Attempting Motherhood

Attempting Motherhood: The Aud Way is a podcast for late diagnosed or late realised ADHD / AuDHD mothers. It is hosted by Sam, an AuDHD ( autistic + ADHD ) elder millennial mom. Episodes cover topics pertaining to motherhood, neurodivergence, the combination of those two and how they intersect. Remember in this wild ride of motherhood, we're all attempting to do our best.

Attempting Motherhood is a health podcast hosted by Samantha Johnson, with 45 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Samantha Johnson hosts Attempting Motherhood, a health show with 45 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  Was it Burn Out? Life Update from Sam

  Aug 7, 202523 minS2

  <p>Navigating Burnout, Motherhood, and Reconnecting</p><p>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. </p><p>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 therapy, and the importance of finding personal projects and community engagement. </p><p>She shares future plans for providing actionable holiday preparation tips and possibly re...

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  Episode #5

  Travel Tips for Neurodivergent Families

  Mar 31, 202527 minS2

  <p>Tips for any type of travel but especially for International travel.</p><p>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.</p><p>Key tips</p>using a sunflower lanyard for hidden disabilitiesleveraging AI for travel planningpacking efficientlyutilizing communication cards noise-dampening toolscompartmentalized packing child-friendly entertainment options<p>You can find additional travel tips and info in the Attempting Motherhood Membership Resources. St...

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  Episode #4

  Supplements to Support ADHD & Hormones - Erica Garber, Functional Nutritional Practitioner

  Mar 24, 202553 minS2

  <p><b>*Not medical advice. Please consult a medical practitioner before starting any new supplements or vitamins</b>. </p><p>7-Day FREE trial + 20% off your first month of Attempting Motherhood Community</p><p>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. </p><p>Erica talks in detail about her 6 M's morning routine (Matcha + Lion's Mane, Mindfulness, Movement, Medication, Meal, & Mushrooms) to help individuals with ADHD an...

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  Episode #3

  Peeing Your Pants PostPartum? - Common, but Not Normal Pelvic Health Issues with PFPT, Lynn Schulte

  Mar 5, 20251h 4mS2

  <p>*This episodes includes discussion of intercourse and pelvic anatomy. </p><p>Understanding Pelvic Health: Common but Not Normal Issues Postpartum</p><p>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 <b>common but not normal</b> and discusses the importance of working with a pelvic floor physical therapist for recovery. </p><p>The discussion covers various topics, including the impact of childbirth on pelvic health, the importance of proper alignment and muscle activation, and the need for<b> ho...

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  Episode #2

  Restraint Collapse & Transitions - Understanding & Managing in Children and Adults

  Feb 10, 202528 minS2

  <p>Understanding and Managing Restraint Collapse and Transitions<br/><br/>In this solo episode, Sam discusses the concept of <b>restraint collapse</b>, 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. </p><p>The episode also offers practical techniques for mitigating its effects and navigating transitions effectively. </p><p>Tips include: </p><b>use of sensory tools</b><b>deep oral input</b><b>rhythmic movements</b><b>time in nature</b><b>implementation of visual schedules</b><p>Sam shares per...

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