The ADHD Tax: Balancing the Emotional and Financial Costs of Parenting

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Have you ever felt like you’re on a wild roller coaster ride with no safety bar while raising your kids? If you’re a parent of neurodiverse children, you probably get it! In this episode of Chill Like a Mother, I chat with Jessica Dunn, a dedicated neurodiversity advocate and fellow parent, about the thrilling ups and downs of raising kids with ADHD and autism.

We dive into the emotional chaos that can come with this journey, from the financial strains of what many call the "ADHD tax" to the feelings of being lost and alone. We know this ride can be tiring, and this conversation is here to give you real support for your family.

In this episode, we explore:

• The emotional and financial challenges of parenting neurodiverse kids and the hidden costs that can affect your budget.
• How to use co-regulation to help both parents and children find calm in the chaos.
• The power of community support and how connecting with others can help fight loneliness.
• Fun ways to gamify daily tasks and make routines more enjoyable at home.
• How to celebrate the small victories that often go unnoticed but mean a lot.

Join us for this honest and funny conversation that reminds you—you’re not alone on this roller coaster. Let’s embrace the journey together and find joy in the beautiful mess of motherhood!

Tune in now and let’s turn the ups and downs of parenting neurodiverse kids into a journey filled with growth, connection, and laughter!

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Meet Kayla Huszar, the Host of the Chill Like a Mother Podcast

Kayla Huszar is a Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist who helps mothers reconnect with their authentic selves through embodied art-making. She encourages moms to embrace the messy, beautiful realities of their unique motherhood journeys. Whether through the podcast, 1:1 sessions or her signature Motherload Membership, Kayla creates a brave space for mothers to explore their identities beyond parenting, reconnect with their intuition, and find creative outlets for emotional expression and self-discovery.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day—kids running amok and all! If this episode helped you feel a little more chill, please leave a rating or review. Your feedback helps the podcast reach more moms who need to hear it.