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In today’s conversation, I’m sitting down with Dr. Kailey Buller, and wow… she brings so much wisdom about stress, transitions, and what it really looks like to decompress when you have an ADHD brain. We talk about those “in-between moments” — the little buffers most of us skip — and how they actually make or break our stress tolerance. Kailey walks us through simple ways to come down after high-stress situations, how to build tiny decompression rituals into real life, and why a little playfulness goes a long way (for us and our kids).

If you’ve ever gone from one thing to the next with zero breathing room and wondered why you’re snappy, overwhelmed, or wiped out… this episode is such a breath of fresh air.

Keywords:

stress management, ADHD, transition buffers, decompression, playfulness

Takeaways:

• ADHD brains have a lower stress threshold — which is why transition buffers matter so much.
• Adding a buffer between high-stress tasks can completely change how you show up.
• Decompression isn’t optional — it’s necessary.
• A tiny moment of play can shift your whole nervous system.
• Built-in pauses help keep stress from stacking.
• Physical unwinding helps your brain chill out.
• Kids respond so well to playful redirection during tense moments.
• When we snap under stress, acknowledgment + repair are powerful.
• Joy in the small, simple moments actually reduces stress.
• Emotional safety makes it easier for everyone in the home to reset.

Find & Follow Dr. Kailey Buller:

Website: https://www.vitalswithdrbuller.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalswithdrbuller

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalswithdrbulle

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In this conversation, Kailey Buller gets really honest about something so many of us deal with — just getting started. Task initiation can feel like trying to move a mountain, especially with an ADHD brain (mom or kid!). She talks about the power of keeping things ridiculously small — think five-minutes-or-less small — because once you get that tiny win, the momentum kicks in and the overwhelm drops way down.

Kailey also dives into how helpful visual reminders and simple routines can be for our kids, especially those who struggle with the same things we do. It’s not about creating a hyper-structured home; it’s about giving their brains a little borrowed support so they can actually follow through.

One of my favorite parts of this whole conversation is the emphasis on empathy. Our kids aren’t being defiant — most of the time, they’re just hitting the same walls we hit. When we understand what ADHD actually looks like in day-to-day life, it softens the whole dynamic. We stop taking everything personally and start seeing the real challenge underneath.

And yep — we even touch on how new moms can feel “ADHD-ish” from pure sleep deprivation, and why leaning on outside structure is not a failure. It’s just smart.

Keywords
ADHD, task initiation, parenting, visual reminders, empathy, structured routines, Kailey Buller, quick wins, overcoming challenges, momentum

Takeaways

• Getting started is hard — ADHD or not — but especially with an ADHD brain.
• Tiny, five-minute tasks build real momentum and cut down the overwhelm.
• Visual reminders + simple routines give kids the structure their brains crave.
• Parenting becomes easier when we meet our kids with empathy instead of frustration.
• Most ADHD kiddos aren’t being defiant — they’re truly struggling.
• Breaking things down into mini-steps makes everything more doable.
• “Borrowed structure” is a gift, not a crutch.
• Understanding how ADHD works helps us respond with compassion instead of confusion.
• Exhausted new moms can absolutely feel ADHD-like symptoms.
• It’s okay to use whatever external support helps you get through the day.

Find & Follow Dr. Kailey Buller:

Website: https://www.vitalswithdrbuller.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalswithdrbuller

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalswithdrbulle

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Summary

In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, host Jessica Lynn Lewis welcomes Dr. Kailey Buller, a double board-certified physician in emergency and family medicine, who shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood. Dr. Buller discusses practical strategies for managing ADHD, particularly focusing on working memory and the importance of externalizing information to reduce mental clutter. The conversation highlights the unique challenges women face with ADHD and the importance of finding personalized systems to manage daily tasks effectively.

Key Points

• Dr. Kailey Buller shares her ADHD diagnosis journey.
• Importance of externalizing information to manage ADHD.
• Working memory challenges for ADHD individuals.
• Finding personalized systems to manage daily tasks.
• ADHD symptoms often misdiagnosed as anxiety in women.
• Practical strategies for managing ADHD effectively.
• The role of apps like Todoist in managing tasks.
• ADHD's impact on executive functions like task initiation.
• The spectrum of ADHD symptoms and individual differences.
• The importance of understanding personal ADHD traits.

Dr. Kailey Buller -

Website: https://www.vitalswithdrbuller.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalswithdrbuller

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalswithdrbulle

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Summary

In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, Jessica Lynn Lewis and Carol Siege discuss practical strategies for managing household chaos, focusing on laundry solutions and the importance of emotional support. Carol shares her experience as a mother of four neurodiverse boys and offers insights into her coaching process for parents of neurodiverse children.

Keywords

ADHD, neurodiverse, parenting tips, laundry solutions, emotional support

Takeaways

• Buy identical socks for each child to simplify laundry.
• Use distinct colors or patterns for each child's clothing.
• Emotional support can transform daily routines.
• Coaching helps identify and prioritize parenting goals.
• Investing time in coaching can improve family life.
• A hug can reset a child's emotional state.
• Coaching sessions typically last nine weeks.
• Remote coaching offers flexibility for busy parents.
• Understanding each child's needs is crucial.
• Simple changes can reduce household stress.

You Can Find Carol Here!

Email Carol: carol@familypathwayscoaching.com

Website: https://familypathwayscoaching.com/

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Summary

In this episode of Quick Wins for ADHD Moms, host Jessica Lewis welcomes Carol Siege, a certified professional coach and keynote speaker, to discuss practical strategies for managing school mornings with neurodiverse children. Carol shares her insights on using simplicity and systems to reduce chaos, emphasizing the importance of structure and routine. The conversation also touches on Carol's personal journey as a mother of four neurodiverse children, highlighting the role of acceptance, patience, and humor in parenting.

Keywords

ADHD, neurodiverse children, school mornings, parenting tips, simplicity, structure, routine, acceptance, patience, humor

Takeaways

• Use simplicity and systems to manage school mornings.
• Plan breakfast menus for the week to reduce chaos.
• Involve children in choosing their breakfast schedule.
• Acceptance is key in parenting neurodiverse children.
• Patience is essential; repetition helps children learn.
• Humor can ease the challenges of parenting.
• Structure and routine benefit children with ADHD.
• Recognize that diagnoses are not the person.
• Encourage children to express their unique perspectives.
• Reinforcement and patience are crucial in teaching skills.

You Can Find Carol Here!

Carol - carol@familypathwayscoaching.com

https://familypathwayscoaching.com/

As a Certified Professional Coach and keynote speaker, Carol supports parents of neurodiverse children as they navigate their family journeys. She received an undergraduate degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s in journalism from New York University and relies on real-world experience to motivate parents who are struggling to raise children who don’t fit the mold.

Carol navigates the process of “becoming” with honest, real and vulnerable stories and has learned from life experience to tap into her most aligned and authentic self. She has a story to tell and is candid in discussing what she has learned from it, negotiating life, challenges, setbacks, and successes. She is open, honest, vulnerable and relatable and knows that life happens -- it's what we do with the experiences that ultimately shape who we become.

Mom to four thriving neurodiverse sons, Carol calls her family a veritable alphabet soup of diagnoses. She speaks with candor and credibility about the challenges facing families like her own and offers hope and practical advice about family dynamics, academic support, and learning to appreciate hidden gifts.

Carol’s relatable and inspirational stories, along with her work through Family Pathways Coaching, help parents understand life really can be so much better.

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In this episode of "Quick Wins for ADHD Moms," we sit down with Julie Legg, the inspiring author of "The Missing Piece: A Woman's Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Living with ADHD." Julie's life journey has taken her from a free-range childhood in rural New Zealand to diverse careers in acting, voice work, and writing. Diagnosed with ADHD at 52, she uses her story to inspire and give hope to women with ADHD worldwide.

Julie shares her unique perspective on embracing ADHD, the power of flipping the script, and the importance of celebrating different thinking. She also discusses her book, which includes stories from 30 women diagnosed as adults, highlighting the spectrum of ADHD experiences. Tune in for an empowering conversation filled with insights, strategies, and a reminder that you're not alone.

Julie's Website: https://julielegg.nz

#ADHD #Empowerment #WomenInspiration #adhdmom #adhdmoms #adhdkids #adhdbook

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Feeling overwhelmed by digital clutter? You’re not alone. From messy desktops and overflowing photo rolls to endless downloads and tabs, our digital spaces can quietly drain our focus — especially for ADHD brains.

In this episode, we build on the idea of simplifying your physical spaces and bring that same calm into your digital world. You’ll learn an easy-to-remember “3 Bucket System” that can work on your phone, computer, even your home. No fancy apps, no complicated rules — just a repeatable way to think about what belongs where.

You’ll also hear about the popular PARA Method — and why it can be brilliant but tricky for ADHD minds. Then you’ll get a simple, realistic alternative you can actually stick with.

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In this episode, we explore the impact of clutter on focus and productivity, especially for ADHD moms. Today, guest Miriam Ortiz y Pino shares insights on how decluttering can lead to a more organized and confident life.

You can find Miriam at:

https://morethanorganized.net/

Key Takeaways

• Clutter is more distracting than it seems.
• Our brains are wired to solve problems, making clutter a constant distraction.
• Decluttering helps you know what you have and where it is.
• Having a plan for your items reduces distraction.
• Routine care of items leads to less stress.
• Excess stuff can hinder focus and productivity.
• Confidence grows when you manage your space well.
• Knowing the steps to care for items is crucial.
• A decluttered space leads to a decluttered mind.
• Organization is key for ADHD moms.

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