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Summary

In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, host Jessica Lewis welcomes Carol Siege, a certified professional coach and keynote speaker, to discuss practical strategies for managing school mornings with neurodiverse children. Carol shares her insights on using simplicity and systems to reduce chaos, emphasizing the importance of structure and routine. The conversation also touches on Carol's personal journey as a mother of four neurodiverse children, highlighting the role of acceptance, patience, and humor in parenting.

Keywords

ADHD, neurodiverse children, school mornings, parenting tips, simplicity, structure, routine, acceptance, patience, humor

Takeaways

• Use simplicity and systems to manage school mornings.
• Plan breakfast menus for the week to reduce chaos.
• Involve children in choosing their breakfast schedule.
• Acceptance is key in parenting neurodiverse children.
• Patience is essential; repetition helps children learn.
• Humor can ease the challenges of parenting.
• Structure and routine benefit children with ADHD.
• Recognize that diagnoses are not the person.
• Encourage children to express their unique perspectives.
• Reinforcement and patience are crucial in teaching skills.

You Can Find Carol Here!

Carol - carol@familypathwayscoaching.com

https://familypathwayscoaching.com/

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Jessica is a Creative wife & mom of 3 from Northwest Pennsylvania. She is a leadership coach & voiceover artist at Jessica Lewis Voice.

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In this episode of "Quick Wins for ADHD Moms," we sit down with Julie Legg, the inspiring author of "The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Living with ADHD." Julie's life journey has taken her from a free-range childhood in rural New Zealand to diverse careers in acting, voice work, and writing. Diagnosed with ADHD at 52, she uses her story to inspire and give hope to women with ADHD worldwide.

Julie shares her unique perspective on embracing ADHD, the power of flipping the script, and the importance of celebrating different thinking. She also discusses her book, which includes stories from 30 women diagnosed as adults, highlighting the spectrum of ADHD experiences. Tune in for an empowering conversation filled with insights, strategies, and a reminder that you're not alone.

Julie's Website: https://julielegg.nz

#ADHD #Empowerment #WomenInspiration #adhdmom #adhdmoms #adhdkids #adhdbook

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Feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter? You’re not alone. From messy desktops and overflowing photo rolls to endless downloads and tabs, our digital spaces can quietly drain our focus — especially for ADHD brains.

In this episode, we build on the idea of simplifying your physical spaces and bring that same calm into your digital world. You’ll learn an easy-to-remember “3 Bucket System” that can work on your phone, computer, even your home. No fancy apps, no complicated rules — just a repeatable way to think about what belongs where.

You’ll also hear about the popular PARA Method — and why it can be brilliant but tricky for ADHD minds. Then you’ll get a simple, realistic alternative you can actually stick with.

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In this episode, we explore the impact of clutter on focus and productivity, especially for ADHD moms. Today, guest Miriam Ortiz y Pino shares insights on how decluttering can lead to a more organized and confident life.

You can find Miriam at:

https://morethanorganized.net/

Key Takeaways

• Clutter is more distracting than it seems.
• Our brains are wired to solve problems, making clutter a constant distraction.
• Decluttering helps you know what you have and where it is.
• Having a plan for your items reduces distraction.
• Routine care of items leads to less stress.
• Excess stuff can hinder focus and productivity.
• Confidence grows when you manage your space well.
• Knowing the steps to care for items is crucial.
• A decluttered space leads to a decluttered mind.
• Organization is key for ADHD moms.

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In this episode, Jessica explores why comparison can be toxic for ADHD moms and offers practical advice for breaking free from the cycle.

Learn why other people's productivity systems often don't work for you, how to draw inspiration without feeling inadequate, and ways to create personalized approaches that honor your unique values and circumstances.

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Join Jess as she welcomes Ada Gore, a public speaker and guided journal creator, to discuss the transformative power of understanding your inner seasons. Discover how aligning with your body's natural rhythms can enhance productivity, provide deeper rest, and lead to a more abundant life. Perfect for ADHD moms seeking clarity and balance. #ADHD #InnerSeasons #Biohacking

Ada’s Amazon Author Page:

amazon.com/author/ada_gore_journals

Ada’s Instagram: @adagore444

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Ever feel stuck second-guessing yourself? In this episode, we’ll talk about how to finally break free from decision paralysis by using your core values as a simple compass. When you know what matters most, every choice gets clearer—and you can stop spinning in that exhausting cycle of “Should I? Shouldn’t I?”

I’ll walk you through my Creative Core framework—are you a Visionary, Harmonizer, Builder, or Spark?—and show you how to use your type to make decisions with confidence. You’ll get practical steps to filter your daily choices through your values so you can focus your time and energy where it really counts.

This episode is especially for busy, creative moms who are pulled in a million directions. Instead of doubting yourself, you’ll learn how to trust your own internal compass and move forward with clarity.

Personal Values Quiz: https://personalvalu.es/

Creative Core Quiz: https://theadhdmom.com/quiz

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Ever feel like you're trying to focus but can't decide what actually deserves your attention?

In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, we tackle that familiar ADHD struggle: "I want to focus, but what should I focus ON?"

Learn practical strategies to cut through the overwhelm and identify your true priorities when everything feels equally important. Discover how to use a three-question filter to make clear decisions about where to direct your limited focus.

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Jessica is a Creative wife & mom of 3 from Northwest Pennsylvania. She is a leadership coach & voiceover artist at Jessica Lewis Voice.