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

Ever wonder why so many women with ADHD end up in relationships that drain them? You're not alone -- and it's not a coincidence. After hosting another magical ADHD moms' retreat, I couldn't shake the conversations we had around partners -- some amazing, others... deeply painful. In this episode, I'm sharing the patterns I've seen over and over: women with ADHD stuck in emotionally abusive relationships, often with narcissistic partners. And honestly, it makes me furious. We're digging into why this happens, how low self-esteem and a lifetime of gaslighting make us vulnerable, and how abusers prey on our empathy and longing for stability. I'm not a narcissism expert (yet), but I've got a stack of library books and a brain buzzing with questions. If you've ever doubted your gut or felt like your relationship was slowly chipping away at your sense of self, this one's for you. Plus, I give a life and book update, talk about the whirlwind of writing with ADHD, and how I'm navigating deadlines, stomach flu, identity theft, and everything in between. Want to be part of the book's beta reading team? Sign up at patriciasung.com/book Add your name to the 2026 Retreat Waitlist: https://www.patriciasung.com/retreat-waitlist Feeling overwhelmed? Grab my free reset video at patriciasung.com/calm Big hugs, Successful Mama. You're not crazy – and you're not alone either. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-278-adhd-women-and-narcissists Looking for support on how to treat your ADHD beyond medicine? Grab my free list of strategies and ADHD treatments at patriciasung.com/beyond-meds

Do you ever second guess every decision until you freeze? Same here for the first few years I ran my business. In this episode, I answer Jacki Hayes' question from her podcast, Here's What I've Learned: How have you evolved as a business owner over the years? The funny thing is, my response wasn't really a "business" answer. My hard won wisdom fits most situations when ADHD folks are trying something new. Or just trying to live. Chasing a goal, no matter the size or complexity, requires a lot of the same foundational skills. I bet you'll find at least one nugget helpful, no matter if you're starting a new business, going back to school, or organizing your hall closet. Today I'm sharing how I build my confidence when imposter syndrome is high; how I collect real data to make better and faster decisions, and how I use simplicity to make it doable, especially by matching my energy levels. When I protect capacity and use my energy management skills, I show up better for both my family and my work. If you want practical support for your brain, grab my free guide on How to Manage ADHD Beyond Medication at patriciasung.com/beyond-meds. And if you want to hear how other owners answered Jacki's question, check out her podcast, Here's What I've Learned. You do not need "The Perfect Plan" to begin. Take one small step, see what happens, then adjust. Yes, I'm still writing the first book for Moms with ADHD, publishing February 2027. Keep up to date on all things book writing and/or join the beta reader team here: patriciasung.com/book. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-277-build-confidence-by-failing-faster-advice-for-new-entrepreneurs-or-achieving-goals.

Are you running late before you even start getting ready? That's time blindness at work, mama. And wow, does it make everyday life harder! In this episode, I'm sharing the real talk from conversations with two different coaching clients this week about how ADHD brains process time—and why "it's time to go" means something totally different for us than it does for people who are naturally on time. Walking out the door isn't one task; it's a whole project. From shoes and water bottles to wrangling kids and finding the missing lunchbox, no wonder we're always scrambling. Here's the shift: it's not about fixing yourself or forcing your brain to work like everyone else's. It's about figuring out how your ADHD brain actually works and using that knowledge as the key to the puzzle. Once you see the pattern, you can set up systems that work with your brain, not against it. I'll walk you through how to break down "leaving the house" into actual steps, estimate how long it really takes, and give yourself the buffer time you need. This isn't about rushing or becoming a morning person – it's about giving yourself space to breathe and creating a rhythm that makes sense for you. Want a simple way to stop living in reactive "emergency mode"? Download my free Secrets for Overcoming Time Blindness at patriciasung.com/monthahead. In just 15 minutes, you can make major headway on avoiding crises, and feel like you've got your life together. You're carrying a lot, and you're doing better than you think. Let's make space for mornings that feel calmer and less like a fire drill. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-276-real-reason-you-are-running-late-adhd Links mentioned in this episode: I'm still trucking along, writing the first book for Moms with ADHD, publishing February 2027. Keep up to date on all things book writing and/or join the beta reader team here: patriciasung.com/book.

Meet my friend Crystal Haitsma, host of the Parenting Coach Podcast. In this episode, Crystal and I dive into an honest conversation about balancing motherhood, parenting, and constant to-do lists with a neurodiverse brain. Crystal, The Parenting Coach, is a Certified Life Coach and Canadian homeschooling mama who just got back from travelling the world with her family of 6. She combines her background in Psychology with helpful coaching tools, to help moms and couples with shame-free, connection-based parenting (aka ditching the 1980s parenting style, and adding in a hefty dose of connection and presence).  She hosts The Parenting Coach Podcast where she shares helpful parenting tools and support each week. Be sure to subscribe to the Parenting Coach Podcast!  Crystal's website. Crystal's instagram. Find our episode details here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s09-09-adhd-in-motherhood-with-patricia-sung/id1555361139?i=1000672013755 Welcome to the Best Of Friends Series, where you are meeting a few of my friends in the podcast community. While I'm writing the first book for Moms with ADHD, coming February 2027, I'm sharing interviews that I have done on friends' podcasts. Not only do you get a new episode, I hope that you'll find a few shows to add to your podcast queue. Keep up to date on all things book writing and/or join the beta reader team here: patriciasung.com/book. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-275-adhd-in-motherhood-with-parenting-coach-crystal-haitsma. If you're wondering whether you have ADHD and want to better understand the signs, grab my free ADHD Symptoms in Women Checklist here: patriciasung.com/adhd-symptoms.

Have you ever wondered if you're doing enough to support your ADHD child? Or maybe you've questioned if what you're trying is even working. You're not the only one. When I saw that last year's most downloaded episode was about supporting your ADHD child, I knew I wanted to share this conversation from 2022 with you! In this episode, I'm sharing a Q&A session from when I was a guest expert in the Mothers Together community, for parents of neurodivergent children. The moms in Megan's community share vulnerable and raw struggles that I know you'll relate to. We dive into some of the most common struggles moms face when raising ADHD kids: school challenges, emotional regulation, should your child try medication (especially when you're worried about them not gaining weight), and that exhausting cycle of wondering, "Am I messing this up?" You'll hear encouragement, practical strategies, and lots of validation from a real conversation with moms who get it. Because sometimes the most powerful thing isn't a new parenting hack – it's gaining a new perspective or realizing you're not alone and you don't have to figure it all out by yourself. Check out Megan's podcast and online community here: https://www.ontheharddays.com/ If you're wondering whether you have ADHD and want to better understand the signs, grab my free ADHD Symptoms in Women Checklist here: patriciasung.com/adhd-symptoms. This episode is a little peek into the kind of support I love to provide as an ADHD educator. I hope it gives you a fresh perspective and a sense of relief that you're doing better than you think. Yes, I'm still writing the first book for Moms with ADHD, publishing February 2027. Keep up to date on all things book writing and/or join the beta reader team here: patriciasung.com/book Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-274-how-to-support-your-adhd-child-mothers-together-questions-with-megan-champion TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO GET YOUR RETREAT TICKET!  Ready to get away? Our annual ADHD Moms Weekend Retreat is coming up October 10-12, 2025 in Houston, Texas! You're officially invited :) "Gift yourself the opportunity to meet like-minded people (literally), make instant friendships, and the space to finally be yourself."  –ADHD Mama T.H. I'll take care of all the details - you simply show up and enjoy.  Because you deserve to take care of yourself too. Get your all-inclusive ticket TODAY: patriciasung.com/retreat