Ever feel like ADHD parenting is pure chaos? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, we sit down with ADHD expert, coach, and former behavioral specialist Jim Burgoon to talk about what it’s really like parenting ADHD kids while having ADHD yourself. From ADHD meltdowns and executive dysfunction to parenting hacks and behavior strategies, this episode covers it all.

If you’re raising a neurodivergent child (or two!), this is your survival guide. Tune in for real talk, expert insights, and ADHD-friendly parenting tips.

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CONNECT WITH JIM! 👉 leadwithjim.com

💡 Resources Mentioned:

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week:
⏲️ Time Timer - This visual timer encourages organization and productivity for all ages, including those with autism, ADHD or other learning disabilities. A removable soft silicone case is included!

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

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Did I cause my child’s ADHD? If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, you’re not alone. In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, we’re busting myths and diving into the science of where ADHD really comes from—spoiler: it’s NOT because of sugar, screen time, or bad parenting. We’ll break down the role of genetics, brain structure, and environmental factors, plus why asking where it came from isn’t nearly as important as what we can do to support our neurodivergent kids. Stick around for practical ADHD parenting tips, our product of the week (Smart but Scattered and the Timed Timer), and an empowering affirmation to keep you going. (2025)

🎧 Listen now & subscribe for weekly ADHD parenting insights!

💡 Resources Mentioned:

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week:
⏲️ Time Timer - This visual timer encourages organization and productivity for all ages, including those with autism, ADHD or other learning disabilities. A removable soft silicone case is included!

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

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Raising a neurodivergent child is a wild ride, and today on Chaos & Caffeine, we’re sitting down with the amazing Katy Bolton—a neurodivergent mother, birth advocate, and founder of Mother Gaia. Katy shares her journey of raising a child with ADHD and autism, the challenges and triumphs of neurodivergent parenting, and how she empowers mothers through trauma-informed birth support. If you’re navigating the beautiful chaos of raising an ADHD or autistic child, this episode is packed with wisdom, relatability, and practical advice.

☕ Grab your coffee, hit play, and let’s dive in! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a fellow ADHD parent who needs to hear this.

Connect with Katy! 👉

Website: mother-gaia.co.uk

Insta: @mother_gaia_crabtree

Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@Mother_Gaia_Crabtree/podcasts

Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/mothergaiacrabtree

💡 Resources Mentioned:

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week: Supplemental Support & Reads!
📖 ADHD 2.0 by Dr. Hallowell & Dr. Ratey
🌿 Mood Munchies by Joy Spring (ADHD-friendly supplement)

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

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👉 Thinking about ADHD medication for your child but feeling overwhelmed by opinions, myths, and internet debates? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, we’re breaking down:
✔️ The science behind ADHD medication (what it actually does)
✔️ The pros & cons of medicating ADHD kids
✔️ Common myths & misconceptions about ADHD meds
✔️ My personal ADHD medication journey—what changed my mind
✔️ How to decide if meds are right for your child (step-by-step guide)

💡 Whether you're pro-medication, against it, or just trying to figure it all out, this episode is judgment-free, research-backed, and full of real talk. Grab your coffee, embrace the chaos, and let’s dive in! ☕💛

💡 Resources Mentioned:

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week: Supplemental Support & Reads!
📖 ADHD 2.0 by Dr. Hallowell & Dr. Ratey
🌿 Mood Munchies by Joy Spring (ADHD-friendly supplement)

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

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Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and like there’s no time for YOU? You’re not alone, mama! In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, I sit down with self-care and motherhood coach Emma Benyon to break down real, doable self-care strategies for busy moms. Emma is a certified NLP Master Practitioner and founder of the Positive Wellbeing Zine for Mums, and she’s here to show you how to ditch the burnout, stop the guilt, and finally make time for yourself—without the overwhelm.

We’re diving into:
☕ How to stop running on empty and create a self-care routine that actually works
☕ The biggest myths about mom burnout and why self-care isn’t selfish
☕ Time-saving hacks to balance motherhood, work, and YOU
☕ Mindset shifts that help you set boundaries and say NO without guilt

🚀 Ready to feel less stressed and more YOU? Hit play and let’s do this!

💡 Links & Resources:
🔗 Check out Emma’s Positive Wellbeing Zine → emmabenyoncoaching.co.uk

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week: ADHD Books for Kids & Parents!
If you're wondering how to explain ADHD to your child, you're not alone! Thankfully, there are some fantastic books that break it down in a way kids can understand while helping them feel empowered. Here are my top picks for this week:
🔹 My Brain is a Race Car
🔹 A Dragon With ADHD
🔹 All Dogs Have ADHD
🔹 What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

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Do you tell your child they have ADHD, or do you keep it a secret? Many parents struggle with this question, and in this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, ADHD parenting expert Danielle Kelly breaks it all down.

✅ The apprehensions parents face—Will they use ADHD as an excuse? Will it lower their self-esteem?
✅ The pros and cons of telling vs. not telling, backed by research and expert insights
✅ Our personal story—why I told my child he has a "Fast Brain" and how it changed his self-perception
✅ Key questions to help YOU decide what’s best for your family
✅ Practical strategies for whichever path you choose

💡 Resources Mentioned:

This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!

📚 Product of the Week: ADHD Books for Kids & Parents!
If you're wondering how to explain ADHD to your child, you're not alone! Thankfully, there are some fantastic books that break it down in a way kids can understand while helping them feel empowered. Here are my top picks for this week:
🔹 My Brain is a Race Car
🔹 A Dragon With ADHD
🔹 All Dogs Have ADHD
🔹 What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew

Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.

Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

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Parenting a neurodivergent kid is like riding a rollercoaster blindfolded while chugging espresso—equal parts exhilarating and terrifying. But fear not! In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, I sit down with Sam Marion, LCSW, a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, author, and all-around badass advocate for neurodivergent families.

We’re diving into:
✅ What “neurodiversity-affirming” actually means (and why it matters!)
✅ The biggest mistakes parents make when raising neurodivergent kids (yep, we’re calling it out)
✅ How to support ADHD, autistic, and PDA kiddos without losing your damn mind
✅ Why traditional therapy doesn’t always work for neurodivergent kids—and what to do instead
✅ How to regulate your own nervous system so your kid doesn’t set the whole house on fire (metaphorically… or not)

If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing as a parent (you’re not, btw), this episode will give you the tools, mindset shifts, and real-talk support you need to actually help your neurodivergent child thrive.

🎧 Grab your coffee (or something stronger) and hit play—this one’s a game-changer!

🔗 Connect with Sam:
🌍 sammarion.com
📖 Embracing All Brains: A 30-Day Guided Journal for Becoming a Neurodivergent-Affirming Educator – Available on Amazon!
🎙️ Follow his podcast Neurodivergent Spot for more neurodivergent parenting gems!

💡 Resources:

• This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!
• Related Products of the Week: Let’s make learning emotional regulation fun and interactive with some CBT therapy games!

🎲 Da Vinci's Room Don't Go Bananas

🎭 Emotional Rollercoaster

🔥 CBTrail Therapy Game

• Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.
• Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

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Does your ADHD child struggle with meltdowns, emotional outbursts, and big feelings? You’re not alone! ADHD makes emotional regulation HARD, but in this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, we’ll break down:
✅ Why ADHD kids struggle with self-regulation
✅ How YOU can help (without constant battles)
✅ Why modeling emotional regulation is the secret weapon
✅ How to manage your own stress so you can parent effectively

💡 Resources Mentioned:

• This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!
• Related Products of the Week: Let’s make learning emotional regulation fun and interactive with some CBT therapy games!

🎲 Da Vinci's Room Don't Go Bananas

🎭 Emotional Rollercoaster

🔥 CBTrail Therapy Game

• Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.
• Need a roadmap for ADHD parenting? Join my live workshop, First Steps After the Diagnosis, and get your life back on track. Sign up now!

📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com.

🎧 Hit follow & share this episode with another ADHD parent who needs it!

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