#140: The ADHD Family Series: Executive Functioning For The ADHD Mom

Send us Fan MailExecutive functioning is the backbone of daily life, yet for ADHD moms, it can feel like rocket science. In this episode, we’re joined by two experts who not only study ADHD but live it—Dr. Diana Barrett and Dr. Lynne Baldwin. This is the first in a series of conversations with Dr. Barrett and Dr. Baldwin, Stanford educated psychologists and consultants at Lingokids, the #1 learning app for kids. Together, we’re diving deep into the real struggles—and solutions—of ADHD motherhood.Key Topics Covered:What is Executive Functioning?How it affects everything from getting out the door to long-term planningThe role of working memory, emotional regulation, and task managementWhy ADHD moms feel like they’re constantly behindWhy ADHD Moms Struggle with Executive FunctioningThe emotional toll of masking and compensating for ADHDHow motherhood raises the stakes and makes ADHD challenges more obviousThe role of emotional dysregulation in executive dysfunctionPractical Strategies for ADHD Moms"Everything Has a Home" Approach – organizing items in predictable places"Make Time & Tasks Visible" – using visual timers, whiteboards, and schedulesBreaking Big Tasks into Small Steps – how to make routines actually workTime-Blocking & Planning Ahead – setting up success through daily check-insManaging Emotional DysregulationWhy emotions are a key part of executive functionThe science behind ADHD and emotional overwhelmSimple self-regulation strategies like biofeedback, mindfulness, and movementGetting the Whole Family InvolvedThe power of family meetings and shared responsibilityTeaching kids executive functioning skills through daily habitsStrategies for parenting with ADHD when your kids have it tooResources Mentioned:📌 Time Timers (great for kids & adults!)📌 Label makers & visual schedules📌 Biofeedback devices like HeartMath📌 ADHD-friendly planning toolsDr. Lynne Baldwin, Ph.D. is a learning specialist consultant who has provided coaching and advocacy services for children with ADHD and their parents. While with the Abbey Neuropsychology clinic, she developed a program for executive functioning coaching for children and teenagers. Lynne earned her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at Stanford University. Diana Barrett, PhD, is a licensed psychologist with 16 years of dedicated service at the Abbey Clinic, where she currently serves as the Director of Assessment. She also is a member of the consultation team, bringing her knowledge and experience to collaborate efforts that enhance client care.  Her expertise encompasses the learning disabilities, developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and traumatic brain injury.  Join the ADHD Moms Club here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19p2DdKYU1/WHERE TO FIND US NOWConnect with Stacey🎧 The Next Phase Podcast —  on Apple & Spotify 📸 Instagram: @stacehutsonConnect with Steph🎧 The Peri-Normal Podcaston Apple and Spotify✍️ The Reclamation Eraon Substack📝 MidCircle— a writing community for midlife women📸 Instagram: @stephsprenger