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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 training that many teachers face. Together, Sharon and Sue explore the intricate dynamics between parents, teachers, and children, offering practical tips to foster a supportive and collaborative environment both at home and in school. From the significance of nonverbal communication and the nuanced approach to praise, to addressing rejection sensitivity and preventing teacher burnout, this episode is packed with actionable tips.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, tune in for a compassionate and enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding and enhance your toolkit for supporting neurodiverse children. Let's get started!
Timestamps:
03:11 Collaboration with parents enhances child support effectiveness.
08:26 A teacher advocates for students like children.
10:54 Four positives to one negative builds relationships.
13:31 Tone affects children's perception of commands.
18:39 Teachers struggle to support autistic students effectively.
19:47 Birthday party akin to classroom environment challenges.
24:44 ADHD is genetic; treat each individual uniquely.
27:38 Adults need life systems, not work skills.
30:16 Change environment, structure for child readiness.
35:44 "Should" indicates comparison; prompts self-reflection.
38:19 Praise is individualised; "best" varies per person.
41:47 Completion, not praise, motivates ADHD children.
43:59 Addressing rejection sensitivity in neurodiverse children.
46:48 Reflect on successes and challenges in meetings.
49:13 Need regulation from teachers to avoid misperceptions.
About Sue:
Sue Larkey is a highly respected educator, author, and speaker with extensive experience in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She has taught students in both mainstream and special education settings, combining practical experience with extensive research. Sue holds a Master’s in Special Education and has completed the research sections of her Doctorate in Education.Sue’s podcast, the “Sue Larkey Podcast,” has over 1.4 million downloads across more than 200 episodes and is the #1 ranked Apple Podcast in Australia in the Course category. Her podcast resources are used by leading universities, including Monash University and Canberra University, to train teachers. She also has a global following, with over 135,000 subscribers to her weekly e-newsletter in more than 30 countries and a community of 130,000 Facebook followers.
Sue has authored over 18 books aimed at educators, teacher assistants, and parents/carers, and is a former winner of the Naturally Autistic International Award for Community Contribution. She has delivered hundreds of speeches at both international and national conferences, earning recognition as a trusted source of knowledge, compassion, and inspiration for educators, support workers, and families.
Connect with Sue:
Instagram: @sue.larkey
Facebook: Sue Larkey
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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 grooming and sextortion, and the impact of social media on their mental health. Kristi offers practical advice on monitoring digital activities, setting up parental controls, and fostering open communication with your children about online dangers.
We'll also hear personal stories from Kristi, discussing her own family's experiences and the ever-changing landscape of digital technology. She emphasises the importance of ongoing dialogue, critical thinking, and helping children understand the false perceptions often portrayed online.
So, whether you're a parent navigating these digital waters or keen to learn more about protecting children in this tech-savvy world, this episode is packed with actionable tips to ensure your child's online safety. Let's get started!
Timestamps:
04:31 Kristi's story and child abuse realities.
08:50 How ADHD puts our children at greater risk.
10:29 Balance online friendships with authentic connections.
16:21 Children need supervision and guidance on privacy.
17:30 Teach children privacy concepts; ensure online safety.
21:45 Extorters demand photos, threaten exposure for money.
25:04 Warning signs: Obsession or avoidance of phone.
29:49 What to do if your child is in danger
32:23 Teach resilience and healthy relationships, provide safety tools.
36:43 Sharing child exploitation material is illegal.
37:23 Children are vulnerable; guidance needed until adulthood.
41:08 TikTok's pros and cons.
44:31 Bond through shared activities and interest engagement.
47:42 Sending meaningless content; prioritise mental health.About Kristi:
Kristi McVee is an ex- West Australian detective and specialist child interviewer and the author of Operation KidSafe - a detective's guide to child abuse prevention. Kristi hosts the CAPE podcast, the child abuse prevention and education podcast as well as presents about child sexual abuse awareness and online child exploitation to schools, parents and communities.Connect with Kristi:
Instagram @kristimcvee
Facebook - Kristi McVee or Capeaust
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Are you planning a family trip and wondering how to make it enjoyable for everyone? Curious about how to handle the unique challenges of traveling with children who have ADHD? Then you’re in the right place!
In today's must-listen episode, we welcome Jenifer Breaux, a travel expert and mother of two children who are neurodivergent. With her background as retired army personnel and an experienced travel agent, Jennifer has a knack for designing customised trips for families navigating ADHD and autism. She joins our host, Sharon Collon, to share invaluable strategies and personal experiences on making travel with children who have ADHD smoother and more enjoyable.
Discover how to break up long car rides with engaging activities and tailor travel experiences to suit sensory preferences. This episode is brimming with practical advice, including managing anxiety with detailed itineraries, using social stories, and creating holiday routines that balance structure and flexibility. Jenifer also offers essential tips on handling sensory overload and budgeting during trips.
Whether you're planning a short getaway or a long vacation, Jenifer's expertise in sensory-friendly travel and her personal stories will help you craft memorable and stress-free family holidays. Tune in to learn how to tackle the unique challenges of traveling with children who are neurodivergent and uncover tips that can transform your family's travel adventures!
Timestamps:
00:00 Discussing travel challenges with ADHD families, specialist Jenifer Breaux.
05:50 ADHD is challenging due to sensory inputs.
09:00 Engage kids with activities they enjoy outdoors.
11:03 Request a quieter room away from activities.
14:52 ADHD and anxiety concerns, social story suggestion.
19:38 Anticipation helps ADHD brain manage anxiety, scheduling.
23:37 Establish flexible holiday routines for expectations.
26:04 Plan ahead for kids' park visits early.
28:06 Infectious game ideas shared among friends.
32:56 Resort includes drink service and equipment classes.
33:44 Stay where activities are easily accessible onsite.
39:59 Gradually travel to comfortably create lasting memories.
41:49 Brothers' different spending habits during holiday.
44:36 Guide decisions with a simple, budgeted choice.
About Jenifer:
Jenifer is a retired army veteran who served almost three decades. During her time in the army she served the United States all over the world. Through those experiences she gained a love of service and travel. She excelled in her training and retired with honor. Six years ago she opened a franchise of Dream Vacations called JB Travel Pros, where she helps people travel the world with excitement. From coast to coast, Jenifer designs luxury experiences that bring her client's dreams to life. Her love for globe trotting is something she shares with her family, as well.
Connect with Jenifer:
Website: https://www.iamjeniferbreaux.com/about
Facebook: @iamjeniferbreaux
Instagram: @iamjeniferbreaux -
In today's episode, host Sharon Collon sits down with Sandy Booysen, a dietitian specialising in neurodivergence and peadiatric feeding disorders. We're diving into the complexities of managing food-related behaviours in children with ADHD and other neurodivergent differences. Sandy delves into the impacts of sugars, food additives, and sensory sensitivities on behaviours and offers practical advice for parents. She emphasises the importance of emotional neutrality around food, detective work to identify behavioural triggers.. Join us as we explore the steps of her "Sensible Nutrition" model and learn how to tackle the real challenges of feeding children who are neurodivergent. Tune in for an episode filled with compassionate, actionable advice tailored for families navigating these unique dietary journeys.
Timestamps:
05:09 Sandy's journey
07:53 Your parenting success isn't defined by child's diet.
12:45 Pediatric feeding disorder: diagnosis for children.
16:26 Different children, different challenges, same household upbringing.
20:17 Discussing child's constipation and appetite-related issues.
21:17 Identify triggers; nutrition plays a big role.
27:30 Comfort strategies are needed for sensory-sensitive children.
31:14 Support children's healthy growth and eating habits.
32:29 Small, frequent meals provide a quick energy boost.
37:31 Sandy's helpful, approachable guidance.
About Sandy:
Sandy is a caring and passionate dietitian who loves working with individuals, children and families to optimize their health and nutrition through a commonsense approach of simplifying and debunking complex nutrition information. She focuses on providing individualised support, motivation and education for sustainable change.Connect with Sandy:
Website: https://www.senseablenutrition.com/
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Let's delve into the complex world of puberty and ADHD, exploring how early puberty can impact mental health, and the importance of providing safety and security for our children, particularly between the ages of 9 and 12.
Michelle shares her personal experiences as a parent and offers strategies for fostering emotional and psychological intimacy with our kids. We’ll discuss the significance of unconditional support, the value of acknowledging your own emotions before addressing your child’s needs, and ways to maintain supportive communication without overwhelming them.
Michelle also gives tips on how to approach conversations about puberty in a positive and child-led manner, ensuring our kids feel understood and accepted during this critical developmental phase. Plus, we’ll touch on self-esteem challenges, especially in children with ADHD, and how parents can help build their children's self-worth and resilience.
Stay tuned for a packed episode filled with practical advice and heartwarming encouragement, aimed at helping you navigate the ups and downs of parenting children with ADHD.
Key points:
00:00 Discussing puberty and ADHD with Michelle Mitchell.
04:28 Today's episode discusses puberty experiences from the past.
06:21 Tweens' development crucial; impacts adolescence significantly.
10:17 Children develop physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively, sexually.
14:30 Twins seek closeness; mirror and support them.
19:13 "I’ve got you": Prioritise and reassure children.
22:00 Social-emotional skills are essential, not secondary.
23:46 Separate parent-child journeys; avoid projecting expectations.
28:00 Pause before reacting; encourages constructive communication.
32:22 Give children options; mix of approaches.
36:13 Consider children's transferable boundaries for safety.
37:37 Comprehensive book for tweens on various topics.
42:14 Save courage for kids' essentials at school.
44:39 Intentionally welcome kids home after school.
About Michelle:
Michelle is a Parenting educator - with 25 years of experience in the wellbeing sector.
She started her career as a teacher but soon after founded a charity that delivered life skills programs to young people at risk of dropping out of education. Her work extended into the child safety sector, refugees, and alternative education. She lives with her husband and two young adult boys.
Connect with Michelle:
Website - @mitchellmitchellwebsite
Facebook - @michellemitchellauthor
IG - michellemitchell.author -
We’re delving into the complex world of anxiety, especially how it affects children and adolescents with ADHD. Our special guest is Karen Young, a psychologist and speaker who specialises in anxiety and mental health for young people.
In this episode, Karen helps us unravel the role of the amygdala in triggering anxiety through sensory experiences, often linked to past traumas. We’ll also address school-related anxiety—a common hurdle for many in the ADHD community—offering practical strategies for creating a safe and supportive school environment.
Karen shares why parental confidence is crucial, how understanding the neuroscience behind anxiety can empower children, and tackles common misconceptions about anxiety. We'll also discuss the importance of relational safety within schools to help turn anxious moments into manageable experiences.
With a rich professional background and personal anecdotes, Karen provides a comforting reminder that anxiety can be navigated with understanding and the right tools. Get ready to take notes and feel encouraged—this episode promises valuable advice for every ADHD family. Let's dive in!
Timestamps:
00:00 Discussing anxiety, school refusal, with expert Karen Young.
04:11 Personal experience with daughter's anxiety spurred action.
07:11 Brain interprets potential threats as actual danger.
11:41 ADHD causes obsessive thought loops and anxiety.
16:04 Anxiety's impact is deeply personal and variable.
16:46 Anxiety's roots are often unknown and complex.
21:01 Ensuring kids' safety and fostering parental confidence.
23:51 Balancing support and independence for child's safety.
27:08 Avoidance reinforces anxiety by associating safety elsewhere.
31:53 Schools gating ADHD children reinforces exclusion and anxiety.
36:13 Move beyond outdated methods; promote proactive safety strategies.
40:01 How to ensure schoolchildren feel welcome, cared.
41:27 Empowering teachers to support ADHD impacts significantly.
44:31 Supporting parents and teachers creates incredible changes.About Karen:
Karen began her career as a psychologist working extensively with children, teens and families. She is a sought-after speaker and consultant and works with schools, government bodies, and child and adolescent focused organisations both in Australia and overseas to build resources, implement procedures, and support the professional development of staff. Karen is the founder of ‘Hey Sigmund’, an internationally popular online resource that provides contemporary, research-driven information on anxiety. She is the author of five books, including the bestselling ‘Hey Warrior’, which creatively assist children to understand and manage anxiety.Connect with Karen:
Instagram: @karenyoung_heysigmund
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When people chat about ADHD it is often includes a long list of the challenges they are experiencing with ADHD but this is ignoring an important part of the puzzle. The strengths! We need to celebrate the strengths and scream them from the rooftops because our kids are listening, and we need to show them that it isn't all challenges.
In this episode, we chat with Elly Both, a sustainability consultant, author, and dedicated mom, who shares her unique journey with ADHD. Diagnosed in her early forties, Elly has turned her personal experiences into a source of empowerment through her new book, "A Kids Book About ADHD."
Join us as Elly discusses the challenges and strengths associated with ADHD, emphasising the importance of recognising and fostering the unique talents of children with ADHD. We'll explore her late diagnosis, the process of understanding her own brain, and the vital strategies she recommends for parents. Additionally, we'll dive into the content of her insightful book and how it aims to reshape the narrative around ADHD for young readers. Let's jump in!
Timestamps:
00:00 Elly’s book empowers kids to understand ADHD.
03:52 ADHD made childhood both challenging and unique.
08:56 Social anxiety, ADHD, verbal communication struggles, introversion.
12:45 Writing book on ADHD: Challenges and creativity.
14:03 Kids book on ADHD for understanding and learning.
18:48 ADHD: Multifaceted, includes inattentiveness, nervousness, and anxiety.
22:36 Discover your superpower and nurture your passions.
24:16 Accept, identify strengths, and foster self-confidence.About Elly:
Elly Both is a newly published author having recently released her first book, “A Kids Book about ADHD” through A Kids Co.Diagnosed with ADHD in her early 40’s, Elly has transformed her personal journey into a source of empowerment, not only for herself but for young minds grappling with similar experiences. The book aims to redefine ADHD for young readers, encouraging them to see ADHD not as a hindrance, but as a superpower that provides them with a unique way of seeing the world and existing in it.
Elly is also a self-professed green geek, and the Founder of Bright Green – a sustainability consultancy based in Singapore.
Connect with Elly:
Instagram:@todaywewrite
Website: www.ellyboth.comBuy Elly's book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQ6Y1JXJ?dealEvent=1&peakEvent=4&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_3WZYY4AJ0AKB6PSJVAZB
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Today we're diving into a topic that's close to the hearts of many families navigating ADHD: oppositional behaviours in children. Joining us is Jacquie Ward, a psychologist specialising in challenging behaviours.
In this episode, Jacquie shares her personal experiences as a mother to a child with ADHD. We explore the world of oppositionality and defiance, from swearing and verbal aggression to physical altercations and public meltdowns. Why do these behaviours happen, and how can parents navigate them?
We also discuss society’s perception of these behaviours, often met with judgment rather than compassion, and the long-term strategies families can use to support their children. Jacquie brings a wealth of knowledge on emotion regulation and offers practical advice, including grounding techniques, co-regulation approaches, and meaningful ways to connect with your child after a dysregulation episode.
Timestamps:
00:00 Discussing oppositional behaviors with psychologist Jackie Ward.
04:43 Parents seek help for children's emotion regulation.
08:17 Some kids get more compassion than others.
10:01 Shame in ADHD children causes significant pain.
14:30 Children's defiance or aggression signifies underlying fear.
16:50 Discuss calmly with your child when appropriate.
22:26 Discuss Dr. Mona Delahooke's work on challenging behaviors.
23:13 Challenging behaviors stem from nervous system dysregulation.
27:53 Parents need strategies to model emotional regulation.
30:19 Stay grounded; handle it with love.
36:08 Long-term skills are better than short-term consequences.
36:58 Support child regulation, not just correcting behavior.
40:21 Share, review, and enjoy ADHD Families podcast.About Jacquie:
Jacquie Ward is a Psychologist who works with children, adolescents and their families. She works with a range of presentations, including Autism, Anxiety, Depression, challenging and disruptive behaviours, but has a particular interest in ADHD, as she's Mama to one very adorable ADHD'er herself.Outside of the therapy room Jacquie can be found chasing her three young children at the beach, daydreaming about buying a hobby farm, or escaping to yoga class for a hit of peace amongst the happy chaos.
Link to buy Jacquie's book: https://www.jacquieward.com.au/billys-brilliant-butterflies-childrens-book
Connect with Jacquie:
Instagram: @jacquie_ward_
Facebook: Jacquie Ward
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Let's chat about love and relationships and ADHD. In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast we chat with Jamie Blume, an expert ADHD coach, to dive deep into the intricacies of maintaining healthy relationships within couples when there is ADHD in the mix. Jamie shares advice on fostering appreciation and understanding between partners, managing resentment, and improving communication. They discuss the challenges of balancing household responsibilities, especially when children are involved, and provides practical strategies for reclaiming fun and intimacy. Jamie also highlights the significance of addressing Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) and offers insights into her unique coaching approach that tailors support to the specific needs of ADHD individuals. Tune in to support your relationship foster a loving, collaborative environment.
Timestamps:
00:00 Support for ADHD-affected relationships from Jamie Blume.
03:44 Family diagnosed with ADHD led to extensive learning.
06:26 Understanding ADHD changed all my relationships dramatically.
12:16 Exploring recurring couple dynamics and emotional responses.
13:52 Understand strengths, share tasks in relationships evenly.
17:18 Support couple, organize home, prioritize fun time.
20:26 Focus on repairing relationships before dividing labor.
25:16 Collaborative, strength-based, unique coaching for ADHD clients.
26:23 Therapists' neurotypical lenses fail to help ADHD clients.
29:24 Parent clarified room cleaning expectations with a checklist.
32:41 Healing vulnerabilities and improving couple communication strategies.
35:43 Don't assume or take things personally.
About Jamie:
Jamie Blume is a certified ADHD and Life Coach, an Internal Family Systems coach, an Intimacy From the Inside Out couples coach, an educator of ADHD coaches for the acclaimed ADD Coach Academy, a mentor of aspiring ADHD coaches, and the Chair of the Education Committee for ADDA. Jamie founded Along Their Way, an ADHD-focused coaching business that supports adults and families as they navigate the complexities and rewards of ADHD and the challenges of neurodiversity. She is passionate about knowledge, awareness, growth, and transformation for herself and her clients.
Connect with Jamie:
Instagram: @alongtheirway
Facebook: @alongtheirway
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/alongtheirway/
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In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast, we are chatting with the incredible Lael Stone about how to support our kids emotionally and help them process their big feelings. How do we support our beautiful kids with the emotional rollercoaster of ADHD?
Timestamps:
6:54 How do you help people develop emotional intelligence?
9:03 How to handle their own feelings by observing how we manage ours.
9:48 Instead of reacting with anger, model healthy ways to manage emotions
10:14 How to support your child’s emotional development
15.13 About Woodline Primary what led you to create that school?
17:12 Develop learning environments that prioritise safety and emotional well-being.
23:03 What sort of accommodations have been made to really support people with ADHD at the school?
32:10 How to manage aggression while maintaining safety.
39:03 How to address underlying triggers of anger and adjust their environment or routines.
42:15 Outward anger and emotional withdrawal are both impactful.
43:23 Encourage them to share and move past their repression.
45:49 To build trust and support your child effectively, focus on listening without fixing, and let them choose whether they want advice or simply your presence.
49:20 Support through the emotional extremes and demonstrate unconditional regard.
50:22 Balancing these demands while managing work and family life
52:00 Imperfection is normal and that repairing connections is a vital.About Lael:
Lael Stone is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has worked with families for over 20 years. Her work as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counsellor, and parenting educator has seen her work with thousands of families consulting about newborns all the way to the teen years. She spent over 5 yrs in secondary schools working with teens around sexuality, well-being, and relationships, and her great aim is to empower parents to create connections and stronger relationships with their children.She is the co-creator of Woodline Primary School, an innovative new school based on emotional well-being and connection. Lael was the co-host of The Aware Parenting Podcast and a sought-after public speaker who talks candidly about her experiences and her great passion for creating wellness in adults through connection and communication.
Connect with Lael:
Instagram: @laelstone @woodlineprimary
Facebook: @laelstone @woodlineprimary
Website: www.laelstone.com.au -
In today's episode, our host Sharon Collon sits down with Vivian Dunstan, founder of ADHD Support Australia, to tackle some of the most pressing social challenges faced by individuals with ADHD. We'll explore why people often rush to offer solutions instead of listening, delve into effective strategies for developing social skills, and uncover the critical role parents play in nurturing these abilities both online and in person.
Vivian shares her profound insights on building confidence, navigating friendships, and the broader impacts of social skills on education, work, and romance. We'll also touch on the importance of understanding and patience in social interactions, and how programs like the Peers program can make a real difference. Whether you're a parent trying to support your child or an adult looking to enhance your social prowess, this episode is packed with invaluable advice and resources to help you thrive. Stay tuned, you're not going to want to miss this!
TIMESTAMPS:
07:52 Talk on substance abuse and addictions in ADHD.
11:37 Evolving role in ADHD coaching over 11 years.
14:06 Started ADHD support Australia, making information accessible.
20:04 Assessing interest and participation in conversations.
23:50 Seeking acceptance in social interactions can be disheartening.
26:54 Discussing client social skills: monologuing and problem-solving.
28:19 Balanced conversation involves asking and answering questions.
33:22 Empathy in conversation: understanding before offering solutions.
34:59 Practical approach to problem-solving in relationships.
37:52 Online social skills group provides safe space.
43:25 Course helps parents create social opportunities for kids.
45:39 Engage by asking questions, show interest genuinely.
48:50 Encourage finding and enjoying activities, building friendships.
52:52 Social skills need explicit, step-by-step guidance.
55:25 Confidence leads to connections and wider impact.About Vivian:
Vivian is the Founder & CEO of ADHD Support Australia - an organisation she set up as a local support group back in 2013 when her daughter was diagnosed with ADHD. She is now an ADDCA trained ADHD Coach, Parenting Coach, Certified Tech Addiction & Digital Health Educator, Certified PEERS Social Skills for Teens & Young Adults coach, a non-practicing teacher, parent of a young adult with ADHD and has ADHD herself. She hosts monthly expert talks at ADHD Support Australia on a variety of ADHD-related topics and facilitates ADHD parenting and digital parenting programs as well as PEERS social skills programs.Connect with Vivian:
Instagram: @gutfulofadhd
Facebook: ADHDSupportAustralia
Website: www.adhdsupportaustralia.com.au -
Today, we dive into the transformative power of gut health and its impact on ADHD and OCD symptoms. Special guest Jo Whitton shares her journey from traditional medical advice to exploring gut health, driven by her son’s severe OCD.
Discover practical steps to improve gut health, from introducing meat stocks to reducing refined foods and sugars. Jo emphasizes stress reduction and setting structured routines for a calmer household. She also shares success stories from the GAPS protocol, highlighting the benefits of nutrient-dense foods.
Tune in for actionable advice to make manageable yet impactful dietary and lifestyle changes. For more resources, visit thefunctionalfamily.com and follow Jo on social media. Don't forget to share this episode and leave a review!
Key Points and Time Stamps:
00:00 Inspirational story about healthy eating and support.
03:36 Started food blog, evolved into quirky cooking.
08:00 Learning about gut health, health issues addressed.
10:30 Research led to focus on gut health.
15:44 Easing into a new diet for health.
18:40 Kids play sports, reduce stress, create calm.
20:03 Limiting commitments for family time, adding meat stocks.
25:55 Gentle approach yields major benefits for picky eaters.
27:42 Transforming kids' eating habits through microbiome changes.
30:30 Add flavor to daily habits for success.
34:20 Flexible routine, enough sleep, me time important.
38:41 Instagram is the fun place for me.About Jo:
FREE 'Healthy Eating Made Simple' eBook HERE plus a 10% discount off the Quirky store
Jo Whitton, based in Far North Queensland, Australia, runs her business "Quirky Cooking" and is passionate about using food as medicine, a journey that began due to her family's health issues. When her son was diagnosed with severe OCD and anxiety in 2014, Jo delved deeply into gut health, leading to significant health improvements for her family. She has since shared her knowledge through three best-selling cookbooks, numerous health seminars, retreats, and cooking workshops. Jo offers a wealth of resources, including live-streamed classes, coaching programs, and her own line of organic products, available on her blog and social media channels.Connect with Jo:
Facebook: @quirkycooking
Instagram: @jowhitton
Website: https://quirkycooking.com.au/
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In episode we sit down with the incredible Donna Moala, a pediatric sleep specialist and founder of "Bub to Sleep." Donna shares her lived ADHD expertise and guides us on supporting our beautiful kids with sleep. She delves into her personal journey as a mum to three teenage daughters with ADHD, and how understanding ADHD has transformed her approach to parenting and sleep.
Join us as Donna discusses the impact of modern lifestyle choices on children's sleep, the significance of setting strong yet loving boundaries at bedtime, and her unique approach that focuses on connection before correction. We'll also hear about Donna's own ADHD diagnosis and her path to managing it successfully, alongside her family’s experiences with ADHD and mental health struggles.
Don't miss out on this episode if you're looking for practical tips on managing sleep issues in kids, especially those with ADHD, and how to support them in mastering the essential skill of sleep. Plus, learn more about Donna's free 15-minute chat offer for personalised advice and the incredible support system she provides through her parenting collective. Be sure to share this episode and leave us a review on iTunes, and visit thefunctionalfamily.com for more resources. Let's dive in
Timestamps:
00:00 Prioritise sleep, establish routines, and set boundaries.
03:49 Parenting journey with kids' diagnosis, mental health.
09:19 Perfectionism and later diagnosed with ADD.
11:12 Struggles lead to hope and reaching out.
16:18 Passion for sleep, parenting challenges, and evolving strategies.
17:04 Managing sleep with medicated children requires strategy.
20:37 Support, nurture, and regulate for better sleep.
24:02 Parents feeling lost, seeking sleep specialist's help.
27:54 Getting a night nurse changed everything for me.
30:35 Discuss challenges of parenting older children with anxiety.
34:51 Concerns about children's screen time and impact.
37:11 Business named bub to sleep offers parenting support.
About Donna:
Donna Moala is the founder of Bub2sleep and is one of the leading Sleep specialists in Perth, supporting families in Australia and worldwide. Working with expectant parents up to children 7 years of age.The Bub2sleep approach has grown and developed over the past six years to value and respect mums and dads worldwide. For us, sleep support isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Your baby and your parenting techniques are unique—we want to fully embrace that.
Connect with Donna:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bub2sleep/
Website: https://bub2sleep.com.au/
Instagram: @bub2sleep
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Welcome to the ADHD Families Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Steph Geddies, a registered nutritionist specialising in family nutrition and helping parents raise food-loving children.
As parents of neurodiverse kids, we know the challenges of navigating food sensitivities and executive function difficulties. Steph shares her personal experience and offers practical tips for creating a no-pressure mealtime environment, such as serving family meals on a platter and encouraging fun food exposure activities.
We discuss the difference between nutritionists and dietitians and when to seek help from professionals for concerns related to children's nutrition and fussy eating. Steph also shares valuable resources, including her website, "Body Good Food," her Instagram account, and her "Family Food Plan" course.
Whether you're dealing with a picky eater or looking to make mealtime more enjoyable, this episode offers helpful insights and actionable advice. Let's get started!
Key Points and Timestamps:
00:00 Steph and her story
03:47 Focused on family nutrition, raising adventurous eaters.
08:49 Serving food to kids with individual needs.
10:54 Streamlining family meals by using accepted foods.
15:54 Trusting your body and food is important.
16:49 Disconnect from diet culture, let children eat intuitively.
22:25 Strategies for getting kids to eat nutritious food.
25:07 facial expressions influencing children's eating habits.
28:23 Empower kids to choose and try foods.
30:41 Consult pediatric dietitian or feeding therapist for help.
34:02 New course "Family Food Plan" offers meal planning.About Steph Geddes:
Steph is a registered nutritionist specializing in culinary nutrition. She translates nutritional evidence into delicious food. She has a special interest in family nutrition and helping parents serve one meal to the whole family while raising competent, food-loving children.
Connect with Steph:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @nutritionist_stephgeddes
Website: www.bodygoodfood.com.au/
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We know the ADHD brain is often anxious. However, supporting our family members with anxiety usually leaves a lot of us confused about the right strategy to draw upon. To help us today, I have brought in the incredible Dr Jodi Richardson! In this episode, Jodi helps us understand anxiety and provides many practical strategies to support ourselves and our family members.
Key Points and Time Stamps:
2.50m Jodi's story
5.17m What are the symptoms of anxiety, and how it plays out with ADHD
7.00m The four key areas of anxiety
11.15m What is a panic attack?
13.40m The ADHD nervous system
18.00m Acknowledgment and acceptance
23.30m Are women being dismissed with anxiety?
25.00m Anxiety and gender
27.00m Anxiety comparison and measurement
31.16m Having strategies to cope with the brain that we have
34.00m The Tower of Power for anxiety
41.00m Jodi's easy steps for anxietyAbout Dr. Jodi Richardson:
Dr. Jodi Richardson is one of Australia's leading lights in managing anxiety. An educational leader, she supports parents and teachers in changing their relationship with anxiety, dialing it right down, and lighting the way for their children and students to do the same.Dr. Richardson is a professional speaker supporting whole school communities around Australia, the best-selling author of the books 'Anxious Kids' and 'Anxious Mums,' hosts the popular podcast 'Well, Hello Anxiety' and is a mum of two.
Connect with Dr. Richardson:
Instagram: @drjodirichardson
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrJodiRichardson
Website: https://drjodirichardson.com/
Podcast: Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson -
I think more life admin is being thrown at us than ever before! There is so much overwhelm when I chat to our beautiful ADHD community juggling this invisible load.
In this episode, we chat with the incredible Mia Northrop. Mia, one of the founders of Life Admin Life Hacks, literally wrote the book on making life admin more streamlined and manageable.
Mia breaks it down into simple steps and tools that we can use to automate it and make it work for the ADHD brain.
Key Points and Timestamps:
3.00m Who is Mia, and what does she do?
5.50m The challenges for ADHD and life admin
7.00m Customised life admin strategies for ADHD
9.50m What should we outsource?
16.40m The categories of life admin
23.00m The benefits of the digital calendar
27.00m Strategies for managing emails
33.00m Marking your wins and to-do list tips
About Mia Northrop:
Mia Northrop shares insights and inspiration on life admin and the mental load. Her work explores how to use everyday digital tools and principles from time management, productivity, and behavioral science to streamline, automate, and reduce paperwork and optimize our approach to household organization.
Mia is cohost of the top-rated how-to podcast Life Admin Life Hacks, coauthor of Life Admin Hacks, and co-creator of The Art of Adulting online course, resources dedicated to helping people win back time, save money, reclaim their headspace, and nurture household harmony. Mia is a former researcher who worked in the tech and digital sectors. With a background in human-centered design and design thinking, and a passion for social justice, Mia is a trained coach who is passionate about equipping working mothers with tools, strategies, and processes to give them the time, energy, and presence they deserve.
Mia is a co-parenting mum to a school-aged son and daughter and lives with her new puppy and ancient cat in Melbourne, Australia.
Connect with Mia:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lifeadminlifehacks
Website: www.lifeadminlifehacks.com
Podcast: Life Admin Life Hacks Podcast
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We know that dyslexia and ADHD often go together? But what can we do to support our kids? How does dyslexia show up? How can we make reading fun for our kids that struggle?
In today's episode of the ADHD Families Podcast we chat with the incredible Kristy Hayworth who is a dyslexia specialist. Whether your child has been diagnosed or not, you will get helpful tips from this episode to support your child with reading.
Key Points and Timestamps:
2.30m Who is Kristy Hayworth?
7.40m How Kristy empowers parents to help their kids
10.30am ADHD brings friends - dyslexia's relationship with ADHD
13.30m The dyslexia diagnostic process
15.15m What can we do with the diagnosis
16.15m How does dyslexia present
23.00m How we didn't treat dyslexia well in the past
25.30m Kristy's favourite part about what she does
26.30m Kristy's views on Irlen syndrome and behavioural optometrists
30.30m Kristy's tips for supporting our kids with reading
About Kristy Hawroth:
Kristy is an accredited dyslexia therapist and a mother to two beautifully complex neuro-spicy boys, living in Queensland, Australia.
She is passionate about supporting kids and families to ensure that they have access to high quality evidence-based literacy instruction to learn to read and spell with confidence. Kristy solidly believes that all kids can be successful with literacy when they get this type of instruction.
Kristy understands neurodivergence and the challenges that occur when paired with learning. She has been working in education for the past 20 years and is formally accredited by the Australia Dyslexic Association (ADA).
Connect with Kristy:
Website: www.allkidscan.com.au
Instagram: @allkidscaneducation -
Are you feeling burnt out?
The truth is as parents of children with extra needs we are at an increased burnout risk. In this podcast I chat with the incredible Filipa Bellette, who is an award-winning Functional Medicine Practitioner, Trauma Therapist, and author of the book Ending Body Burnout, about what is burnout, how it shows up in the body and how we can protect ourselves and recover.
Key Points and Timestamps:
2.50m What does Filipa do and her story
7.00m Parents in the ADHD community walk a fine line between ok and not ok - what does Filipa recommend?
10.20m What does burnout look like?
12.30m How to get better sleep?
18.20m Planning and diet
22.00m The approach for burnout
27.50m Success stories
31.00m The role of stress and trauma
38.00m Practical tipsGrab a copy of Ending Body Burnout Here
About Filipa Bellette:Filipa Bellette is Co-Founder of multi award-winning health practice Chris & Filly Functional Medicine - and author of Ending Body Burnout. She is an accredited Clinical Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Coach & Trauma Therapist. She is also a PhD Scholar & regularly featured in the media, such as nine.com.au, Forbes and Body+Soul.
Together with her husband Chris Bellette, Filipa has worked with over 2,500+ burned-out clients in the past combined 25+ years. Their practice is best known for ending body burnout (for good!) in “busy” people with energy, mood & gut issues, with their ROOT-root-cause approach. They were awarded as the Tasmanian State Winner & National Finalist for the Telstra Best of Business Awards 2022, as well as Winner for the Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards 2022.
Filipa’s own passion for helping “busy” people have more energy, productivity and connection, came from her own personal experience of body burnout, after juggling the demands of business, family, and her failing health.
Connect with Filipa:
Website: www.chrisandfilly.fm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrisandfilly
Instagram: @chrisandfilly_fm
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipa-bellette-73339019/ -
In this fun episode I am providing a waterfall of FREE parenting tips to help your family! One of my favourite things to do is breakthrough the noise about ADHD and give you clear, practical strategies that work - let's do this!
Timestamps and key points:
1.50m Never act in the red
6.00m Adding and removing barriers
14.00m What to do when your child gets in trouble
16.00m What to feed your children for breakfast
18.00m Family discussions
20.00m Get a sleep study done
23.00m Get a families trained credentialed ADHD Coach
27.00m Forget about homework
30.00m Letting go of the shoulds
33.00m Do not assume your childs' ADHD is the same as yours
37.10m Finance tip!
Join our FREE training - 3 Steps to an Easier Home Life with ADHD https://www.thefunctionalfamily.com/steps -
Anger is a big emotion and it often causes a lot of distress. When we act from the red zone we often regret our actions.
But how do we support our kids that show anger and aggression? This stumps a lot of parents because we also getting flooded and dysregulated by this display of emotion.
Anger issues and ADHD are common so today's podcast episode we chat to the incredible Rebecca Challoner about anger, aggression and ADHD.Key points and timestamp:
2.40m Rebecca's ADHD journey
4.00m My Spirited Child
5.40m Let's chat about anger and ADHD
7.00m Regulation and anger
10.50m Rebecca's examples on how to work with anger
16.00m What if you struggle with your own regulation?
25.00m What to do after the hole is punched in the wall?
29.00m Using shame
30.00m Regulation strategies
38.00m The myths around consistency and managing expectations
39.50m The parent's empty threat
41.00m Teaching through role modelling, respectful communication and collaboration
About Rebecca Challoner
As well as being the Founder of My Spirited Child, and the National PEKE Centre, Rebecca Challoner is also a Writer, Presenter and Trainer. Most importantly Rebecca is Mum to two boys who have ADHD and Rebecca herself also has diagnosed ADHD as does her Husband.
Rebecca is currently a member of the Reference Council for the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health at Monash University and has written hundreds of articles, two eBooks, numerous short books and guides. Rebecca has provided support to parents and educators all over the world. And has featured in countless magazines, newspapers and radio shows as well as presenting a full length DVD Documentary. Rebecca has also worked alongside many incredible organisations, including consulting to Special Olympics Australia. In 2020 Rebecca was delighted to be announced as an AusMumpreneur Gold Award Winner.
Rebecca has presented at many conferences and events both nationally and internationally. Rebecca also trains teachers and professionals in schools and organisations.
Rebecca has numerous qualifications including Diplomas in Sociology and Psychology. As well as a Law degree with Honours. Rebecca has also attended many courses and trainings over her decades within the industry on neurodivergent conditions and Mental Health.Connect with Rebecca
www.myspiritedchild.com
www.pekecentre.com.au
facebook.com/myspiritedchild
instagram.com/myspirited_child
instagram.com/rebeccalchalloner
facebook.com/NationalPEKECentre
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