19. iPads Before School + ADHD: A Morning Madness Combo! with Dr Justin Coulson

In this episode, Jane interviews Dr Justin Coulson, one of Australia's most trusted parenting experts and the co-host of Channel 9's Parental Guidance. Dr Coulson is also the founder of Happy Families and has a PhD in psychology from the University of Wollongong. He shares his lived experience with neurodivergence, offering valuable insights into the challenges of parenting ADHD children.Key topics covered include:The pros and cons of using iPads as a morning motivator for ADHD kids.Justin’s personal strategies for managing ADHD traits and avoiding burnout.The importance of structure and routine in neurodivergent families.The benefits of unstructured outdoor play for building resilience and self-regulation.How to navigate the highs and lows of neurodivergence in both parenting and personal life.**Setting your morning up starts at 13 minutes in****iPads before school starts at 15 minutes in**The conversation highlights the importance of understanding your child’s needs and creating supportive environments to make parenting a bit easier.If you’d like to know more about Dr Justin Coulson and Happy Families, visit https://www.happyfamilies.com.auBOOK IN WITH JANE'S RECOMMENDED THERAPISTSIf you're looking to connect with a parenting specialist or psychologist for expert advice on parenting, please check out www.adhdmums.com.au/services. Your journey to more confident and supported parenting starts here!CONNECT WITH ME...If you’ve got a question or want to connect with other ADHD mums, we’ve got a whole community on our Facebook group - Click here to join and post your question. Don’t worry if it’s been asked before! I love to answer everyone in a group format.https://www.facebook.com/groups/777102743903210/FOLLOW FOR MORE...I post more content, insights and help on my social media accounts. Follow along for more ADHD mum content.- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd_mums- Facebook: https://facebook.com/100091850469503/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdmumsaus- YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCB0uYIHpFKFo6AdhQQaBr1wLEAVE ME A REVIEWYour review means the world to me! Your thoughts really help others discover my content that I genuinely (and passionately) hope could make a difference in their lives. Your support creates a ripple effect of spreading my show around and hopefully reaching the right people (especially Mum’s who may be at their wit’s end). WANT TO COLLABORATE?If you’re enquiring about a collaboration or speaking engagement – please email [email protected]. EXTRA RESOURCES: Still not sure if you have ADHD or are Autistic? Get access to my recommended self tests as a guide to whether you should go for an assessment or not. https://adhdmums.com.au/self-tests/Can I access the NDIS? Use this link to get a free guide to the NDIS to start you on your journey. https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/768431/114109386760128004/shareFind more answers, resources and guides on my website at https://adhdmums.com.au/#adhd #adhdparenting #adhdmums #adhdkids #adhdteen #adhdawareness #adhddiagnosis #neurodiversity #justincoulson #screentime #parentingadviceMentioned in this episode:Body and Mind OnlineA dedicated team of neuro-affirming psychologists, occupational therapists, counsellors, and speech pathologists that you can trust and who have been specifically trained to support your family's journey with compassion, expertise, and individualised care.Body & Mind OnlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.