These are the moments between ADHD & motherhood
Parenting is hard but there are proven strategies that can reduce meltdowns and tantrums. First, let’s look at what’s the difference between a meltdown and tantrums? While both meltdowns and tantrums may look similar on the surface, they are caused by different underlying factors. Here are some functional differences: Meltdowns: Typically caused by sensory overload, […]
Motherhood can be difficult and yet amazing all at the same time. However, let’s be real, motherhood is mostly challenging and when a mother has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), it can often come with additional considerations and hurtles to address. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that looks at the difficulties someone has with attention, […]
Women with ADHD often wonder if their symptoms will get worse during and after pregnancy. Simple answer is maybe yes and maybe no! The Effects of Pregnancy on Women with ADHD Symptoms: How feelings of self-doubt or feeling not good enough may increase during the transition into motherhood. For women with ADHD, pregnancy can intensify […]
Are you worried about managing your ADHD while pregnant? Dear future ADHD momma, I know you are scared, overwhelmed, and feeling nervous about being pregnant. You are likely thinking the times growing up when you struggled and barely got by. Maybe you are picturing all the bruises along the way as you tried to figure […]
It’s not uncommon for women with ADHD to struggle with managing their symptoms during pregnancy and beyond. This is because ADHD is exacerbated by hormonal changes, stress and fatigue. However, here are 5 strategies you can use to support your wellbeing during your transition into motherhood. 1. Look to your past How tuning into three […]
