Navigating Burnout, Motherhood, and Reconnecting In this raw and unfiltered episode, Sam returns after a four-month hiatus to open up about her recent experiences with burnout, the challenges of balancing motherhood, and the isolating nature of her life. She touches on her struggles with maintaining motivation, particularly after a family holiday and outlines the difficulties of managing her content creation in Australia. Sam also discusses her early perimenopausal symptoms, hormone the...

Tips for any type of travel but especially for International travel. In this episode I personal experiences and practical tips for traveling internationally with a young child. As an AuDHDer who has travelled internationally with my daughter several times I share the preparation strategies, essential items to pack, and accommodations available for hidden disabilities that I've learned. Key tips using a sunflower lanyard for hidden disabilitiesleveraging AI for travel planningpacking efficient...

*Not medical advice. Please consult a medical practitioner before starting any new supplements or vitamins. 7-Day FREE trial + 20% off your first month of Attempting Motherhood Community In this episode, we are joined by Erica Garber, a functional nutritional practitioner based in Canada. The discussion covers what it means to be a functional nutritional practitioner, the supplements recommended for ADHD and perimenopause, and the significance of hormones in ADHD management. Erica...

*This episodes includes discussion of intercourse and pelvic anatomy. Understanding Pelvic Health: Common but Not Normal Issues Postpartum This episode features a conversation with Lynn Schulte, a pelvic floor physical therapist, who addresses common postpartum issues like leakage and painful intercourse. Lynn stresses that these issues are common but not normal and discusses the importance of working with a pelvic floor physical therapist for recovery. The discussion covers vario...

Understanding and Managing Restraint Collapse and Transitions In this solo episode, Sam discusses the concept of restraint collapse, where individuals release pent-up emotions and stress upon reaching a safe space or person. Although often linked to children, Sam explains that adults also experience restraint collapse. The episode also offers practical techniques for mitigating its effects and navigating transitions effectively. Tips include: use of sensory toolsdeep oral i...

In this short episode I breakdown what you can expect for Season 2, what 2025 plans I have, and take a deep dive into the Attempting Motherhood Membership. 20% off + 7-Day Trial for The Attempting Motherhood Membership https://www.attemptingmotherhood.com/membership Code: PODCAST for 20% off! What do you think of the new podcast cover? Share your feedback, suggestions, and thoughts in the "Send us a message" box below. Want to get in touch? Send us a message! Thank you for listeni...

This week I'm joined by Grace Koelma of Future ADHD This was a special conversation. Grace is the newly published author of “The ADHD Focus Friend”. We chat about the book, launching January 8th, which explores strategies for managing ADHD, alongside her popular digital planners which have been transformative tools for many. We open with Grace sharing her personal journey of motherhood and discovering her neurodivergent traits, emphasizing the importance of self-diagnosis, advocacy, and cre...

This week I'm joined by Steph from Abundant on a Budget. I cannot even explain how much I learned from this conversation! She talks about budgeting and how to make it realistic - meaning you'll actually stick to it- as a neurodivergent person. She share how you can make money doing side hustles (surveys, user testing, etc) with no experience or huge social media following necessary. Since Steph is neurodivergent and has lived with chronic illness she's always explored how to do things "dif...

We all know the holidays can bring with them joy and merriment... and a mountain of additional mental load! In this episode I provide actionable strategies you can do to better navigate this time of year. Additionally, to help you, I've created some guides, lists, and trackers to give you a hand managing the mental load this holiday season. Resources: Mental Load Bundle (all of the below in one link) Gift Guides Holiday Family Connection List Hosting Prep Cheat Sheet Gift List & T...

I'm joined by Megs from Organizing an ADHD Brain We chat about motherhood and being neurodivergent (of course) and dive into why organizing is about more than making your house "Pinterest perfect". Megs shares the moment she realized she needed to reevaluate their Christmas plans and traditions, and how she's helping herself and others do it differently this year. She shares how we can plan and get rid of the overwhelm that comes with taking on too much and feeling guilty we can't "do it a...

In this episode I talk about ways you can accommodate you and your family members during the holidays. This includes: -reflecting on past years -questioning traditions (and making new ones) -maintaining routine during the holidays -giving your child autonomy during this time (with examples) -advocating for your child's personal boundaries -have an "out" at gatherings -using social stories -managing expectations (yours and extended family's) -safe foods and comfort items -opening gif...

In this solo pod, Sam talks about the perceptions vs reality we may experience - that may be in part due to internalised ableism, unrealistic expectations, and the lie of modern mothers being able to "do it all"... or a bit of all of those. There are ACTIONABLE TIPS broken down to help you work through this as well as some "reality checks" to keep in mind for the times your perception is clouding your reality. Episodes Mentioned: Resentment in Your Relationship Navigating Fluctuating Ca...

I'm joined by Kendra Koch, founder of Divergently a community platform for late diagnosed neurodivergent women. We start, as always, with Kendra's motherhood story- which, like my own, is so intertwined with her ADHD diagnosis and realisation. She offered amazing insights on the importance of listening to mother's and their intuition as well as the lost aspect of community in mothering. This was such a wonderful conversation and it felt like a catch up with an old friend - even tough we'v...

Everyday Mama: Series This series consists of chats between Sam and "everyday mamas" sharing their unique and interesting experiences. Today I'm joined by Regina - a mom who shares her journey of migrating to Australia, discovering her daughter is AuDHD(PDA) and her own late realisation of AuDHD. We go into what the diagnosis process was like for her daughter (and when she realised her own AuDHD) and what supports she has been able to access in the few years since diagnosis. She also share...

I am not a doctor or a medical professional. All information provided in this episode is meant to act as a springboard for you to do your own research and speak to your prescribing practitioner about cyclic dosing of your ADHD Medication. Resources mentioned: Study: Female-specific pharmacotherapy in ADHD: premenstrual adjustment of psychostimulant dosage LetterLife Blog: ADHD Medication Across the Menstrual Cycle ADDITUDE article: The Menstrual Cycle Impacts ADHD Symptoms Study: The femal...

In this episode, Sam chats once again with the wonderful Dr. Lotta Borg Skoglund to explore ADHD in women - with a special focus on the unique challenges they face, including hormonal influences and the critical role of community support. Together, we delve into important topics that highlight the intersection of ADHD, gender, and life changes. Key Points Covered: The Importance of Non-Ad Content Sam shares her dedication to providing authentic, valuable resources to listeners, like Letter Li...

Trigger Warning :police violence against autistic individuals Autism Advocate Erin Garcia joins me to talk about her evolution of "I don't know what to do" after her child's autism diagnosis, to now advocating and creating resources to help other parents. Her podcast, "ASK! Autism Support and Knowledge" launched earlier this summer- she has guests (including me) to talk about all the ways you can support autistic individuals. Resources: The Case of Sensational Stims - This book is the s...

My guest, Dr. Ceri Cashell, and I get into all things Perimenopause and MHT / HRT today! We open with some Perimenopause Myth Busting and then dive head first into women's hormones and Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT / HRT) - while the hormones we talk about are relative to anyone going through perimenopause, she outlines specifics about what is available in Australia, what is subsidized on the PBS, and what we'll have to pay privately for (spoiler, it's testosterone). Head to the 24:40 mark...

This is part 2 of 2. Listen to PART 1 "Navigating ADHD & Motherhood" Dr. Gilly Kahn shares stories from her clinical experience with neurodivergent individuals. We discuss the difference between male and female brains and she shares what she'd like to include in the diagnostic criteria to make diagnosis more inclusive and comprehensive. Lastly, she gives more information about her upcoming book "Allow Me to Interrupt". Dr. Kahn is a Clinical Psychologist, ADHD educator and advoc...

This is part 1 of 2. TW Infertility (Gilly mentions her fertility journey and struggles) Dr. Gilly Kahn and I spoke recently and a big part of our conversation was around our late in life ADHD diagnosis and motherhood, and how the two are intricately intertwined. She was so generous with sharing her story, her ups and downs from adolescence and her journey into motherhood. Dr. Kahn is a Clinical Psychologist, ADHD educator and advocate (and ADHDer), as well as author ...