Ep.4: Normalising Neurodivergence; an interview with Emma Llewellyn

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08/29/23 • 91 min

Emma Llewelyn, ADHD mum and content creator, graces us with her presence, sharing her highs and lows of living with ADHD while raising children.
Find out what got her to where she is, what she loves and loathes about her role as a content creator, the unique challenges and strengths of her long-term ND relationship, and how the struggles of being a parent can take its toll on the ND brain. We discuss the parallels between ADHD and ASD, and the art of masking.
Learn how she manages to produce so much amazingly normalising snippets that can be recognised by others grappling with similar challenges and daily experiences.
She discusses her strategies, from the practical things like her special office chair, to the emotional journey of acknowledging and accepting the impact of her ADHD diagnosis. Here, she discusses the underbelly of her struggles with disconnection and guilt, but also the healing that acceptance and understanding bring.
The conversation evolves as we delve into Emma's spiritual journey, discussing astrology, tarot and intuition. We hear her thoughts on career changes, the importance of seeking support, and her progress in her relationships. Join us as we ask Emma the questions you've been wanting to, and share in her journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and growth.

Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding...

All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.
Artwork by Gen
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Ep.3: Doubling the Chaos- From ADHD to MOTHERHOOD WITH ADHD

In Part 3 of introductions month we continue a candid chat about our personal journeys. As we discuss our life paths so far, we share stories about college and university, jobs, relationships, realising we had ADHD, and becoming mums. We keep it real about the reality of parenting while managing ADHD, from dealing with societal gender expectations to the unique struggles of women with ADHD.
This episode looks at the complexities of ADHD female life... becoming ADHD mum life, discussing everything from the challenge of maintaining household routines to inconsistency with discipline.
Drawing from a study of 500 American parents with ADHD children, we also shed light on how these situations can affect father-child relationships, and share our own struggles around self-blame and shame.
In our regular feature we discuss their highs and lows of our week as ADHD mums.
Get ready, because we think that the experiences that we share may give you some major moments of feeling a lot less like the odd one out.
Whether you're a parent with ADHD, or you know someone who is, tune in for an episode packed with relatable experiences, raw emotions, insights, tips, and a whole lot of heart.
RESOURCES:
Ladders Of Life, long-running Liverpool support group for ADHD/ Aspergers adults.

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Ep.5: DIAGNOSIS - Controversies and consequences

This episode marks the start of ADHD MUMS Diagnosis month.
Seeking diagnosis is too often a rollercoaster ride, a reeeeeeally painfully slow one! Navigating the complications of ADHD diagnosis while balancing the challenges of modern motherhood, that's extra!
In this week's Highs And Lows Of The Week we reflect on the ending of the summer holidays, from the challenges of travel with kids, to the kindness of strangers, and the stresses of the transition to high school.
We then map our own paths to ADHD diagnosis, and discuss the controversial Panorama documentary titled 'Private ADHD Clinics Exposed', which aired the day of Claire's assessment! We share our thoughts and feelings about the documentary, its potential impact on public opinion, and its unsettling influence on the mindset of people awaiting an ADHD diagnosis. We don't shy away from the hard questions, pondering whether private clinics have a financial motivation to over-diagnose, and the ripple effects this could have on patients seeking help.
Stay tuned gang, we are just getting started! From discussions about our personal highs and lows to more in-depth conversations about ADHD and parenting issues, we can't wait to continue learning, growing, and laughing together.
Gen & Claire, your SISTERS IN CHAOS! xxx
RESOURCES:
LADDERS OF LIFE Liverpool support group for adults with ADHD or Aspergers