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ADHD Mums

Jane McFadden
ADHD
Mental Health
Neurodiversity
Parenting
Motherhood
Autism
Neurodivergence
Burnout
Emotional Regulation
Mental Load
Parenting Challenges
Christmas
Perimenopause
Education
Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria
Sensory Overload
Anxiety
Australia
Medication
Community Support

Being a mum is hard enough. Being a mum with ADHD — or raising neurodivergent kids — is a whole different level. ADHD Mums is the unfiltered, science-meets-reality podcast hosted by Jane McFadden — an Autistic and ADHD mum with a Master's in Neuroscience and Psychology and certification as an ADHD and Autism assessor. This isn't another polished parenting show with 'ten easy tips'. It's real stori... more

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‘If you can focus on that, you can focus on this.’ You said it standing at the bench, and he looked at you like you’d said it in another language.

He’s just died fifteen times on the same level and gone again. Ten maths questions, Year 4 stuff he’s ... more

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Have you ever done everything right — dropped the demand, softened the ask, delivered it the one way that works — walked out of the room for two minutes, and come back to a child on the floor who won't get up for an hour because someone else said it ... more

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The script sat in your handbag for three weeks. Not because you’d changed your mind, but because you didn’t know what you’d say when he found it.

Then you told him over the dishes, and he didn’t even turn around. ‘I’m not giving a seven-year-old dru... more

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Have you ever been to a friend’s house where the kids walk around like they’re in a library, and yours are running like it’s a race car track? And on the drive home you’re already doing the maths on what she’s doing that you’re not.

If you’re parent... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Few
Neurodivergent counsellor and mentor who works with women and mothers on identity, burnout and life after diagnosis
Neurodivergent Counselling and Mentoring
Episode: 41. PDA and Low-Demand Parenting: When the Demands Don't Disappear, They Land on You
Emily Jade O'Keeffe
Gold Coast broadcaster and co-host of Move Over Mama with her daughter
Move Over Mama
Episode: 43. ADHD Siblings: The Background Child Who Grew Up Beside a Brother Everyone Worried About (with Emily Jade O'Keeffe)
Erica Lee
Western Australian educator; mother of two neurodivergent children; memoir author
Self-published memoir author; educator
Episode: 37. The Grief After the Diagnosis: Why You Felt Flat When You Expected Relief (with Erica Lee)
Dr. Rachel Zabel
Dietitian, feeding therapist
Moreton Bay, Queensland; telehealth
Episode: 35. ARFID and Lunchboxes: Why It Comes Home Untouched (with Dr Rachel Zabel)
Dr. Ceri Cashell
Irish GP focused on hormones, co-founder of Healthy Hormones
Healthy Hormones
Episode: 33. Hormones and Neurodivergence: Why You Have a List of Random Symptoms and No Answers (with Dr Ceri Cashell)
Bianca Comfort
Clinical psychologist who runs a telehealth clinic focused on chronic illness and neurodivergence
Bianca Comfort Clinic
Episode: 31. Why Am I Always Sick? ADHD, Burnout and the Boom-Bust Cycle (with Bianca Comfort)
Jason Lam
GP and sports medicine registrar with a special interest in hypermobility, POTS, MCAS and related conditions
Connective Tissue Disorders Network Australia; Ehlers-Danlos Network
Episode: 29. Hypermobility, POTS and MCAS: The Conditions That Cluster With ADHD (with Dr Jason Lam)
Brendan Daugherty
Child adolescent, adult and forensic psychiatrist; co-founder of Pandion Health
Pandion Health
Episode: 21. ADHD Assessment: What Actually Happens in a Psychiatrist's Appointment (with Dr Brendan Daugherty)
Amanda Moses
Senior psychologist, board approved supervisor at an ADHD and autism assessor
Independent practice (Australia/UK)
Episode: 19. Is Daycare Causing ADHD? Debunking the Diary of a CEO Episode. (with Amanda Moses)

Host

Jane McFadden
Host of ADHD Mums, Educational neuroscientist, advocate and mother of three

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 453 ratings
  • The most affordable therapy ever.

    If you’re struggling to find support, it’s here in this podcast. So many learnings each and every time actionable and Affordable because it’s free you must listen to this if you’ve had a diagnosis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emilyeverywhere
    Australia3 months ago
  • This podcast is a lifeline for any mum in the trenches of ADHD and motherhood.

    As a newly diagnosed ADHD mum with an ADHD hubby and an AuDHD daughter, this podcast has helped me so much. Not just with the practical advice, strategies and perspectives Jane provides in every episode, but with feeling validated, seen and deeply understood. This podcast is a lifeline for any mum in the trenches of ADHD and motherhood.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NMInteriors
    Australia5 months ago
  • Excellent resource

    Jane provides such an incredibly affirming glimpse into our lives - without condescending or attempting to prove her expertise in anything neurodivergent, Jane presents a really inclusive and safe, multi faceted, nuanced podcast that shines light on our shred our realities. Without shying away from the scary, raw and unfiltered ‘hard’ parts of our experiences Jane has managed to create a space to feel pride and contentment and maybe even a chance to be excited by what others might not realise ar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krystal Cronin
    Australia9 months ago
  • Very helpful!

    A podcast that explains and reflects, in a very relatable and personable way, my own experience with ADHD. It’s very affirming to realise you’re not actually alone in these experiences!

    For example, this podcast is the first time I have heard my personal experience with meditation explained - panic followed by disassociation (for me it’s a feeling of the world being “unreal” or that I’m in a waking dream), as well as some simple things that might help.

    Thank you for this and other insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkaijaO
    Australiaa year ago
  • Feeling Seen!

    “As a mum with ADHD, this podcast has been such a safe space. Hearing other mums share their stories makes me feel less alone, and the practical tips actually fit into real family life. I love the honesty, humour, and the sense of community it creates.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SharnaMaree
    Australiaa year ago

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Evidence-based and empathetic, feels like a supportive community.
Engaging, validating, and practical for overwhelmed mums.
Honest, relatable storytelling with expert insights.
Accessible science and real-life tips that actually fit family life.
Bright, no-nonsense host with a strong sense of advocacy.

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46. ADHD Medication: ‘You Want to Give Him Speed?’ He Read the Label Out Loud at the Kitchen Bench
Q: What can I do when my partner objects to my child taking ADHD medication and asks what is actually in it?
McFadden explains the differences between stimulant medications and street use, and recommends involving the hesitant caregiver in a prescriber appointment. Families can also agree on a time-limited trial and decide in advance what changes to evaluate.
41. PDA and Low-Demand Parenting: When the Demands Don't Disappear, They Land on You
Q: If a child benefits from low-demand parenting, what can the mother do to keep it working without losing herself?
Few recommends self-compassion, identifying what the mother needs in the moment, and building a realistic picture of what her family can manage. She encourages mothers to prioritize what matters to their family and allow other tasks to go, rather than automatically adding them to the list.
41. PDA and Low-Demand Parenting: When the Demands Don't Disappear, They Land on You
Q: What is low-demand parenting, and what is it not?
Few describes it as carefully noticing the many demands in everyday life and reducing pressure to help regulate a child's nervous system. It requires ongoing attention to the child's capacity and can leave the parent feeling as if they are walking on eggshells.
44. Does Social Media Make ADHD Worse? You’ve Saved Hundreds of ‘That’s Me’ Reels and Nothing’s Changed
Q: I wonder if anyone else feels like their ADHD gets worse by consuming ADHD content.
McFadden says social media and phones can be distracting, but suggests judging ADHD content by whether it leads to practical change. She recommends sorting saved videos into actionable advice, entertainment, and content to unfollow.
45. Parenting ADHD Kids: You’ve Made a Rod for Your Own Back
Q: Am I making a rod for my own back, or am I actually doing the right thing in terms of the long game?
McFadden says another family's quieter household cannot measure whether parenting strategies are working, because children differ. Strategies may not reduce ADHD traits, but they can improve relationships and prevent or shorten difficult situations. She recommends tracking patterns and noticing what did not happen.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD Mums

What is ADHD Mums about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on mothers navigating parenting under the lens of neurodiversity, with a strong focus on ADHD and autism. Real stories accompany expert insights from clinicians, researchers, and policy-makers, creating a practical, evidence-informed look at diagnosis, treatment, and daily family life. Common threads include burnout, the invisible labor of caregiving, and advocacy around medication access and systemic supports. The host blends personal experience with science, offering validation, actionable tips, and a candid, no-nonsense voice that resonates with parents and caregivers seeking practical guidance and community.

A notable strength is the combination of lived experience and professional expertise, which helps translate res... more

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ADHD Mums launched 4 years ago and published 321 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on ADHD Mums include:

1. Rachel Few
2. Emily Jade O'Keeffe
3. Erica Lee
4. Dr. Rachel Zabel
5. Dr. Ceri Cashell
6. Bianca Comfort
7. Jason Lam
8. Brendan Daugherty

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