Listen "Episode 15: Gen X ADHD Parenting Gen Alpha ADHD"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Heidi Faucette discusses the complex intersection of being a mom with ADHD and raising a child with ADHD. Heidi shares her personal challenges with maintaining self-care routines and instilling these habits in her daughter, Grace, who also struggles with ADHD. The episode delves into specific issues like hygiene, fear of bowel movements, and lack of balance, explaining how these may stem from ADHD. Heidi recounts advice from a pediatrician, including setting schedules and utilizing tools like Alexa for reminders, and describes her efforts to improve her daughter’s balance and posture with suggested exercises. She speaks candidly about the difficulties of being a role model and the shared struggles between her and her daughter. Ultimately, the episode aims to offer support to other mothers facing similar challenges.
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