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Parenting ADHD: The Power of Rest and Play

Parenting ADHD: The Power of Rest and Play

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What if the secret to helping children flourish isn’t in doing more, but in shaping a world where they can bloom on their own?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Deborah McNamara, developmentalist, author, and educator, whose work is grounded in attachment science, neuroscience, and developmental psychology.

We explore the power of psychological rest, the importance of play as the foundation of development, and why taking the lead as parents isn’t about control, but about creating safety, connection, and trust.

What You’ll Learn

Rest as a Foundation: How psychological rest anchored in attachment and safety creates the conditions for growth.

Play as Essential Work: Why unstructured play is key to emotional development and building a child’s unique sense of self.

Leading with Care: How stepping confidently into a leadership role as a parent nurtures security, trust, and resilience.

Dr Deborah’s insights remind us that children don’t need perfection - they need presence, connection, and room to be.

Conscious Parenting Your ADHD Child: The Coachcast is produced by Urban Podcasts.

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