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The ADHD MUMS Pod

ADHD MUMS

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, curious minds, and —even your pets. Everyone’s welcome.

We do swear though, so you probably need headphones if there's kids around!

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S3 · E3
January 23 · 15 min
HIGHS & LOWS OF THE WEEK: Sleeplessness, Studies, & Setting Boundaries
Two ADHD mums trade real highs and lows: the joy of studying from bed during recovery, the frustration of losing access to melatonin in the UK, and the courage to set new boundaries around oversharing. We share a plan to move personal stories to a pay-what-you-can Patreon while keeping info-rich episodes public. • UK melatonin access tightening and workarounds • Comparing sedative sleep meds with melatonin and white noise • Returning to a counseling course from bed for stimulation • ADHD, TMI, and setting safer sharing boundaries • Moving personal highs and lows to Patreon • Pay-what-you-can for first hundred supporters • Info sheets and references as Patreon perks • EHCP assessment progress for a child • Invitation for listener voice notes and questions “Don’t forget you can call us and share your stuff on the phone number that we don’t have on us right this minute. I’ll add that in at the end, a little sting.” Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S3 · E2
January 16 · 25 min
January Without Shame: Rethinking Resolutions For ADHD Mums
We unpack why “new year, new me” backfires for ADHD mums and offer kinder, habit-based alternatives that fit real life. From dopamine needs to the mother load, we trade all-or-nothing pressure for tiny steps, seasonal timing, and better support. • Why January feels heavy after holiday overload • How ADHD motivation differs from willpower myths • Why vague goals trigger shame and stall action • Habit stacking for small, immediate wins • Five minutes instead of every day framing • Measuring progress without perfection • Using seasons and rest as strategy • Asking for support and building your village • References: Barkley, Fogg, Atomic Habits, habit formation research • Community, gratitude, and our season three update If you're enjoying it, if you've listened to this one episode and got anything out of it, or if you're a regular listener, even more so, please take the moment to give us a little review, a little star rating and a little good review on whatever platform you're listening on Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S3 · E1
January 8 · 26 min
HNY BBZ! Neurodivergent New Year!
We share a birthday, a Christmas Eve hospital discharge, and the joy of eating salad again while mapping a year of change with tarot, grief work, and ADHD-friendly tools. Caregiving, body doubling, small money wins, and gentle plans build a steadier start to 2026. • early discharge from hospital and fear mixed with relief • Christmas recovery in bed with practical support • food freedom after surgery and 30 plants a week • tarot as a reflective framework for planning • grief around family change and safe ways to cry • pausing ADHD meds during rest and rebuilding capacity • packing paralysis, body doubling, and micro-tasks • selling vintage items for cash flow and momentum • realistic plans for the pod while recovering We’ll get back on it, guys. We’ll have a little schedule. It might be a bit under what we would normally do because of Claire's condition, but soon she’ll "be weller than anyone’s ever known me." Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 23, 2025 · 22 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Clutter, Creatures, Chaos!
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 • holiday prep, illness wobble, and gratitude • strange Christmas memories and sign‑off mantra Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 21, 2025 · 20 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Christmas Highs & Lows Of Our Lives
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 comments and comparisons • gratitude for extended family who host and hold • co‑parenting that adds care, not conflict • simple rituals for neurodivergent‑friendly holidays • boundaries for conversation, media, and energy Raise a fist and say it with us. Sisters in chaos. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 20, 2025 · 3 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Hope, Hospitals, And Holding On Through The Holidays
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 recording • gratitude to listeners and encouragement for supportive messages Merry Christmas to all and to all. A good night. Good morning. Bye. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S2 · E59
Dec 19, 2025 · 3 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Batman Smells, The Elf Does Too
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, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 18, 2025 · 5 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Thoughtful Gifts At The Eleventh Hour
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 presentation hacks with frames, ribbon and notes • Classic chocolate boxes as reliable, shareable gifts • Mindset shift from panic to intentional care Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S2 · E58
Dec 17, 2025 · 17 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: An Early Christmas Pre-Op Catch-up with Claire
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 friends and DnD • short hair, no nails, CPAP and bag strategy • library calm and free audiobooks via Libby • fatigue, takeaway, and a film that soothed • hope for mobility, dancing, and travel ahead • gratitude for 10,000 podcast downloads Sisters in Chaos. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S2 · E57
Dec 16, 2025 · 19 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: A Milestone In Parenting And Self-Compassion
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 • using early arrivals and craft stations to reduce overstimulation • kids thriving at a community party after past struggles • cinema magic, shared laughter, and multigenerational bonding • charity-led celebration and thoughtful support for families • decompression rituals with films, baths, and quiet talks • school refusal after big weekends and responsive parenting • ADHD energy swings, boundaries, and cancelling with honesty Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S2 · E56
Dec 15, 2025 · 13 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Peace Over Pinterest - Burnout-Free Festive Home Prep
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-hour sessions • kitchen overload fixes, outdoor drink bins, freezer space strategy • brain dumps for mental clarity, short focused efforts • sell or donate clutter, quick cash flips on clothes and books • dump baskets, never leave a room empty-handed, spot clean • lamps and candles for calm, paper plates to save time • delegate to kids with fun roles and titles Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 13, 2025 · 17 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: What ND Kids Need Most At Christmas
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 • using scripts to brief hosts on needs • handling “fairness” when meals look different • packing lunches, early brunch and flexible calories • creating quiet corners and exit plans • using visual schedules and social stories • accepting unpredictability while offering anchors Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 12, 2025 · 13 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Managing Holiday Sensory Overload With ADHD Families
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 regulation tools • navigating family judgment with short, confident scripts • using low-profile ear filters versus big headphones • managing heavy smells, heat, and the need for fresh air • turning chores into strategic timeouts that hosts appreciate Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 11, 2025 · 15 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Last-Minute Christmas Post Survival
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 • normalizing missed dates with family agreements • direct-to-door retailers and card reminders as access tools • digital gifts and subscriptions as same-day solutions • click-and-collect, local delivery, and maker drop-offs • reframing lateness as extending joy into January Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 10, 2025 · 22 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR; Redefining Holiday Gifting When Money, Kids, And Capitalism Collide
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 and reverse image search • making handmade gifts and photo frames • finding themed jumpers secondhand • saying no to secret santas and costly socials • balancing anti-consumerist values with real-world needs Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 9, 2025 · 20 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR! Letting Go Of Guilt Makes A Better Xmas
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 and alternating traditions • planning a separate “fake Christmas” that feels real • coping with the day without your kids • clear communication about kids’ dynamics with friends • reframing the run-up anxiety versus the actual day Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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S2 · E51
Dec 8, 2025 · 19 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Rethinking Santa, Elf On The Shelf, And The Pressure Of Traditions
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 • rejecting naughty–nice scoring to reduce anxiety • picking two or three traditions you truly enjoy • resisting Instagram pressure and embracing good enough • simple swaps for neurodivergent and solo-parent households • teaching kids to gift each other with intention Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 7, 2025 · 24 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: What If The Best Tradition Is No Tradition At All
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 cheese boards and shared snacks • games for low-pressure family time • building chosen-family Boxing Day gatherings • permission to reinvent or go untraditional Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 6, 2025 · 10 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Surviving School Holidays With Co-Parenting And Care Gaps
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 and betwixtness • boundary scripts for multiple family invites • playdate swaps and low‑prep home activities • managing high‑energy kids alongside parent capacity Raise a fist and say it with us. HO HO HOOOO! Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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Dec 5, 2025 · 15 min
ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR! ADHD Gift Lists Without Meltdowns
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 budget smoothing • clutter-aware gifting and minimalism • one-theme shopping for less decision load • using retailer deals for colleagues and family • setting price caps and managing expectations • family story of the lost green suede jacket Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx
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