The Blog
Research-backed strategies for ADHD and neurodivergent families — written by Mary, one parent to another.
Citing real research. Sharing real moments. No shame, no fluff.
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Connecting with ADHD Kids: The Power of Shame-Free Parenting
When I think about parenting, I often reflect on the importance of connection. This is especially true for…
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Fostering Connection Over Compliance in Parenting ADHD and Neurodivergent Children
As a parent navigating the complexities of raising children with ADHD and other neurodivergent traits, I’ve realized that…
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The Last 6 Weeks of School: Surviving ADHD Burnout’s Final Stretch
By the second week of May, my ADHD son comes home different. Quieter. Empty. End-of-year burnout is real,…
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Nurturing Connection Over Compliance: A Guide for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids
In our house, nurturing connection over compliance has become a guiding principle. With two kids who have ADHD—including…
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How These Stackable Organizers Transformed My Kitchen into a Calm Cooking Zone
Finding Calm in the Chaos In our house, chaos often feels like the default mode. Between balancing the…
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The Sensory Fidget Maze That Transformed Our Homework Time Struggles
The Sensory Fidget Maze That Transformed Our Homework Time Struggles “Why can’t you just sit still for five…
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The Scooter That Helps My ADHD Kid Channel Energy and Calm Down
The Scooter That Helps My ADHD Kid Channel Energy and Calm Down The Scooter That Helps My ADHD…
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The Book That Guided My Child to Understand Love and Friendship
The Book That Guided My Child to Understand Love and Friendship One afternoon, I found myself sitting on…
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Why Your ADHD Kid Falls Apart on the Car Ride Home (And How to Make the 17 Minutes Less Brutal)
Most parents do not know there is a name for the after-school car ride meltdown. Once you understand…
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The Mother’s Day Recovery Plan for Burned-Out ADHD Moms
A burnout recovery plan you can actually run, starting today, with eight days to spare before May 11.
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Understanding Executive Function Challenges in Neurodivergent Kids
It was getting close to dinner time, and my son was bouncing off the walls, completely absorbed in…
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Why Kids with ADHD Struggle with Sleep: Insights from Recent Studies
Just the other night, my son struggled to unwind. Despite our bedtime routine, he sat on the floor,…