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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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22:58

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Clutter, Creatures, Chaos!

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/23

We record from Claire's hospital bed and unpack a rat scare. From wellies and curtain rods to humane traps and boundaries, we find practical ways to cope when chaos shows up. • bedside check‑in and mood reset • scratching sounds and sensory detail • pumpkins, boxes, and the freeze response • improvised plan with wellies and a curtain rod • no rat found and what that means • humane traps, repellents, and ethics • clutter, ADHD, and hidden risks • spiders, boundaries, and tolerance at home • h...

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20:02

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Christmas Highs & Lows Of Our...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/21

Two ADHD mums trade stories of Christmas joy and discomfort, from lost presents and hangovers to noisy rooms, politics at the table, and the ache of watching global tragedy on a festive night. We land on boundaries, gentle traditions, and how divided families can multiply love. • navigating sensory overload and family noise • witnessing global grief while keeping local rituals • feeling displaced in a partner’s family home • calling out racism and unhelpful politics • handling body image com...

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3:09

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Hope, Hospitals, And Holding...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/20

Gen is here to share a clear update on Claire’s seven-hour surgery, her move from critical care to a ward, and what recovery looks like in real time. Between relief and fatigue, we will now be signing off for a few days, but we promise to keep you posted. • seven-hour surgery with two surgeons • move from critical care to a private ward room • pain, soreness, and gallows humour as coping • realistic outlook on the long recovery road • holiday schedule uncertainty and possible hospital record...

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3:12

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Batman Smells, The Elf Does Too

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/19

A chaotic little singalong with Gen's baby turns into an elf mischief saga with drains, trees, and a very smelly street. Gen's eldest shares the honest truth of forgetting, laughing it off, and letting kid logic guide the holiday fun. • kid‑led Jingle Bells remix • the elf’s wild journey through tree, drains, toilet Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, te...

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5:37

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Thoughtful Gifts At The...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/18

We race through last‑minute Christmas gifting without the panic: clear IOU experiences, smart re‑gifts that respect relationships, and sentimental wins like framed school photos or kids’ art. Short on time and money, we share fast, kind fixes that feel personal and real. • IOU vouchers for future experiences with clear details • Ethical re‑gifting of unused “smellies” and more • Framed school portraits for grandparents and elders • Kids’ artwork as a thoughtful, budget gift • Quick presentat...

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17:00

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: An Early Christmas Pre-Op...

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2025/12/17

Calire pulls Christmas forward before a long-awaited hospital stay, juggles a fibromyalgia flare with a medication mix-up, and finds calm in small rituals while packing for surgery. Between cosy chaos and quiet resolve, she sends a lil voicenote to Gen and our community of listeners. • early Christmas to make space for surgery • vegetarian dinner and teen gift rhythms • fibromyalgia flare and pacing lessons • accidental caffeine and paracetamol overload • altered Boxing Day plans with ...

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19:28

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: A Milestone In Parenting And...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/16

A voice-note from Gen this time, sharing how a jam-packed holiday weekend turned into a surprise win: the baby bossed her stage fright, friends were reunited, and a community party became a milestone for family confidence. The high is real, the crash is real, and she is trying her absolute best to accept the necessary aftermath rest without shame. • balancing joy and overwhelm during holiday plans • coaching a child through safe-scary moments • reconnecting with old friends and found family ...

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13:42

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Peace Over Pinterest -...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/15

We share a realistic plan to prep the house for Christmas without the panic spiral, from hiding gifts and zoning your decor to taming the kitchen and letting go of perfection. Along the way, we trade fast wins for neurodivergent brains, cash-in-your-clutter tips, and simple tricks that make hosting feel human. • hosting pressure, inherited expectations, good enough Christmas • staging boxes, pre-tagged gift bags, under-bed hiding spots • wrap as you go, zone-by-zone decorating, daily half-ho...

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17:31

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: What ND Kids Need Most At...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/13

We swap kitchen chaos for honest talk on how to support neurodivergent kids at Christmas, from safe foods to sensory plans and the art of advocating without shame. We share what to normalize, what to redirect, and how to keep trust at the center of family gatherings. • being a consistent ally in front of elders • normalising harmless differences without apology • redirecting when a child nears overwhelm • balancing masking, safety and belonging • planning for safe foods and buffet strategies...

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13:54

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Managing Holiday Sensory...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/12

We share honest ways to make festive gatherings easier for ADHD families, especially when sensory overload hits hard. From pre-cooking to quiet rooms, screens without shame, and clever “helpful” escapes, we trade pressure for peace without losing joy. • naming sensory overload triggers across lights, noise, and smells • shifting meal pressure with night-before cooking and flexible serving • setting up safe zones and signals for kids to decompress • normalizing screens and headphones as regul...

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15:14

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Last-Minute Christmas Post...

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2025/12/11

We map the real UK postal deadlines and then make a case for a calmer, kinder plan when posting isn’t workable. Between reminder systems, digital gifts, and local workarounds, we put connection ahead of a calendar date and reframe “late” as part of the joy. • second class, first class, tracked, and special delivery dates for UK post • express options for international parcels • reminder stacking with phone alerts and visual cues • opting out of postal gifting with clear expectations • normal...

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22:33

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR; Redefining Holiday Gifting...

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2025/12/10

We unpack why Christmas spending spirals with ADHD and how small shifts can prevent the January crash. From reframing kids’ lists to smarter timing, secondhand wins, and handmade gifts, we keep the magic without the debt or guilt. • reframing children’s lists as ideas to reduce pressure • sharing lists with relatives to spread costs • pacing purchases to match pay cycles • using Black Friday with a pre-made plan • applying a 24-hour pause to cut impulse buys • spotting scams with URL checks ...

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20:08

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR! Letting Go Of Guilt Makes A...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/09

Two ADHD mums and single parents reframe Christmas around connection, calm, and clear boundaries, not performance or perfection. We share real co-parenting wins, honest heartbreak, and practical tools for making a “fake Christmas” feel just as special. • prioritizing felt joy over performative holidays • simplifying meals with one-pot plans and lighter chores • resisting social media pressure and comparison • co-parenting options from shared mornings to firm boundaries • child-led schedules ...

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19:53

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Rethinking Santa, Elf On The...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/08

We dig into where holiday magic crosses into overwhelm, from Santa credit and Elf on the Shelf stress to the naughty-nice narrative that ramps up anxiety. We share practical ways to protect trust, lower the mental load, and choose traditions that actually feel good. • balancing gift equity between siblings and caregivers • who gets credit for presents and why it matters • handling direct questions about Santa without breaking trust • elf on the shelf: lighter alternatives and skip options • ...

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24:23

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: What If The Best Tradition Is...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/07

We trade inherited expectations for rituals that fit real ADHD lives, from calm Christmas Eve boxes to comfort films and low-lift cheese boards. We also explore chosen family, breaking old rules, and giving yourself permission to redesign or skip tradition without guilt. • choosing which traditions to keep and drop • ADHD-friendly stockings with practical, joyful fillers • simple Christmas Eve rituals that reduce overwhelm • comfort films as co-regulation and connection • food rituals like c...

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10:00

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Surviving School Holidays With...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/06

We map the real work of Christmas with school-age kids: booking leave in time, juggling co‑parenting calendars, and protecting the quiet “twixtmas” days that help everyone reset. We share simple tools and scripts to say no, plan rest, and find childcare gaps without guilt. • booking annual leave early in small teams • setting co‑parenting anchor dates and shared calendars • limited childcare and holiday clubs in winter • pressure to create constant festive experiences • scheduling PJ days an...

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15:46

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR! ADHD Gift Lists Without Meltdowns

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/05

We trade ADHD-friendly gifting tactics that work with real pay cycles, time limits, and social norms, from charity shop wins to last-minute experience gifts and subscriptions. We push back on stigma, simplify decisions with themes, and share a cautionary tale about hiding presents too well. • executive dysfunction and why plans fail • secondhand gifts vs social expectations • charity shop scanning and the Christmas box • late shopping strategies and digital experiences • subscriptions as bud...

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24:15

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: When Illness Hits Before...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/04

We face a December full of curveballs: a child with flu, a partner down, an upcoming operation, and a back injury that sent us to A&E. Plans shift, but connection holds as we rework Christmas with honesty, small systems, and a renewed respect for health. • adapting holiday plans when illness strikes • practical home systems that lower friction • reshaping Christmas around a hospital stay • accepting help and dropping guilt • acute pain, access to care and resilience • handwashing, first-...

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18:34

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR! How ADHD Parents Navigate...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/03

We lay out a simple survival plan for the school run-up to Christmas: what to prioritize, what to drop, and how to make the chaos lighter with ADHD brains and real budgets. From consent forms to costumes, we share practical systems, community tips, and kinder boundaries. • using screenshots and a calendar sweep to track dates • leaning on WhatsApp groups for pinned deadlines and swaps • choosing low-cost or secondhand jumpers and setting sensory-first rules • building minimum viable costumes...

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9:48

ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Christmas Plans, ADHD Brains,...

The ADHD MUMS Pod ·

2025/12/02

We unpack the push and pull of Christmas, from the ache of not having the kids to the relief of a slower day. Practical planning tips help us trade chaos for calm without losing the joy of a second “fake Christmas.” • choosing quiet or company when the kids are away • how to plan multiple family Christmases without burnout • visible fridge calendars and simple photo backups • scheduling online shopping, wrapping, and nights out • discreet calendar codes and low-effort colour systems • Sunday...

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