308 Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess
308 Raising Kids While Being a Hot (ADHD) Mess
I Have ADHD Podcast
69 minutes
Hosted by Kristen Carder

Episode Description

<p>If you’re parenting with ADHD, you already know—it’s a <em>lot.</em> The meltdowns (sometimes yours), the forgotten school forms, the overstimulation, the guilt spiral after snapping at your kid… and then the vow to <em>do better next time.</em></p><p>In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to be a <em>good enough</em> parent, even when ADHD makes it hard. You’ll learn the 5 essential building blocks every ADHD parent needs (hint: perfection is <em>not</em> one of them), and how to model one of the most powerful relationship skills there is: <b>repair.</b></p><p>Because here’s the thing: ADHD brains mess up sometimes. We say the wrong thing, lose our cool, or zone out when our kid really needs us. That doesn’t make you a bad parent. What matters most is what you do next—and this episode will show you how to turn those moments into meaningful connection.</p><p>We’ll also talk about:</p><ol><li>The heritability of ADHD (and what that means for your family)</li><li>Why understanding your own ADHD is key to raising resilient kids</li><li>How to ditch the guilt and embrace accountability</li><li>What “good enough” parenting actually looks like</li><li>The 5 R’s that help ADHD parents build trust, connection, and confidence</li></ol><p>You don’t need to be perfect—you just need to show up, own your mistakes, and keep trying. And guess what? That’s <em>exactly</em> what your kid needs to see.</p><p>Want more support on your parenting journey? Join the <a href="https://ihaveadhd.com/focused/?internal-link"><b>FOCUSED coaching membership</b></a>—doors are open! </p><p>👉 Grab my free guide: <a href="https://ihaveadhd.com/free-guide/"><em>10 Things I Wish My Doctor Told Me When I Was Diagnosed with ADHD</em> </a></p><p>👉 Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/i.have.adhd.podcast">@i.have.adhd.podcast</a></p><p>Watch this episode on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@I.have.adhd.podcast">YouTube</a></p><p>Want help with your ADHD? Join <a href="https://ihaveadhd.com/focused/?internal-link">FOCUSED</a>!</p><p>Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343</p><p>Hang out with Kristen on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/i.have.adhd.podcast/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@i.have.adhd.podcast?_t=8q1HUBkkYE9&_r=1">TikTok</a></p><p><a href="http://athleticgreens.com/ihaveadhd">AG 1 by Athletic Greens</a></p>