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The ADHD MUMS Pod

Real talk from two ADHD mums in the thick of parenting, chaos, and clutter. Gen and Claire share honest highs and lows of neuro-divergent life. We are Mums, but you don"t have to be to listen!We share real, unfiltered stories about parenting, neurodivergence, and daily struggles like executive dysfunction, disorganisation, overstimulation, and Mum guilt. We also celebrate the wins—big or small—with honesty and laughter.We"re both AFAB and biological mums, but this space is for all parents, ADHDers,

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25:27

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Back to School Victories...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/09/05

We return to discuss the highs and lows of navigating life with ADHD while managing health challenges, medication adjustments, and back-to-school transitions. • Claire shares her realization that stopping ADHD medication during illness significantly impacted her cognitive function • We discuss the challenges of body awareness and pacing for neurodivergent people when unwell • Claire's health updates including upcoming surgery and attending a family gig despite physical limitations • Gen cele...

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22:35

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Crosswords, Hospital...

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2025/08/22

We're back again, with our Highs and Lows... • Claire's low: Being stuck at home while sick, dealing with hospitals and the mental health impact of isolation • The disconnect between feeling young inside while aging physically • Gym memberships and exercise intentions that never materialize – a classic ADHD pattern. • Claire's high: Support from loved ones, especially her son cooking meals and spending quality time • Gen's ongoing challenges of solo parenting and summer holiday managem...

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40:40

Medical Mayhem; The RE-Return of The ADHD MUMS!

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2025/08/20

We return after a sudden absence to explain our disappearance, sharing candid stories about our recent medical emergencies and hospital stays. • Claire spent over ten days in multiple hospitals dealing with a severe infection in her fallopian tubes • A hospital procedure gone wrong left Claire with a drain tube caught on her sciatic nerve, causing excruciating pain • After being discharged, Claire has spent weeks trying to coordinate care between two hospitals that won't take responsibility ...

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26:56

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Revision Cards, Wind-up...

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2025/06/27

We share our weekly highs and lows, exploring the emotional challenges of parenting teens and finding moments of connection amid chaos. • Claire's week dominated by helping her teenage son through exam stress, requiring her to relearn subjects from Latin to maths • The breakthrough moment when her son allowed physical comfort after almost a year of rejection • Claire reassuring her anxious teen that subject choices don't determine his entire future • Gen's anxiety spiral after reading about ...

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29:10

Fantasy vs. Reality: Creating an ADHD-Friendly Living...

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2025/06/23

We explore what their ideal ADHD-friendly homes would look like, from practical solutions to fantastical dreams, while repeatedly getting side-tracked, as per usual. • Low-maintenance outdoor spaces like yards with potted plants instead of gardens requiring constant upkeep • Automated home features like laundry chutes, robot vacuum cleaners, and smart home technology to reduce cognitive load • Meal prep strategies and the challenges of demand avoidance when it comes to pre-planned meals • Cr...

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23:52

ADHDers: Hunters and Gatherers Trying To Cope Vs....

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2025/06/16

We explore how ADHD brains might be better suited to hunter-gatherer societies than our modern capitalist world, questioning if our current social structures are fundamentally misaligned with neurodivergent minds. • The hunter-gatherer theory of ADHD suggests our brains evolved for different tasks than modern 9-to-5 work demands • Claire discusses how leaving her job allowed her to reconnect with her authentic self after being depleted by constant masking and exhaustion • Universal basic inc...

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37:35

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: ND Travel, Neanderthal...

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2025/06/13

We share our weekly highs and lows, exploring the challenges of neurodivergent travel and the joys of neighborhood connections. • Claire's low: the chaos of traveling as a neurodivergent couple, including last-minute passport expiration panic and disorganization with transort. • Claire's high: experiencing ancient Neanderthal cave art in Spain despite terrifying slippery stairs and language barriers. • Overcoming communication challenges in Spanish with Google translate and determination. • ...

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34:19

Beyond the Sting: Understanding RSD in our ADHD Brains

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2025/06/09

We explore Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), an intense emotional reaction to perceived rejection or criticism commonly experienced by people with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions. We share personal stories about how understanding RSD has helped us recognize when we're experiencing it and develop healthier responses to perceived rejection. • RSD causes intense emotional pain in response to perceived criticism or rejection • Fear of rejection can lead to avoiding social interaction...

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32:15

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: PMDD, Midnight Raves, &...

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2025/06/06

We dive deep into the rollercoaster of ADHD parenting, from school refusal crises to chaotic hospital visits, while also exploring how hormones and PMDD can devastate our mental health. • Gen shares her daughter's escalating school refusal that culminated in her unlocking school gates and running into traffic • Dealing with physical aggression and bites from children during meltdowns • The chaos of managing two children with different needs during a hospital emergency • Building a healthier ...

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30:26

Inside Our Minds: Chris Packham's Journey into...

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2025/06/02

Claire and Gen discuss Chris Packham's BBC documentary "Inside Our ADHD Minds," sharing how it portrays the lived experience of ADHD through the stories of two individuals with the condition. • Documentary follows Henry (diagnosed as a child) and Jo (diagnosed late in life) as they create films to help their loved ones understand ADHD • Henry's film portrayed ADHD as a character bombarding him with distractions, using ball pit balls as metaphors for competing thoughts • Jo's late diagnosis l...

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38:13

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Sofas, Timers, and...

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2025/05/30

Another dose of our weekly highs and lows, diving into the physical and emotional toll of health struggles, bureaucratic nightmares, and finding unexpected parenting wins. • Claire discusses her weight loss journey and the exhaustion from medical treatments affecting her productivity and mental health • Physical health limitations create additional challenges when managing daily tasks and household responsibilities • Gen shares a series of bizarre administrative errors where she's "dis...

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33:22

VOICENOTES FROM THE EDGE: Is ADHD Diagnosis Worth the...

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2025/05/26

We introduce our new feature "Voice Notes from the Edge" where listeners can send us voice messages with questions, stories, or ADHD hacks that we'll respond to on the podcast. • Our first message comes from a listener who's had her ADHD referral lost in the healthcare system • She asks whether pursuing diagnosis is worth the uphill battle after experiencing system failures • We discuss how common it is for paperwork to get lost due to underfunded, overstretched healthcare systems • When you...

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37:08

HIGHS AND LOWS (Pt. 2): Beyond Silence: Facing the...

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2025/05/23

Claire's recent recurrent nightmares and a podcast reccomendation have made her want to finally share her deeply personal journey of escaping an abusive relationship decades ago. We talk around the unique vulnerabilities ADHD women face in toxic partnerships. • ADHD traits can make individuals more susceptible to manipulation and gaslighting • Early warning signs of abuse include controlling behavior, isolation from friends and family, and financial control • Abusive relationships ofte...

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22:19

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK (Pt.1): Anxiety, Acrylics...

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2025/05/23

ADHD diagnosis brings initial relief until the harsh reality sets in – it helps you understand yourself better but doesn't make the struggles disappear. The journey continues with extreme highs and lows, requiring ongoing effort and coping strategies. • Gen shares that recognizing anxiety as an "unwelcome visitor" rather than part of her identity represents significant growth • When physical symptoms of anxiety include heightened awareness of your heart and lungs and racing thought patterns&...

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22:45

Packing Up The Guilt: Claire's House Move as an ADHD Mum

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/05/19

We discuss the emotional journey of moving house as a Mum with ADHD, from being stuck in overwhelming clutter to successfully downsizing by 75% into a more functional living space. Frickin WOOOO-HOOOOOOO! YES Claire!!! • Setting the ambitious goal to eliminate 75% of possessions despite sentimental attachments and hoarding tendencies • Discovering the surprising ease with which her teenage son adapted to minimalism after years of collecting • Processing the emotional grief of letting g...

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25:14

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Boycotts, Bruises, and...

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2025/05/16

This week we explore the balance between global activism and personal challenges, sharing how we navigate feelings of helplessness about world events while managing the daily chaos of ADHD parenthood. • Claire discusses her journey from feeling helpless about the situation in Palestine to taking action by connecting with local activists • The importance of boycotting certain products as a tangible way to make a difference • How Claire's recent job change after 17 years created both anxiety a...

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40:26

"Overwhelmed Mum Syndrome" With ADHD

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2025/05/12

Household management presents unique challenges for mothers with ADHD, from the constant distractions to the repetitive, unrewarding nature of daily tasks. We explore "Overwhelmed Mum Syndrome" and share practical solutions for making our homes more ADHD-friendly. • Household tasks are particularly difficult for ADHD brains due to lack of structure, constant interruptions, and minimal dopamine rewards • The gendered division of labour places most household management on women, contributing t...

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35:08

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Platonic Dating, Medical...

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2025/05/09

We share our experiences with dating fatigue, disability discrimination, and finding joy in neuro-divergent spaces while navigating life with ADHD. • Gen admits reaching dating fatigue and Claire points out how Gen's standards have risen as she's learned more about herself • Dating with ADHD presents unique challenges including time management and intense connections • Gen celebrates her current joy in "platonic dating" - developing meaningful friendships from dating connections without roma...

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27:29

HIGHS AND LOWS OF THE WEEK: Goth Getaways and...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/05/05

We discuss the highs and lows of our weeks, ft: • Claire's escalating dismay at a furniture company over delayed sofas and turning confrontation into a win • Finding satisfaction in home organization that creates space for creative projects • Dealing with a child's escalating school refusal and the emotional complexity as an ADHD parent who relates • The joy of a weekend getaway for Gen with her band at Whitby Goth Festival • Learning to celebrate small victories and turn potential lows into ...

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40:12

Surviving Chaos: Return Of The ADHD Mums!

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2025/05/02

We're back after an unexpected 18-month break, and what a whirlwind it's been! Life with ADHD never slows down, and we've both experienced some big changes that have reshaped our day to day completely. Gen's journey has taken her from co-parenting related job loss to university studies, from a relationship ending to dating adventures, and most significantly, through transformative EMDR therapy that's revolutionized her self-perception. Meanwhile, Claire's path has been dominated by he...

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