for organizing your day, sorting through your to-do lists and keeping your commitments? What if you had a group of other ADHD moms to hold you accountable week to week? It's all possible with Daily Planning for ADHD Moms. Figure out your life in a way that makes sense for both mom-life and an ADHD brain. Join us today! bit.ly/adhdplan

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-251-how-to-buy-the-perfect-adhd-planner

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    23 mins
  • E250: How to Cope When Life is Overwhelming
    Nov 21 2024

    My 2024 word of the year was “Rest”. How did I do? Hmmm…

    While this episode is a celebration of 250 podcast episodes and over a million downloads (what!?!), I'm also sharing how I navigated the hard stuff this year. And how I look at rest entirely differently now than in January.

    Balancing the demands of motherhood, business, and my overall well-being has been a journey with unexpected twists—I often felt like I was assembling an IKEA bookshelf with the wrong instruction booklet! So I’m sharing step-by-step how I figured out how to get out of overwhelm amongst a lot of life changes, keep burnout at bay, and come out happier in the end.

    Here’s what’s coming up for 2025:

    • This podcast: my first love of helping moms with ADHD…more episodes, more free support!

    • Free ADHD Anti-Anxiety Workshop: On January 23, 2025, dive into 3+ strategies to lessen anxiety. This first live session is free, offering practical tips to make an immediate difference to feel calmer and at peace. Sign up here.

    • Lighthouse: An Emotional Regulation Course for Moms: My best lessons from the last 2 years of Lighthouse groups! Focus on emotional regulation skills, so you can make decisions easily, remain calm during your kid’s meltdown, and hold your boundaries to keep your peace when your family pushes your buttons. Put your name on the waitlist for its arrival in 2025.

    • Rooted Group Coaching for Moms: Beginning in January, this group will provide a supportive space to explore emotional regulation, being on time, meal planning, and more. Join this supportive coaching group here. Early Bird Bonuses end December 12th!

    • Successful As A Mother Weekend Retreat for ADHD Moms: Put your name on the waitlist for the 2025 retreat and spend the weekend relaxing by the lake, hanging out with good friends, and loving yourself even when you’ve been told “I’m TOO Much”.

    Not sure what you need but know you want my help? Have a virtual coffee chat with me and I’ll answer any questions you have and help you sort out what you want.

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    E178: Is it ADHD Hypersensitivity or Sensory Overload? Using Interoception and Somatics to Listen to and Connect with Your Body with Elizabeth Brink and Anna Lopez

    Lizzy’s 3 magical lists are inside of her $9.00 course How to Create and Sell Something Before You're Ready (affiliate link)

    Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-250-cope-when-life-is-overwhelming

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    38 mins

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the way it relates to me is amazing

I'm 26 and was recently diagnosed with adhd and bipolar disorder type 1. I am trying to break the abusive cycle my mother continued and this podcast gave me so many tools to help me end the cycle for good. gentle parenting for the win.

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good information, good heart

I appreciate this podcast so much. right now. struggling with severe ADHD on top of severe depression. cripples a person so much most of the time. I appreciate her encouragement, easy steps, recommendations, information, etc.
I've read a few reviews and saw some negative thoughts but I am ready to deal with this and I want to get better so bad! I don't want my child to struggle like me if he ends up having it. but even if he doesn't I want to feel capable and be able to function in the way my family needs! No one tells you about ADHD and how hard it is. I had been searching for something that had to do with being a mom that has ADHD and this is one of the few resources out there. my husband has even enjoyed your podcasts. thank you for your heart. Keep up the good work! You are God's instrument teaching and helping others learn and grow in the chaos and hardship every day brings!

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Finally!!!

Thank You!! Thank You!!! Your podcast is absolutely amazing and you have addressed many aspects of my adhd and being a mom. It is eye opening realizing that I am not crazy and it helps me be the best example for my girls who also struggle with adhd. Realizing that my adhd is not a curse or makes me damaged, it's a gift and a super power when used properly. Changing my thoughts on social norms and fitting a mold has absolutely changed my life!! Keep up the good work!! You are changing lives!!

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Only a few minutes in and she gets it!

Only a few minutes in and she gets it! Going to follow...love her! Live hearing It's so nice to be understood!

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Always good!

This podcast has many golden nuggets for moms with ADHD. There are so many episodes that address the things I'm struggling with. The advice/recommendations have helped me through many rough spots. THANK YOU!

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preachy

I did not appreciate her tone. If her audience was kids it would be fine. I am a 42year old mom and need quality info, not a soap box preacher

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