Any hacks to make keeping the house clean easier are a win. In a household affected by ADHD, automation or making things fun or easy helps. We love using this easy DIY daily shower spray to make cleaning a breeze. Reducing our toxin load Consumer education and awareness has increased over the last decade or… Continue reading Easy DIY daily shower spray to make cleaning a breeze
Practical grounding with senses
Emotional dysregulation isn’t currently part of the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. However, it is commonly one of the most disruptive symptoms for many. When emotions get intense, here are some tools for practical grounding with senses. Practicing mindfulness is a great tool. Learning about how to implement it before emotions are out of control will… Continue reading Practical grounding with senses
5 easy nightly habits for ADHD success
Night time can be hard with kids, particularly with ADHD. At the end of the day kids tanks are empty. Coping skills are at their lowest, and parents are tired too. Quality sleep is needed to recharge for the next day, but accomplishing that can be difficult. Here are 5 nightly habits for ADHD success… Continue reading 5 easy nightly habits for ADHD success
10 simple happiness triggers for daily practice
In a world full of advice and comparison, it’s easy to feel inadequate. There is lots of advice on self care, but much of it is expensive or time consuming. However, in a world with limited ability to avoid all negative triggers, happiness tools are vital. Here are 10 simple happiness triggers for daily practice… Continue reading 10 simple happiness triggers for daily practice
Don’t forget to love yourself first
Parenting is hard! Parenting a child with ADHD can seem insurmountable at times! Life throws curveballs, and routines and systems get thrown off track. Don’t forget to love yourself first through the ups and downs! How do you talk to yourself? My older daughter Biggs recently started to experience some self doubt in her gymnastics.… Continue reading Don’t forget to love yourself first
20 Songs for inspiration
Life in 2020/2021 were heavy. Life in an ADHD affected household can feel lonely, and full of challenges. As I strive to change my mindset towards empowered living, I have been seeking inspiration. Here are 20 songs for inspiration that are among my current favorites. All of these are available on Amazon’s Music Unlimited, which… Continue reading 20 Songs for inspiration
Successful Mornings with ADHD
Mornings can be hard for many people. Mornings with ADHD can be even harder. Using all the tools to set the stage for a successful day are even more important with ADHD. Here are some things we utilize to have successful mornings with ADHD. Start the Night Before As an Amazon Associate I earn from… Continue reading Successful Mornings with ADHD
10 Reasons to homeschool
Before I became a parent I thought I would never homeschool my children. I didn’t think I had the patience. Some homeschooled kids I knew struggled to navigate social situations as adults. Below are 10 reasons to homeschool outside of the stereotypes. Homeschool schedule flexibility People ask me all the time how I have time… Continue reading 10 Reasons to homeschool
Finally a responsibility chart that works!
Chore charts can be a struggle to create and implement successfully. In our household, it is complicated by a parent with ADHD. Creating and sticking with systems is difficult. Many attempts have been made and failed for various reasons. In desperation to pull out all the stops to help Little Bit have the best chance… Continue reading Finally a responsibility chart that works!
Gratitude for emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence and regulation can be hard to teach. With ADHD, it is even more of a challenge. I love this gratitude journal. It aids the discussions of teaching gratitude for emotional intelligence for both my girls. Practicing gratitude I enjoy quality time with my girls on the nights that I am not working. We… Continue reading Gratitude for emotional intelligence