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Real talk from two ADHD mums in the thick of parenting, chaos, and clutter. Gen and Claire share honest highs and lows of neuro-divergent life. We are Mums, but you don't have to be to listen! We share real, unfiltered stories about parenting, neurodivergence, and daily struggles like executive dysfunction, disorganisation, overstimulation, and Mum guilt. We also celebrate the wins—big or small—with honesty and laughter. We're both AFAB and biological mums, but this space is for all parents, ADHDers, curious minds, and —even your pets. Everyone’s welcome. We do swear though, so you probably need headphones if there's kids around!

  1. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Clutter, Creatures, Chaos!

    1D AGO

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Clutter, Creatures, Chaos!

    We record from Claire's hospital bed and unpack a rat scare. From wellies and curtain rods to humane traps and boundaries, we find practical ways to cope when chaos shows up. • bedside check‑in and mood reset • scratching sounds and sensory detail • pumpkins, boxes, and the freeze response • improvised plan with wellies and a curtain rod • no rat found and what that means • humane traps, repellents, and ethics • clutter, ADHD, and hidden risks • spiders, boundaries, and tolerance at home • holiday prep, illness wobble, and gratitude • strange Christmas memories and sign‑off mantra Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    23 min
  2. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Christmas Highs & Lows Of Our Lives

    3D AGO

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Christmas Highs & Lows Of Our Lives

    Two ADHD mums trade stories of Christmas joy and discomfort, from lost presents and hangovers to noisy rooms, politics at the table, and the ache of watching global tragedy on a festive night. We land on boundaries, gentle traditions, and how divided families can multiply love. • navigating sensory overload and family noise • witnessing global grief while keeping local rituals • feeling displaced in a partner’s family home • calling out racism and unhelpful politics • handling body image comments and comparisons • gratitude for extended family who host and hold • co‑parenting that adds care, not conflict • simple rituals for neurodivergent‑friendly holidays • boundaries for conversation, media, and energy Raise a fist and say it with us. Sisters in chaos. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    20 min
  3. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Hope, Hospitals, And Holding On Through The Holidays

    4D AGO

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Hope, Hospitals, And Holding On Through The Holidays

    Gen is here to share a clear update on Claire’s seven-hour surgery, her move from critical care to a ward, and what recovery looks like in real time. Between relief and fatigue, we will now be signing off for a few days, but we promise to keep you posted. • seven-hour surgery with two surgeons • move from critical care to a private ward room • pain, soreness, and gallows humour as coping • realistic outlook on the long recovery road • holiday schedule uncertainty and possible hospital recording • gratitude to listeners and encouragement for supportive messages Merry Christmas to all and to all. A good night. Good morning. Bye. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    3 min
  4. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Batman Smells, The Elf Does Too

    5D AGO

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Batman Smells, The Elf Does Too

    A chaotic little singalong with Gen's baby turns into an elf mischief saga with drains, trees, and a very smelly street. Gen's eldest shares the honest truth of forgetting, laughing it off, and letting kid logic guide the holiday fun. • kid‑led Jingle Bells remix • the elf’s wild journey through tree, drains, toilet Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    3 min
  5. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Thoughtful Gifts At The Eleventh Hour

    6D AGO

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Thoughtful Gifts At The Eleventh Hour

    We race through last‑minute Christmas gifting without the panic: clear IOU experiences, smart re‑gifts that respect relationships, and sentimental wins like framed school photos or kids’ art. Short on time and money, we share fast, kind fixes that feel personal and real. • IOU vouchers for future experiences with clear details • Ethical re‑gifting of unused “smellies” and more • Framed school portraits for grandparents and elders • Kids’ artwork as a thoughtful, budget gift • Quick presentation hacks with frames, ribbon and notes • Classic chocolate boxes as reliable, shareable gifts • Mindset shift from panic to intentional care Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    6 min
  6. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: An Early Christmas Pre-Op Catch-up with Claire

    DEC 17

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: An Early Christmas Pre-Op Catch-up with Claire

    Calire pulls Christmas forward before a long-awaited hospital stay, juggles a fibromyalgia flare with a medication mix-up, and finds calm in small rituals while packing for surgery. Between cosy chaos and quiet resolve,  she sends a lil voicenote to Gen and our community of listeners. • early Christmas to make space for surgery • vegetarian dinner and teen gift rhythms • fibromyalgia flare and pacing lessons • accidental caffeine and paracetamol overload • altered Boxing Day plans with friends and DnD • short hair, no nails, CPAP and bag strategy • library calm and free audiobooks via Libby • fatigue, takeaway, and a film that soothed • hope for mobility, dancing, and travel ahead • gratitude for 10,000 podcast downloads Sisters in Chaos. Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    17 min
  7. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: A Milestone In Parenting And Self-Compassion

    DEC 16

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: A Milestone In Parenting And Self-Compassion

    A voice-note from Gen this time, sharing how a jam-packed holiday weekend turned into a surprise win: the baby bossed her stage fright, friends were reunited, and a community party became a milestone for family confidence. The high is real, the crash is real, and she is trying her absolute best to accept the necessary aftermath rest without shame. • balancing joy and overwhelm during holiday plans • coaching a child through safe-scary moments • reconnecting with old friends and found family • using early arrivals and craft stations to reduce overstimulation • kids thriving at a community party after past struggles • cinema magic, shared laughter, and multigenerational bonding • charity-led celebration and thoughtful support for families • decompression rituals with films, baths, and quiet talks • school refusal after big weekends and responsive parenting • ADHD energy swings, boundaries, and cancelling with honesty Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    19 min
  8. ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Peace Over Pinterest - Burnout-Free Festive Home Prep

    DEC 15

    ADVENT CHAOS CALENDAR: Peace Over Pinterest - Burnout-Free Festive Home Prep

    We share a realistic plan to prep the house for Christmas without the panic spiral, from hiding gifts and zoning your decor to taming the kitchen and letting go of perfection. Along the way, we trade fast wins for neurodivergent brains, cash-in-your-clutter tips, and simple tricks that make hosting feel human. • hosting pressure, inherited expectations, good enough Christmas • staging boxes, pre-tagged gift bags, under-bed hiding spots • wrap as you go, zone-by-zone decorating, daily half-hour sessions • kitchen overload fixes, outdoor drink bins, freezer space strategy • brain dumps for mental clarity, short focused efforts • sell or donate clutter, quick cash flips on clothes and books • dump baskets, never leave a room empty-handed, spot clean • lamps and candles for calm, paper plates to save time • delegate to kids with fun roles and titles Support the show Further TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding... All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak. Artwork by Gen For more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!! PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx

    14 min
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Real talk from two ADHD mums in the thick of parenting, chaos, and clutter. Gen and Claire share honest highs and lows of neuro-divergent life. We are Mums, but you don't have to be to listen! We share real, unfiltered stories about parenting, neurodivergence, and daily struggles like executive dysfunction, disorganisation, overstimulation, and Mum guilt. We also celebrate the wins—big or small—with honesty and laughter. We're both AFAB and biological mums, but this space is for all parents, ADHDers, curious minds, and —even your pets. Everyone’s welcome. We do swear though, so you probably need headphones if there's kids around!

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  • Creator
    ADHD MUMS
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    82
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 ADHD MUMS UK
  • Show Website
    The ADHD MUMS Pod

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