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Running a business as a neurodivergent or chronically ill person isn’t about laziness or lack of drive. It’s about juggling a thousand moving parts. Your brain or body simply doesn't work in the way the world expects. You might be bursting with creativity, passion, and ideas. Yet you trip up when it’s time to write… Continue reading The Secret Weapon of Neurodivergent and Chronically Ill Business Owners: Virtual Assistants
Would you believe me if I told you this journey started by accident? Over a year ago, I sat down to write a blog post. It was about an idea close to my heart. The idea involved creating and selling a Disney-inspired sticker. The goal was to help fund a dream trip to the most… Continue reading From Accident to Adventure: The Disney Sticker That Started It All
Hello everyone! It's been a while since I last posted, and although I always intend to write more frequently, the reality is quite different. Why, you ask? Well, let me introduce you to my ADHD madness. I’m an ADHD adult, a working mother with a passion for chaos, it seems. I've always been a doer,… Continue reading Get Me To Disney Sticker Challenge
Trigger Warning: This post contains honest conversations around ADHD, mental health, physical symptoms, chronic stress, and burnout. Please read with care if you're in a sensitive headspace today. I spent most of my adult life thinking I was just "bad at life." That constant nagging feeling that I wasn’t quite coping the way everyone else… Continue reading Why Mainstream Jobs Are Breaking ADHD Brains (And No One’s Talking About It)
Hey there! If you're new here, welcome to The Messy Mum Blog! I’m Kaylie, the voice behind this space dedicated to helping parents—especially those navigating life with ADHD—find balance, confidence, and joy in the chaos of parenting. If you’re curious about my journey, check out my introductory post (About). But for now, let me tell… Continue reading ADHD Parenting : The Vision Behind The Messy Mum Blog
Parenthood, especially when coupled with the unique challenges of ADHD, can sometimes feel like a whirlwind adventure. It's a journey filled with boundless love, laughter, and, yes, a fair share of chaos. As an ADHD parenting blogger, I understand the highs and lows all too well. But here's the exciting news: there's a powerful tool… Continue reading From Chaos To Calm: How Mindfulness Rescues ADHD Parents!
If you're like me, you've dipped your toes into just about every craft under the sun—knitting, crochet, nail art, card making, painting, jewelry design... the list goes on. Some might call it "being easily distracted," but I like to think of it as chronic crafting. And while "mastered" might be a strong word (more like… Continue reading Chronic Crafting: The ADHD Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had
As a mother who manages Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), arranging a trip to the zoo with my four children has certainly presented its share of challenges. While not every mother with ADHD may encounter the same hurdles, I would like to share the experiences I've had during these outings and the strategies I've employed… Continue reading “Thriving Amidst the Roars: A 10 steps Playful Guide to Zoo Adventures For An ADHD Mum”
Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is like sailing through a sea of constant challenges and unexpected twists. My journey with ADHD has been a rollercoaster of experiences, self-discovery, and personal growth. In this blog post, I'll take you through my story, from the initial struggles to the coping strategies and triumphs that have… Continue reading My Drowning Struggles of ADHD and Learning how to Swim with it.
Hey there, lovely people in the world of adulting and ADHD! Let's talk about those quirky little things that make us unique, like our very own personal symphony of attention challenges. If you've ever felt like you were juggling a hundred thoughts and tasks while riding a unicycle, only to drop all the balls and… Continue reading Messy Mum Or Adult ADHD!
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