Have you ever left a conversation feeling like you missed out on sharing important details, key facts that may have shifted the trajectory of the conversation? This week we're taking one more look at the origins of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and how things like inattention, time blindness, and social anxiety can lead to a cascade of challenges for mothers. By the end of this episode you will better understand:

• More unique ways ADHD can present in motherhood
• Common postpartum experiences that may be linked to ADHD
• Simple strategies to help lessen the feeling of overwhelm

Completing a daily devotion through the YouVersion Bible app is one of the simple activities that has help support my long term mental wellness. I’d love to stay connected with you throughout the week by reading a Bible plan together. Click the Bible plan link to join me and other mama’s.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis you can call the suicide and crisis lifeline at 988.

For mother's who are pregnant, a new parent, or of childbearing age you can call or text the national maternal mental health hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) for 24/7 support.

If you or someone you know is at immediate risk of hurting yourself or others please call 9-1-1 to report a psychiatric emergency and request a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer.

Dr. Gabor Mate himself was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Read his book "Scattered Minds: The origins and healing of Attention Deficit Disorder"

https://amzn.to/4boXgHl (Amazon Affiliate link)

Read the article "From Foggy to Focused: Moms with ADHD" by ShaRhonda Donald, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MSN, RN-BC, ADHD-CCSP

https://postpartum.net/from-foggy-to-focused-moms-with-adhd/

Tips and strategies from the ADDitude magazine in the article "Overwhelmed Mom Syndrome-It's a real thing"

https://www.additudemag.com/overwhelmed-mom-with-adhd/?srsltid=AfmBOoq83Veq5-_Iivi4OKCKhqwEr98iGNP25HCAKefNSuVVddLgrK3c

This mother reflects on her experience as an empty nester looking back with regrets longing for a do-over in her article "Can I have a Do-Over? Motherhood and ADHD" by Jane Indergaard, DNP, RN

https://chadd.org/attention-article/can-i-have-a-do-over-motherhood-and-adhd/

Support National Day of Action for Maternal Mental Health: Online Advocacy Campaign. Sponsored by The Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance

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