When you've got PMS on steroids, the rage and depression are exponential. Ever hear of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder? They call it PMDD for short, and it's a very real and serious hormonal disorder that affects up to 10% of women! And it’s much more common when paired with ADHD. Symptoms include things like mood swings (aka rage attacks), sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, depression, and even severe panic attacks. Many women with PMDD are either extremely tired or have bouts of insomnia. And the...
Jul 27, 2023•31 min
When your ADHD is invisible, we can start to feel like maybe we’re making it up… Maybe you aren’t really struggling more than others… Errrrrrrt. Stop that. Today we’re talking to Christina Crowe about how to make the Invisible Visible. Because ADHD is real even when you can’t SEE its impact on everything. I love Christina’s super practical way of explaining the hard stuff, as well as how she always links her information back to real research and science. In this episode, Christina and I chat abo...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min
When was the last time your ADHD affected your kids and you were kicking yourself for it? While you get frustrated enough that your ADHD affects your own life, it's 100 times worse when it hurts your kids. Meet my friend, Laura Froyen, PhD. Laura and I connected over our mutual love for advocating for kids. Her take on gentle parenting is refreshing and doable. In this episode, Laura and I chat about how to deal with ADHD as a mom on her podcast, The Balanced Parent Podcast, where she helps fami...
Jul 13, 2023•48 min
“Is this an ADHD thing?” This question comes up a lot! It’s hard to say because there is a wide spectrum on how ADHD symptoms present in your day to day activities. At the same time, there is so much value in knowing you aren’t the only one struggling with something. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the themes that I see in the symptoms of ADHD in women that I work with so that you can feel comfortable in knowing how ADHD shows up in women in real life. Included in this episode is a checklist of ...
Jul 06, 2023•50 min•Ep. 196
Do you feel like motherhood’s been kind of a raw deal? Meet my friend Kelly Donahue, founder of Badass Moms. Kelly and I were in the same Integrative Life Coach certification course and I fell in love with her spunky spirit and gentle tough love. She just launched her podcast earlier this year, talking to women who found their fun and let go of the impossible “selfless mother” standard we were raised with. If you’re ready to ask for what you want, have more fun, and dismantle internalized patria...
Jun 29, 2023•53 min
“Why didn’t anyone tell me that years ago?!?” Perhaps you’ve asked that question at least 542 times along your ADHD journey. IYKYK Sarah Snyder and I met a while back and immediately hit it off in chatting about the nitty gritty of ADHD - all those lesser known symptoms, connections, and themes around ADHD. You know, all the things about your ADHD you wish someone had told you years ago. I first joined her on her podcast, Adulting with ADHD, a few years back to talk about pregnancy and ADHD . Wi...
Jun 22, 2023•24 min
What does your “It Mom” Era look like? What do you believe in your It Mom era? How do you carry yourself? How do you trust yourself? Meet Sloan Echavarria, also known as Sloan the Beast. As a modern entrepreneur, Latina Video creator, and Mom of 4, Sloan helps busy mom CEOs create their unique work/life balance as they curate a life they are obsessed with- without compromises! She is unapologetically herself, and I’m so proud to call her my friend. We’ve been podcast buddies for the last 2 years...
Jun 15, 2023•48 min
What does your ADHD look like? Does it look like impulsiveness, hyperactivity and the irresistible urge to fidget – the signs we constantly hear about in men and boys? Or does it look more like forgetting to put on deodorant or brush your teeth, trouble keeping track of all your kid’s appointments, absent-mindedly twirling your hair, or excessive talking when you get excited? (If you’ve ever gotten “talks too much” on your report card as a kid, you know what I mean!) ADHD can look different in w...
Jun 08, 2023•43 min
Avoid religion and politics! While that’s usually great advice, today I’m not following it. Many mamas have asked me to do this episode for at least a year and I didn’t feel qualified. So I did what any good ADHD-er does, and procrastinated on this episode, ha! Until my conversation with Laura Matteson on Episode 183...I knew it was time. My faith is a big part of who I am, why I started this podcast, and how I make my choices. So I’m sharing my story: my childhood and my past, my self-loathing ...
Jun 01, 2023•32 min
Goldfish crackers are not lunch. Are you only giving yourself the bare minimum leftovers of everything: scraps of time, energy and money? Today, we're talking about something that most moms can relate to: mom guilt. We’ll give up anything and everything in order for our kids to have more. We want to feel strong, confident, and happy as mothers, but sometimes the pressures of keeping up all.the.things. can feel overwhelming. You need breaks before you break. Why do you feel guilty? And how can yo...
May 25, 2023•25 min
Who’s in your support circle? Moms often put ourselves at the bottom of the list, including friendships and how we surround ourselves with support. Yet, you need support just as much as your children do. You need real-life connections. You deserve rest and down time. Cuz here’s the truth: we can’t regulate our own emotions when we’re burnt out, worn down, and feeling alone. And when we can’t regulate ourselves, guess who else isn’t regulated while hitching a ride on your struggle bus… yup, your ...
May 18, 2023•22 min
When were you diagnosed with ADHD? In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Dawn Kamilah Brown, “The MD with ADHD” joins us to share her advice on what to ask and disclose during your ADHD diagnosis appointment. She also explains what she wishes everyone knew about what’s next after leaving their ADHD diagnosis appointment. We cover the value of a full spectrum care plan: including your doctor, therapist, coaching, behavior management, medicine, ADHD-friendly strategies, and mental wellnes...
May 11, 2023•53 min
After your family trip is over, do you look more like Clark Griswald than the refreshed luminescent being you were hoping for? The trip was wonderful while you were there, but why is it SUCH a rocky ride with grumpy kids and a tired mom for an entire week afterwards? Transitions are difficult for ADHD, and coming back from a trip doesn’t have to be an uncomfortable emergency landing back into real life. Today I’m sharing my proactive plan for easing back into real life after a vacation. With a n...
May 04, 2023•29 min
When it’s time to leave on a trip, are you up at 2 AM stuffing random clothing in your suitcase because half of your clothes are still in the washer and you’re so delirious, you forget your underwear? That was me up until about a year ago. But this year’s spring break trip, I had everything packed and ready to go before 9 PM. Can you even picture it??? Today I’m sharing my system for packing for a vacation or trip that works for my ADHD brain. Plus I’ve put together my Kids’ ADHD-Friendly Vacati...
Apr 27, 2023•26 min
When it’s time to plan a trip, do you feel less like a blissful honeymooner and more like Tom Hanks in Castaway? And you haven’t even left yet… Look, you know you’ll love the vacation when you’re on it, but getting ready for a trip is mostly ADHD hell. Planning, organizing, packing, thinking forward in time, blech. And yet, you want to make great family memories that your kids look back on and reminisce, so what’s a mom to do? Today I’m sharing my system for planning a vacation or trip that work...
Apr 20, 2023•23 min•Season 185Ep. 185
Are you listening to this podcast at 1:30 AM while rage cleaning your kitchen? …when you “should” be sleeping? Ask me how I know. Sleep issues often go hand in hand with ADHD. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what’s working for me to fall asleep quickly and go to bed earlier. But it doesn’t include all that stuff you’ve heard a million times before and roll your eyes at. (I’m looking at you, “consistent bedtime.”) Sure, we know that’s all helpful stuff, but as moms, we have a different bar to mea...
Apr 14, 2023•34 min
“The only reason why someone might not like a visual checklist is if they don't understand what the task is. So that's where a demonstration might be needed. Or they feel like it's too hard, in which case you can break up that into even more mini tasks.” –Laura Matteson Notice how Laura takes the shame and responsibility off the learner when they are stuck. This is my kind of mama and teacher! Our guest today, fellow ADHD mom, Laura Matteson, shares with us how to use visual strategies to enrich...
Apr 06, 2023•50 min
What’s your most shameful secret you’re hiding in your closet of skeletons? Today I’m sharing one of mine: the way I had been treating my family. It was… not good. Correction, it was a poop show. This time last year, I was overwhelmed by life and I had lost my joy. I was secretly an angry mom who yelled every time I got frustrated. I was a closet doom spiral-er who was ready to fight at every comment from my husband. Because of it, lies like “you’re a terrible mother” and “my partner is always c...
Mar 31, 2023•36 min
Consistency is not a requirement for success, even though a lot of people will tell you otherwise. You are not them. You’re a mom with ADHD. You have tiny humans that are not predictable. You have hormones and a cyclical nature. Perhaps your gift is persistence. What can you do with that? A whole lot. Let’s talk about being successful with ADHD in ways that do NOT require consistency. Discover the step-by-step process that’ll take you from Hot Mess Express to Time Management Master. Join today b...
Mar 23, 2023•26 min
Ever follow a friend's advice only to realize that it was never gonna work for you? They meant well, but all you got was frustration and heartache. Who do you look to for guidance on your ADHD? When you want to learn how to swim, you choose a swim instructor who knows what it’s like to be in the water. Are you looking for someone on dry land to give you swim instructions? When you have ADHD, comparing yourself to anyone who doesn’t have ADHD is a surefire recipe for low self-esteem. And taking a...
Mar 16, 2023•22 min
It only took me 41 years, but I finally found a type of time that ADHD is not only compatible with, but excels at. What else are we great at? What are the strengths of ADHD? There’s a long list. AND you can feel like having ADHD makes your life really difficult at the same time. Both can be true. But is ADHD a superpower? Is it the thing that makes you amazing, superhuman, and destined for greatness? Or is ADHD as a superpower simply another toxic positivity trope designed to ignore the hardship...
Mar 09, 2023•25 min
When you don’t realize that you’re frustrated until after you’re yelling at your entire family… When you don’t notice you have to pee until it’s an emergency… When you don’t catch that you’ve been thirsty for hours… It’s embarrassing, frustrating, or both when you don’t feel like you’re in control of your own body. Struggling with your interoception is an everyday occurrence for people with ADHD. How can you strengthen your awareness and tune into your body’s cues so that you feel more sturdy, s...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min
When you live on the water, you need different things: Sturdier, waterproof supplies. Hurricane-proof windows. Lots of rope to tie down your things. Life at sea is rough on the merchandise. Are you prepared for the storms? Are you ready for the incoming tide? Or are you drowning while everyone around you asks why don’t you just write yourself a to-do list? It’s time to take lessons from a sea-worn sailor. Hop into my boat and let’s go for a ride! Find links to everything mentioned in this episod...
Feb 23, 2023•19 min
For a long time, body doubling made me want to cringe. I prided myself on being a self-starter. I didn’t need help. And I certainly didn’t want anyone watching me do stuff. Eep! Perfectionist alert! Was I totally wrong about body doubling? Could it be a way for ADHD brains to get more done? To feel accomplished? To stay motivated and finish tasks? Have I found a way to make this work for me or do I still recoil with heebie jeebies? Let’s discuss! Links mentioned in this episode: Overcomer ADHD T...
Feb 16, 2023•15 min
Having someone on your side who understands makes everything easier. Especially when you’re learning how to navigate parenting your neurodivergent child. As a child psychologist, Dr. Carrie Jackson coaches parents on how to work in harmony with their ADHD child. As someone who also has ADHD herself, she helps parents with novel strategies that fit with their own, as well as their child's neurodiverse brains. On today’s episode we talk about avoiding major meltdowns by learning your child’s patte...
Feb 09, 2023•43 min
I hate goal trackers. They are sticker charts for grownups. (I also despise sticker charts.) I’m not a New Year’s resolution person. I never stick with them. I’m annoyed by the New Year, New You messaging in January. Barf. I am, however, big into Growth. Goals. Being the best version of you. Goal setting is difficult for ADHD so I’m offering 3 questions to ask yourself as you wrap up the year and look ahead to the new year. Let’s change it up and think about the new year in an ADHD-friendly way....
Dec 16, 2022•33 min
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 The Post-Holiday Hangover Cure for Disorganized Mamas Not sure what to put on y...
Dec 08, 2022•15 min
What’s the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan? While many kids with ADHD do well in school, a much greater percentage struggle to excel. The system is complicated and confusing. The first step is understanding what your options are. In public schools in the US, there are both 504 plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) to help students with disabilities struggle less. Today I’m inviting you into an ADHD coaching call with a mom who asked for help in understanding how to help her...
Dec 01, 2022•14 min
Thank you, sweet mama! In the US, it’s Thanksgiving today and I’m so thankful for you and this community. And to say thank you, I’m sharing my Black Friday specials today. You can grab them through Cyber Monday with the coupon codes on my website . If you’ve been thinking of joining me for a course, community, or coaching in 2023, this weekend is the best time to do it! You can join Successful Mama Meetups for a sweet deal, grab a gift certificate for 10%-15% off, or get a PatriciaPay bonus of 1...
Nov 24, 2022•9 min
When you have ADHD, you often know what you should do and why you should do it. And yet, you still don’t do it. Ugh. This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a mini-series on Goal Setting with ADHD. But I’m not talking about the usual advice about consistency and breaking it down into steps. You’ve heard all that before. We’re talking about how to make Goal Setting an ADHD-friendly process. Episodes 167 , 168 , and 169 discuss the key ingredients to ADHD-friendly goals. In the final segment of the ...
Nov 17, 2022•14 min
