Shining With ADHD by The Childhood Collective

The middle school years can be tricky, especially when you're parenting a child with ADHD who wants more independence but still needs plenty of support. In this episode, we're joined by Sean Kane from Growth Mindset Parenting to learn how parents can help middle schoolers build independence, resilience, and problem-solving skills. Sean shares why our middle school ADHD kids are often more capable than we realize, how to stay steady when they push back, and how to give them opportunities to take ownership and collaborate while still holding important family boundaries.MEET LAURA PETIXSean is a former Middle School Teacher and administrator with 3 sons of his own. He writes now for parents in the middle school years so they can understand the developmental window that their kids are in and help them develop the skills to become their best selves. LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #230 TranscriptGrowth.Mindset.Parenting InstagramGrowth Mindset Parenting WebsiteThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you have found yourself googling "ADHD task completion" at midnight after a frustrating day of parenting, you are not the only one! We’re sharing one simple tool that can make ADHD task completion easier by helping your child create a clear “future picture” of what they’re working toward. We’ll explain why this matters for the ADHD brain and how you can use it for everything from homework and chores to getting out the door. If you’re tired of giving 47 reminders just to get one task across the finish line, this is a strategy you’ll want to try.MEET OUR TEAMWe are Lori, Mallory, and Katie. Lori and Mallory are child psychologists, and Katie is a speech language pathologist. We’ve spent decades supporting thousands of families navigating ADHD. And we’re also moms: some of us raising kids with ADHD and some of us navigating it ourselves… which means we understand both the science and the real-life moments that don’t make it into textbooks.LINKS & RESOURCESEpisode #228 TranscriptOnline ADHD Parent Course: Creating CalmUse a Future Picture to Help Your Child Stay Focused and MotivatedThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share your thoughts? Email us at: [email protected] at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SHINING WITH ADHD #208: Twice Exceptional Kids and ADHD: What Parents Need to KnowThe Childhood Collective12/10/2025SUMMARYParenting twice exceptional (2e) kids with ADHD comes with unique challenges and incredible strengths. In this episode, gifted education specialist Chris Wiebe shares practical tips for supporting 2e children, from leaning into their strengths to finding mentors they can connect with. Chris describes how parents can help twice exceptional kids thrive at school and at home. This episode is packed with encouragement and realistic strategies for families raising twice exceptional kids. MEET DR. CHRIS WIEBEChris Wiebe, Ed.D., is an educator specializing in twice-exceptional (2e) students - those who are gifted and have developmental differences like ADHD. After seven years as a classroom teacher, he moved into administration, designing curriculum, supporting neurodiverse learners and families, and serving as managing editor for an online 2e education publication. He co-authored a chapter on institutional programming for 2e students published by Oxford University Press and has written on pedagogy, technology, and diversity in higher education. After nearly 20 years in 2e education, Dr. Wiebe became the parent of a gifted son with ADHD.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #208 TranscriptRecommended books on Twice Exceptional LearnersBridges Academy Online (online high school specifically for 2e students) Bridges Graduate School (certifications and degrees in neurodiversity education) The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] in this episode:Creating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm CourseHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootBoard Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHD Shining at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SHINING WITH ADHD #206: When ADHD Impacts Your Relationship: Breaking Cycles with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish The Childhood Collective11/12/2025SUMMARYIn this practical and compassionate episode, we sit down with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, a psychologist and marriage therapist, to talk about the unique dynamics ADHD can bring to relationships. Tracy shares compassionate and practical advice for breaking out of unhealthy patterns, improving communication, and building stronger connections. Whether you’re navigating ADHD yourself or parenting alongside a partner with ADHD, you’ll walk away with tools that bring more balance and understanding to your marriage. MEET DR. TRACY DALGLEISHDr. Tracy Dalgleish is a Clinical Psychologist, Author, mom of two, and the creator of Be Connected. With over 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Ottawa, she has also trained with some of the world’s leading relationship experts. Today, she shares practical tools and insights with a growing online community, helping others build healthier relationships and stronger emotional well-being. LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #206 TranscriptDr. Tracy Dalgleish's Book: You, Your Husband, and His MotherDr. Tracy Dalgleish's WebsiteDr. Tracy Dalgleish's InstagramThe Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at [email protected] in this episode:Time TimerWe can’t have your attention and not mention Time Timer. This amazing tool helps with activity transitions, independence, and building executive function skills. Head to and use the code TCC to get a site-wide discount.Time TimerHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootCreating Calm CourseCreating Calm is a video-based course that will teach you simple, step-by-step strategies to help you parent a happy and independent child with ADHD (ages 4-12 years old). Whenever and wherever you have an internet connection. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Creating Calm Course Shining at School gives you the tools to come to school meetings prepared. So you can get your child the testing, plan, and accommodations they need to thrive in the classroom. https://thechildhoodcollective.com/adhd-at-school (use code PODCAST for a discount!) Check out Zenimal, one of our favorite tools to help kids with ADHD fall asleep faster, calm big emotions, and manage anxiety. http://zenimals.com/TCHC25 (Use the code TCHC25 for a discount!) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy