46. ‘Tis the Season to Overspend: ADHD Mum vs. Impulse Shopping [Solo Episode] with Jane McFadden

The holidays are here, and if your spending habits feel like they’ve gone rogue, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a serial online shopper or someone who’s mastered the art of hiding packages from loved ones, this season has a way of making impulse buying feel unavoidable. As someone who hates the chaos of shopping centres and has a delivery driver who might know me by name, I get it. Christmas can be a minefield of social expectations, emotional triggers, and last-minute stress that sends us straight into overspending territory. But here’s the good news: you can navigate this season without blowing the budget - or your sanity. This episode is packed with real-life stories and practical tips for managing your spending. You’ll hear about: Why the ADHD brain loves impulsive buying and how time blindness and dopamine-seeking behaviours play a role. Emotional triggers like guilt, perfectionism, and social pressure that turn “just one gift” into a cart full of purchases. Simple, actionable strategies to take back control. The reality that your kids (and even your in-laws) will likely remember the moments you share, not the price tags on their gifts. 💡 For more support, check out the Navigating Impulse Spending During the Holidays with ADHD — packed with scripts, planning tools, and real-life strategies to help you implement what we talk about in this episode. It won’t fix the system, but it will help you survive it without burning out. Looking for gift ideas? Check out my Recommended Products + Gift Ideas for a mix of thoughtful and fun picks that are perfect for the holiday season. These are items I genuinely love and think you will too! BOOK IN WITH JANE'S RECOMMENDED THERAPISTS If 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. LEAVE ME A REVIEW Your 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 Mums 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/resources Find more answers, resources and guides on my website at https://adhdmums.com.au/ Key Topics covered in this ep: ADHD and impulse shopping Neurodivergent spending habits Holiday budgeting tips Managing emotional spending Christmas gift ideas ADHD-friendly gift guide Overspending during the holidays Mindful shopping strategies ADHD mums and money management Tips for avoiding impulse buys Budgeting for Christmas Neurodivergent-friendly products Amazon gift ideas Holiday spending hacks ADHD and holiday stressSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.