EPISODE · Aug 13, 2024 · 31 MIN
We forgot to tell you that Ron's a rad dad
from I Forgot to Tell You Something · host Liz Welshman and Ron Capalbo
We're back after a little hiatus after a not so little event: Ron became a Dad! We're talking today about how Ron's adjusting to his new life, new family, new role, new everything! Those early newborn days are a whirlwind for any new parent. But add ADHD in the mix and the experience can be truly disorienting. Sleepless nights, upside down routines, and a fresh array of intense emotions leave ADHD mums and dads wondering: "Who am I? And tf just happened to me?!"In today's episode, Ron (our new rad dad) and Liz talk:Ron's new role as a father and the impact it has on his ADHD symptomsthe struggle of finding time for self-carecoping with the uncertainty and anxiety that comes with parenting (hint: it doesn't go away!)the overwhelming nature of parenting, the fear of making mistakes, and the pressure to do everything rightthe need to develop new ADHD coping strategies to adapt to a new life as a parent.how to create open communication and support between partners - crucial to navigating the difficulties of parentingCongratulations Ron and Gwen! And to all ADHD parents, new and not so new, we thing you're bloody awesome.Like what you're hearing? Hooray!~ Follow Ron on all the things , @adhd_ron, adhdcoachron ~ ~ Follow Liz on all the things @lizwelshman_adhd, lizwelshman.com ~~ Keep up to date with our podcast @iforgotpod, iforgottotellyou~
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