Manual Not Included: Small Victories, Big Feelings

From awkward T-ball moments to terrifying parenting scares, Lynnette shares the emotional journey of raising a child with ADHD. This episode dives into childhood challenges, water fears, social struggles, and the life-changing moment of finally getting answers. Honest, funny, and deeply relatable—this is a story about parenting, perseverance, and celebrating the small victories. Key Topics-Childhood development and early signs of neurodiversity-Parenting challenges and small victories-The journey to ADHD diagnosis and understanding symptoms-Overcoming water fears and social challenges in children-The importance of support and inclusion in educationChapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Plea for Support01:25 A Humorous Encounter with a Worry Worm03:21 Imagining Cursed Objects and Horror Movie Scenarios04:13 Early Childhood Sports Experiences and Challenges07:23 Water Fears and Progress in Swimming11:23 Starting Kindergarten During a Pandemic13:41 Speech Development and Early Signs of ADHD16:24 ADHD Diagnosis and Myths About Medication17:48 A Terrifying Moment and the Next Episode TeaserHey we need your support. Like and subscribe to Bring Back The Porch PodcastSupport the show