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ADHD Families Podcast

ADHD Families Podcast helps parents raising children with ADHD create a calmer, more functional family life — without burnout or chaos. Hosted by Sharon, a PCC credentialed ADHD Coach, Parenting Expert, and mum of three boys with ADHD, this podcast delivers practical strategies for parenting kids with ADHD, supporting executive function development, reducing overwhelm, and building systems that work with the ADHD brain. If you’re a parent navigating: - ADHD meltdowns and emotional

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Episode 69: Surviving School Holidays for ADHD Families

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2026/01/06

What if school holidays didn’t have to end in burnout, meltdowns, and guilt?In this practical and reassuring episode of the ADHD Families Podcast, Sharon — ADHD family coach and founder of The Functional Family — shares a realistic framework for surviving school holidays without burning yourself out. Rather than aiming to thrive, Sharon reframes school holidays as a structural shift, not a break. She walks parents through six supportive strategies that prioritise the adult nervous system,

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Episode 68: What I have loved, learnt and let go of...

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2025/12/30

What if your biggest breakthroughs came from reflecting on what didn’t work? In this vulnerable year-in-review episode of the ADHD Families Podcast, Sharon, ADHD family coach and founder of The Functional Family, shares her honest reflections on 2025 — both in business and personal life.From ADHD coaching credentials and client wins to burnout, boundaries, health challenges, and hard financial lessons, Sharon breaks down what she loved, what she learned, and what she’s letting go of as she

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Episode 67: Helping Your Child with the 3Ds & ADHD...

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2025/11/10

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Michael Shanahan, founder of Dyscastia, about:✅ The real challenges behind reading, writing, and maths struggles (it’s not laziness!) ✅ How to support kids when school feels impossible ✅ What myths about learning difficulties we need to throw away—now ✅ Why parents don’t need to “know it all” immediately (and where to find expert help) ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:02:04 – Introducing Michael Shanahan’s background and expertise00:03:25 – Michael explains

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Episode 66: From Rock Bottom to Records with Jack...

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2025/11/02

ADHD, Addiction, and Turning Pain Into Purpose — with Jack ThompsonIn this episode, Sharonsits down with ultra-endurance cyclist Jack Thompson, who shares his powerful story of ADHD, addiction, recovery, and purpose. Jack’s journey offers a raw look at what happens when ADHD goes misunderstood — and how deep self-understanding and compassion can rebuild a life. Together, they unpackJack's story and uncover Jack's parent's important actions that we all need toknow about when things get

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Episode 65: How to tell your child they have ADHD

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2025/10/10

How do you tell your child they have ADHD without making it feel scary, overwhelming or negative? In this episode, Sharon, ADHD coach and parent mentor, walks you through exactly how to approach this sensitive conversation with warmth and confidence. You’ll learn how to turn a diagnosis into empowerment — and how to nurture your child’s self-understanding from the start.If your child has recently been diagnosed, Sharon’s free workshop “3 Steps to an Easier Family Life with ADHD” will help

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Episode 64: Understanding Sensory Profiles in...

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2025/07/22

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Rebecca Torpie, founder of Sensory Smart Kids, about:✅ What sensory profilesactuallymean for children with ADHD ✅ The difference between sensory seeking and sensory avoiding (and why your child might flip between the two) ✅ How to spot common sensory challenges—and what to do about them ✅ The truth about all those sensory tools (where to invest, what to skip) ✅ Real-life strategies to make home life calmer, happier, and less…well, sticky! ⏰

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Episode 63: Interesting Things To Outsource For Busy...

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2025/07/10

Ever feel like you need to clone yourself just to get through the week? Trust me, you’re not alone! If your to-do list is longer than your arm and you’re running on coffee and hope, I’ve got something that will make you feel seen (and maybe even make you laugh).In this episode, I spill all my best-kept secrets for buying back your time, reducing stress, and creating a home that actually works for your beautiful, busy family. From clever outsourcing hacks (think: veggie-chopping superheroes

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Episode 62: Surviving Burnout & Perfectionism in ADHD...

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2025/06/23

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Jane McFadden, founder of ADHD Mum Podcast, about:✅Why so many ADHD mums fall into the “all or nothing” trap, and how perfectionism can turn even simple tasks into overwhelming mountains ✅The double-edged sword of to-do lists for neurodivergent mums, and how to create systems that work for you (not against you) ✅The importance of recognising different types of burnout and why neurodivergent people often burn out harder and more often ✅Energy

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Episode 61: 3 Game-Changing Skills Every Parent of...

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2025/06/08

Are you constantly walking on eggshells around your child with ADHD? Feeling like you’re failing as a parent or just plain exhausted from the daily battles? You’re not alone—and there’s hope! In this episode, Sharon Collon shares the three simple but powerful skills that can transform your family dynamic and help you move from reactive to responsive parenting.Sharon, award-winning ADHD coach and founder of The Functional Family, introduces her signature CRC method—Curious, Regulated, and

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Episode 60: Weight Loss and ADHD with Dr Mary Barson

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2025/05/29

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Dr Mary Barson, founder of Real Life Medicine, about:✅ Real-life strategies for ADHD & weight management ✅ The truth about dopamine, eating, and shame ✅ Family-friendly, flexible health solutions ✅ Why traditional diets don’t work for ADHD ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 Struggling with Weight and Transformation 05:06 ADHD's Impact on Dieting Struggles 07:08 ADHD, Food Cravings, and Eating Habits 11:48 High-Protein Meal Prep Ideas 17:20 "Shame and

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Episode 59: Regulation Strategies for Stressed-Out...

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2025/05/20

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Sam Taylor, founder of Go Beyond Therapy, about:✅ Why parents are more burnt out than ever (and what to do about it) ✅ The “bucket” analogy that makes sense of your overwhelm ✅ Tiny, doable self-care moments that actually work ✅ How to spot the warning signs before you hit meltdown mode ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 Parental Emotional Regulation Challenges 04:49 Practical Self-Care for Parents 07:49 Managing Emotional Overflow in Parents 11:55 Parental

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Episode 58: When ADHD Meets OCD: What Parents Need to...

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2025/05/09

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviewsNatalia Aiza about:✅The real differences between OCD and anxiety (and why it matters) ✅Surprising signs of OCD in kids with ADHD ✅Common myths that hold families back from getting help ✅Practical ways to support your child at home and school ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 Managing ADHD and OCD Anxieties 05:40 "OCD vs. Anxiety: Key Differences" 09:06 ADHD, OCD, & Time Management 10:20 OCD's Rule of Threes 15:29 Nighttime Routines and Child OCD 18:44

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Episode 57: Real Strategies for ADHD in the Classroom

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2025/04/22

👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviewsDominique Jonesabout:✅Strategies to help teachers implement accommodations, support, understanding, and connection for students with ADHD.✅How parents can advocate for their children.✅How teachers can work together and connect with children with ADHD.⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 Finding My Path Beyond School 04:48 From Principal to Author Journey 09:28 Addressing Teacher Overwhelm 12:11 Understanding and Supporting Student Behaviour 15:26 Addressing

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Episode 56: Secrets to Managing Challenging...

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2025/04/11

Secrets to Managing Challenging Behaviors👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviewsDave Jereb about:✅How to shift from managing behavior to fostering development✅The three key areas to tweak for impactful change: child, activity, and environment✅Why connection is the cornerstone of success in parenting and teaching ⏰ Timestamps ⏰00:00 OT Support for Kids' Daily Roles04:45 Enhancing Adaptability and Engagement06:34 "Stability: The Key to Mobility"12:27 Visual Aids Benefit ADHD

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Episode 55: ADHD Habit Hack with Monique Suidgeest

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2025/03/27

ADHD Habit Hacks: How to Support Your Child's to Thrive👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Monique Suidgeest about:✅ Creating lifelong habits that help ADHD brains thrive✅ Simple strategies for parents to support their children's executive function✅ How to implement the habit loop for ADHD success✅ Practical ways to overcome limiting beliefs about habit formation ⚠️ Special Offer: Get Monique's ADHD Habit Tracker FREE with code "TFF" at ADHDhabits.com - Access Here ⏰ Timestamps

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Ep 54 - Kindness in Action: Tony and Cassi's Journey...

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2025/02/24

This podcast episode is perhaps the most important one I have ever been a part of.**I want to warn you now that it has atrigger warning.I also cry the whole way through it. It isn't an easy topic to tackle but it is an important one. In this heartfelt episode, Tony and Cassi open up about the journey of creatingAnthony's Wayin memory of their beloved son, Anthony. Tragically lost at eighteen due to an impulsive act, Anthony's legacy lives on through this nonprofit dedicated toempowering

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Ep - 53 - Navigating teens, ADHD and connection with...

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2025/01/31

The teenage years are a tricky one for us parents to navigate. Often the lines become a bit blurred between what is ADHD and what is teenage boundary pushing behaviour. I get a lot of questions about teens and parents are crying out for support! Sometimes we feel like we are in a no-win situation, and failing all the time! Today’s episode is a treasure trove for anyone raising teenagers, especially those with ADHD.Our special guest is Maggie Dent, affectionately known as the "queen of

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Ep 52 - ADHD Family Wrap-Up: Your Wins and Lessons...

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2024/12/25

Today, we're diving into a special end-of-the-year wrap-up episode designed to help you reflect on 2024 and set meaningful targets for 2025. If you often reach the end of the year feeling busy and burnt out, this episode is for you. We'll explore the importance of documenting your achievements, transitioning from a reactive to a proactive mindset, and setting intentional goals aligned with your values.Join me as we break down highlights and lowlights of the past year, identify areas of

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Ep 51 - Effective Parent-Teacher Collaboration for...

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2024/12/10

In today's episode, we are thrilled to have Sue Larkey, an esteemed "pracademic," joining us to share her wealth of knowledge, combining practical experience and academic research. Sue and our host, Sharon Collon, dive deep into effective strategies for engaging children with ADHD and autism, emphasising the power of humour, and personalised communication techniques.Sue traces her inspiration back to a challenging classroom experience, highlighting the lack of adequate resources and

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Ep 50 - Navigating Online Safety for Kids with ADHD

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2024/11/27

Today we're diving into the critical topic of online safety for children, especially those with ADHD. Joining us is the remarkable Kristi McVee, an ex-detective and expert in child abuse prevention, who brings a wealth of experience to our discussion.In this episode, Kristi shares her valuable knowledge on empowering children to balance their online interactions with safety and setting healthy boundaries. We'll explore the unique vulnerabilities children with ADHD face online, the risks of

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