The ADHD MUMS Pod

• Why We Hide: Masking in Neurodivergent Motherhood

  We explore masking as ADHD mums—what it is, how it starts, and why it drains us—then share ways to unmask gently without losing safety. Stories from school, work, family, and the school gate show how expectations and stigma push women and kids to perform “fine” while struggling underneath.• Masking defined as hiding ND traits to appear neurotypical • Everyday masking examples in speech, routines and stillness • Gendered expectations and why women are diagnosed later • Burnout from school, work and social performance • Stigma, culture and safety as drivers for masking • Motherhood pressure and double masking at home and school • Kids who mask versus kids who don’t and after‑school releases • Family judgment, boundaries and modeling authenticity • Practical unmasking steps and micro‑experiments • Creative outlets, therapy and integrating the selfDon't forget to like, don't forget to leave a little review. Please don't forget, like send this across now to someone who would like to listen. Like, subscribe, share. Give us five stars.Support the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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• HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Therapy Training, Co‑Parenting Wins, And ND Meal Hacks

  We trade chaos for a mid week and explore why calm can feel weird when your brain expects spikes. Therapy training gets real, co‑parenting shifts bring ease, ND‑friendly routines help with food, and a freezer fiasco turns into a small, satisfying win.• naming highs and lows with a steadier baseline• therapy training strain and client exposure under observation• feedback culture, empathy management and de‑roling tactics• co‑parenting schedule change and smoother school runs• kids’ emotions balancing across households• sensory‑friendly swimming lessons and trust‑first teaching• food rollercoaster, weight meds and decision fatigue• meal kit structure for ND brains and portion tweaks• the freezer meltdown, repair and executive function lessonsDo that on your platforms, share it with someone who you think might enjoy it, WhatsApp it over to them, and if you haven’t like rated us, liked it, all that stuff, do itSupport the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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• VOICENOTES FROM THE EDGE: Parenting, Burnout, And The Blur Between ADHD And Everyday Overload

  We share a listener’s voice note about burnout, PDA-like reactions, and the messy overlap between ADHD traits and the weight of modern caregiving. We trade stories of lost tickets, spare keys, and the quiet power of community when life keeps moving.• neurotypical versus neurodivergent traits under stress• workplace overload colliding with home demands• PDA resonance and reacting to constant asks• executive function strain and memory slips• food, water, and sleep as cognitive fuel• loneliness, relocation, and finding companionship in podcasts• the care load of modern motherhood and systemic pressures• simple supports and boundaries that protect bandwidthPlease keep voice notes coming. The number is zero seven three zero eight four five zero. Oh zero oh three sevenSupport the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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• HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Folklorist Feminism, Euro Tours, and Calves That Go POP!

  We juggle a sleepover recording, a sudden calf tear, and a night of folklore feminism that turns into a debate on neurodiversity. Touring stories bring sensory overload, body image wobble, and new joy in a younger fanbase, all stitched together with gallows humor and care.• lost phone and charger spiral leading to injury• self-triage vs hospital anxiety and DVT worries• boots, crutches, accessibility and community swaps• folklore talk on women’s credit and representation• neurodiversity and masking in classic fairy tales• social pressure at Q&A and sensory overwhelm• mini-tour logistics without backstage refuge• alcohol-free stage nerves and body image• younger fans singing every word and fresh energy• practical support, pacing, and friendship careSupport the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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• Why Stress Hits ND Mums Hard And What Actually Helps

  We unpack why stress hits neurodivergent mums harder, how it shows up in daily life, and what actually helps when recovery takes longer. Science, lived experience, and small, realistic steps you can use right away.• defining stress as long-term fight or flight• the ADHD motherhood load and executive dysfunction• sensory overload, shutdown, and dissociation• research on maternal ADHD, self-efficacy, and stress• chronic stress impacts on health and empathy• practical tools: micro-rests and baselines• sensory-friendly routines and habit stacking• building support, delegating, and outsourcing• boundaries, good enough parenting, and scripts• when to seek therapy or speak to your GPSend us a voice note: 07308 450 037Support the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

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