No one pushes your buttons like your kids or partner can! Angry moms unite!  Jokes aside, when anger gets out of hand, nothing good happens. Not only do we hurt ourselves and the people around us, the shame and guilt add on even more weight.  This was a huge problem for me for the first few years of parenting. I still yell sometimes cuz I’m not perfect. You can be free of the angry red eyed monster, too. How can you tell you’re about to lose your cool?  What can you stop taking your anger...

Do your deep thoughts turn in to thought spirals? Today we’re talking about rumination: what it is, when it’s a problem, and what to do when your thoughts turn anxious, negative, or obsessive.  I used to spend a lot of my energy what if-ing, worrying, and planning for the 37 possibilities that could possibly occur. If this is you, too, you don’t have to stay in that thought prison!  Let’s talk about how rumination interplays with ADHD, how to use it for your good, and what to do when it...

Sad, mad, annoyed, happy, sad, crying, mad, tired. All within an hour!  While hormones may be invisible to us, they sure do wreak havoc on our lives! Linda is here to teach us what's going on inside that drives our mood and energy in more ways than we can count.  For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week.  Today’s guest is Linda Roggli.  Linda is a professional ADHD coach for ADHD women 40-and-better, a retreat facilitator, organizing expert and...

Parenting with ADHD for ADHD is difficult. I mess it up a lot.  I apologize a lot. I’m working on it. And I bet you are, too.  For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week. Today’s episode holds conflict resolution skills for our parenting tool belts. Our guest, Dr. Tamara Rosier, is founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live...

***Note that today’s episode is not for little ears, so grab your headphones or listen away from the kids. Intimacy is more than what happens in the bedroom. When things are not going well in the bedroom, it shows up in everyday life too.  Relationship problems fester when ignored, seeping into the way you and your partner prioritize each other and communicate in your relationship. Throw ADHD in the mix and you’ve got advanced relationship needs, too. For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re...

Parenting a child with ADHD or neurodiversity brings many challenges and stresses, but connecting with other parents going through similar experiences can help you feel less isolated and lonely.  How can you best support both your ADHD child and yourself? For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week.  Today’s guest is IngerShaye Colzie, MSW, LSW. IngerShaye provides executive ADHD coaching, individualized coaching and group coaching. In private sessions she...

You're not imagining it.  Your ADHD symptoms can change as you age.  ADHD in older adults can be very different than when you were younger and it's definitely not researched enough yet!  You don't need to qualify as a senior citizen before your age affects your ADHD, so youngin’s and elders alike, let's listen in.  For ADHD Awareness Month, we’re talking to a new ADHD guest expert every week.  Today’s guest is David W. Goodman, M.D., an expert in ADHD in older adults. David W. Goodman,...

When you go to a party, no matter the occasion or fanciness level, people often gravitate towards the kitchen.  They circle up near the host at the grill or around the kitchen island, chatting while leaning against the counter and snacking on crackers. Even when they could be sitting in a comfy chair, people gravitate towards the heartbeat of the party. The kitchen. This is how I want my community to feel… casually hanging around the kitchen counter, with snacks and drinks. Come and go as...

There is a 50-75% chance that your child will have ADHD when you, their parent, have ADHD. That means everything multiplies exponentially - both the struggles and the wins! Parenting is already a tough job, and ADHD adds extra flavor, spunk, and responsibility onto both our and our kids’ plates.  How can we raise our ADHD children well?  Meet Tracy Otsuka, author & host of the ADHD for Smart Ass Women podcast & book.  Tracy Otsuka, JD, is a certified ADHD coach and the host of the...

Feeling like your body is staging a mutiny? Join the club!  I’ve been dealing with autoimmune issues for over a decade.  The majority of my clients also have autoimmune and chronic health issues, from chronic fatigue, celiac disease, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, to arthritis… the list goes on.  I don’t think that’s a coincidence! It’s not just the physical toll that illness takes on you, but also the mental battle. I grappled often with the impact my health had on my parenting. While I’m...

Have you ever lost it on your kids and your partner gives you some side eye along with, “WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?!?” While yes, your child is being rude, you’re mostly grumpy because your shirt is itchy and it’s hot outside. And then you beat yourself up because you think, “what IS wrong with me?” because you turned something little into a yelling fest?!? Sigh. On today's episode of "Motherhood in ADHD," we're diving headfirst into the whirlwind of dealing with hypersensitivity,...

Feel like you've tried every hack & trick on the internet, only to find yourself still tossed around the rough seas of ADHD challenges?  Well, grab a life jacket, and join me on this podcast journey as I share some salty opinions on ADHD coaching and other solutions available on the internet. In this episode, we're unraveling the thread of misconceptions, and highlighting the real benefits of finding the right coach for you. Spoiler alert: Even great athletes have coaches in order to...

Whoo-hoo! Today we’re celebrating! This summer, we hit 1,000,000 downloads on the podcast!!!  To celebrate, I hosted a live Q&A podcast episode last month and here it is… You all asked some amazing questions!  You shared your hearts and experiences. It was a beautiful time together. You had me reflecting on my podcasting journey and the last 5 years, from overcoming self-doubt to reaching a million downloads, and the importance of staying true to myself and my values.  We talked...

Meet my friend Jacki, host of the Here’s What I Learned Podcast. In this episode, Jacki and I chat about the successes and struggles of owning a business when you have ADHD.  Jacki shares:  In today's episode, I talk with Patricia Sung about the challenges and benefits of starting a business as people with ADHD. Patricia shares the importance of seeking support and finding a balance between flexibility and structure when running a thriving business. We also chat about managing energy...

Meet my friend Allison Jordan, host of The Better Belly Podcast. In this episode, Allison and I chat about the basics of ADHD in women, gut health in relation to ADHD, and how to make the little habits easier, like taking your supplements or eating meals regularly. Allison shares:  As you guys know, we are currently in an ADHD series on the Better Belly Podcast. And I thought, what better way to do an ADHD series than to have an expert on supporting women with ADHD onto the podcast? ...

When you think of doing something for yourself, do you jump in with both feet? Or do you think about aaaaaaaaallllllll the reasons you shouldn’t? Meet my actual real-life friend, Tami Hackbarth, host of 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care. In this episode, Tami and I chat about an honest look at motherhood through the lens of ADHD. Tami shares: I am so excited to introduce you to my guest this week! I met Patricia at Mom2 Summit last year in Scottsdale. We bonded quickly over having both been...

WOW! IT HAPPENED!!! The Motherhood in ADHD Podcast hit 1 million downloads!!! And it’s all because of you!  Thank you, thank you, thank you! It’s because of you that we’ve made it this far :)  And it goes to show HOW MANY OF US ADHD MOMS there are in the world. You’re not alone, clearly! I’ve been dreaming up how to celebrate with you for moooooonths and now it’s happening!!! You’re invited to a live recording of the podcast! Come join me on July 30th at 11 AM - Noon Eastern / 8 - 9...

Meet my friend Bethany Lovern, host of Breastfeeding Relief with Bethany.  In this episode, Bethany and I chat about struggles as a new mom, including breastfeeding, Postpartum Depression (PPD), Postpartum Anxiety (PPA), and Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex or D-MER. Bethany shares: In this episode, Patricia discusses how she struggled with her ADHD symptoms after becoming a mom, leading to sleepless nights spent searching for support online. Though initially unwilling, she was later prompted...

Struggling with sleep at your house?   Today’s guest is Heather Erickson of Sleep and Beyond Consulting. Heather is a sleep coach that helps parents support their children for better sleep.  No matter if you have a big kid who fights sleep or you’re pregnant with your first nugget, Heather shares a ton of strategies on how to make bedtime easier for everyone.  We dove into how to create a soothing sleep sequence for your children, how we can prepare in pregnancy for the sleep deprivation...

Are you feeling anxious or lazy cuz you’re avoiding tasks you need or want to do?  Do you want to achieve a big goal but think it isn’t realistic right now? What if you *never* get around to the big dreams you have?  *cue PANIC* When you’ve spent years feeling like you’re procrastinating, being lazy, and not understanding why you can’t just do the thing, you can easily get confused when there is something you really want to do but it’s not a good fit right now.  Sometimes life is too...

How do you juggle growing professionally while also being a great mom and taking care of yourself?  Meet today’s guest, Crystal Ware. Crystal and I dive into a dual episode that is being aired both on my podcast and on her podcast “Get Clear with Crystal Ware”.  From discussing the struggles of balancing work and family, to offering advice on advocating for a raise at work, Crystal's insights provide valuable guidance for women in professional settings.   Together, we’re exploring the...

When you feel like a BIG loser and failure… Eryn asks for help: “I'm always disappointed in myself that when faced with one small obstacle, I give up and cave on everything I've worked so hard to build and then it takes me WEEKS just to summon the effort/courage to get back on track - whether with diet/exercise, my small business, supporting my husband in his own business, or keeping a consistent routine for my 4 kids. It's so defeating and, as a wife & mom, makes me feel like the...

Recently, I discussed with 4 mom friends the point of Mother’s Day. Spoiler Alert: We all had differing opinions and none of us do the same things on Mother’s Day. While some dislike its baggage and some of us loved a day of being treated like a queen, we did agree that moms could all use a lot more care and rest. You deserve more than 1 day out of 365, mama. Because caring for yourself isn’t an optional activity.  At some point, your body or mind will make you take a break when you...

Scared of meeting new people? Does small talk give you hives? If you want to make new mom friends, but aren’t sure what to do next, let’s hang out on today’s episode! Until recently, parties where I didn’t know anyone were scarier than any snake, clown, or ghost. As someone who’s been painfully shy my whole life, I never knew what to say or how to leave a conversation before it got awkward.  I was so awkward! Today I’m sharing my struggles with making friends, especially in new...