In this episode, Patricia struggled with ADHD symptoms greatly after becoming a mother, leading to sleepless nights searching for support online. Though initially unwilling, she was later prompted by her faith to start a podcast supporting mothers with ADHD like herself. Both Bethany and Patricia discuss their personal experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety, with Patricia noting it took her 6 weeks to realize she needed help and 8 weeks to ask for it. Patricia explains dysphoric milk ejection reflexes (D-MER), where breastfeeding mothers experience sudden mood changes when milk lets down, and how discovering this was a physical issue rather than a personal flaw helped her cope. Bethany shares how as a first-time mother she constantly tracked feedings, sleep and milestones, worrying over her son's well being, as 10% of mothers face postpartum depression. Both speakers emphasize finding community for shared struggles, whether online or in-person. Asking partners, neighbors or professionals for help with tasks or child care provides needed breaks from constant responsibility. Patricia invites listeners to connect with her podcast and Motherhood IN ADHD community for strategies, solidarity and calm in difficult times. Long-term support is important as postpartum issues can last years.
Meet Patricia:
Patricia Sung helps moms with adult ADHD work with their unique brains and get their ish together one step at a time and feel confident running their family life. She hosts Motherhood in ADHD, a Top 5 Parenting podcast, encouraging mamas with practical strategies and relatable missteps. A midwesterner at heart, she reluctantly has adopted the word "y'all" and lives in Houston with her husband and two young sons. Connect on instagram @motherhoodinadhd, snag free resources, and get your crap together with other ADHD moms in Successful Mama Meetups at www.motherhoodinadhd.com.
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