The Truth about ADHD & Stimulant Medication
Deciding whether or not to medicate a child with ADHD is a very personal one. It’s also a decision that no parent takes lightly. My hope is that the below…
Back to school with ADHD: Fostering a team approach between teachers and parents
School can be very difficult for children with ADHD to negotiate. Symptoms of their condition can be challenging and they may find it hard to sit still, to focus…
Surviving the School Holidays – Tips for Parents
Routine is important for the emotional, behavioural and social development of our kids with ADHD. It is also important for our own sense of wellbeing as it gives us a…
My Number One ADHD Parenting Strategy – Listening with Empathy
I was asked today what I felt was the most important parenting skill we can use to support our kids with ADHD. Without hesitation, my answer was listening with…
Mum Do You Think I Have a Bleak Future?
When I first read this post by Freya Cheffers from Never a Dull Moment – Life and ADHD I immediately contacted her to ask if I could share it…
Proactively Parenting from an ADHD Perspective
As you would be aware, parenting a child with ADHD can be confusing, tiring and frustrating. On any given day, our kids may struggle to get organised on time,…