Self Care and Mental Health

Burnout doesn’t just drain your energy—it steals your joy, making even small tasks feel insurmountable. As a neurodivergent mom, you face unique challenges, from managing your own needs to supporting your family through meltdowns, shutdowns, and everything in between. The good news? There are actionable steps you can take to prioritize your well-being and navigate these challenges with grace.

In this post, we’ll explore:

• How to recognize the signs of burnout before they take over.
• Practical…

Gaslighting is a term we often associate with toxic relationships, but what happens when the gaslighting comes from society—or even from within? For many adults with ADHD, gaslighting is a daily experience. We’re told our struggles are excuses, our needs are inconvenient, and our experiences aren’t valid. Worse, we often internalize these messages and begin to doubt ourselves.

In this post, we’ll explore the dynamics of societal and self-gaslighting, their impact on ADHD, and actionable strateg…

Trauma doesn’t always announce itself loudly—it often lives quietly, woven into the ways we react, connect, and parent. As neurodivergent moms raising neurodivergent daughters, many of us carry the weight of generational trauma we didn’t create but still feel responsible for breaking.

The good news? You don’t have to have all the answers or be a perfect parent to start the healing process. What matters is the intention to rewrite the narrative. Together, let’s explore practical ways to break th…

The Importance of Setting Healthy Boundaries in Neurodivergent Families

Boundaries often get a bad reputation. For many of us, the word conjures images of walls or barriers—things that separate us from the people we love. But in reality, healthy boundaries are anything but isolating. They are the foundation of trust, respect, and emotional safety, especially in neurodivergent families.

As a neurodivergent mom raising a neurodivergent daughter, I’ve learned firsthand how essential boundaries…

The holiday season can be a time filled with joy, connection, and celebration, but for many neurodivergent moms, it can also be a time of overwhelm, stress, and sensory overload. Between family gatherings, social obligations, and the pressure to create the “perfect” holiday experience, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. That’s why setting boundaries during the holiday season is so crucial—not just for our own well-being but also for the well-being of our families.

For me, learning to set boundar…

The holiday season can be a time filled with joy, connection, and celebration, but for many neurodivergent moms, it can also be a time of overwhelm, stress, and sensory overload. Between family gatherings, social obligations, and the pressure to create the “perfect” holiday experience, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. That’s why setting boundaries during the holiday season is so crucial—not just for our own well-being but also for the well-being of our families.

For me, learning to set boundar…

As a neurodivergent mom, one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is managing emotional dysregulation. There are days when I feel like I’m riding a wave of emotions, each one hitting me harder than the last. The demands of motherhood alone can make anyone feel overwhelmed, but when you add in the unique emotional experiences of being neurodivergent, things can quickly feel like too much to handle.

Learning to manage my emotional dysregulation has been an ongoing process, and while I’m still on …

Depression can feel like an isolating experience, especially for neurodivergent moms who often juggle unique challenges. Whether it’s sensory overload, the demands of daily routines, or managing emotional ups and downs, navigating depression while parenting can feel like a heavy burden. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to carry this weight alone. By finding a balance that works for you, leaning into support, and focusing on resilience, you can create a foundation for healing and growth.

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As neurodivergent moms, we often face challenges that feel overwhelming. From sensory overload to emotional exhaustion, it’s no wonder we sometimes seek escape. Escapism, whether through fantasy worlds, online communities, or creative outlets, can be a powerful survival tool—not a weakness. Today, I’m sharing my personal journey with escapism and how it’s helped me cope with the complexities of life as a neurodivergent mom.

Escaping into Fantasy: Finding Peace in an Overwhelming World
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As moms, we tend to be our own harshest critics, but neurodivergent moms often take self-criticism to an entirely new level. We tell ourselves things like “I’m failing” or “I’m not enough,” letting these thoughts chip away at our confidence. I’ve been there—stuck in a loop of self-doubt, listening to the lies that only made the journey harder. But over time, I learned to replace those lies with self-compassion, which has been a game-changer for both me and my daughter.

If you’ve found yourself …