Why We Hide: Masking in Neurodivergent Motherhood

We explore masking as ADHD mums—what it is, how it starts, and why it drains us—then share ways to unmask gently without losing safety. Stories from school, work, family, and the school gate show how expectations and stigma push women and kids to perform “fine” while struggling underneath.• Masking defined as hiding ND traits to appear neurotypical • Everyday masking examples in speech, routines and stillness • Gendered expectations and why women are diagnosed later • Burnout from school, work and social performance • Stigma, culture and safety as drivers for masking • Motherhood pressure and double masking at home and school • Kids who mask versus kids who don’t and after‑school releases • Family judgment, boundaries and modeling authenticity • Practical unmasking steps and micro‑experiments • Creative outlets, therapy and integrating the selfDon't forget to like, don't forget to leave a little review. Please don't forget, like send this across now to someone who would like to listen. Like, subscribe, share. Give us five stars.Support the showFurther TW: This podcast references at times: alcohol abuse, depression, mood disorders, medical emergency, miscarriage, traffic accidents, grief and loss, teen pregnancy, anxiety, abuse, PDA, low self esteem, and anti-depressant medications, disordered eating, hoarding...All music written and produced by Ash Doc Horror Lerczak.Artwork by GenFor more information about us, our podcast and our ADHD MUMS community, visit OUR WEBSITE. To make a small donation towards our podcasting expenses, visit our BUY ME A COFFEE we are eternally gratefulllllll!!!PLEASE like and subscribe, and if you enjoyed the show, leave us a review. Let's get ADHD MUMS up the pod charts and raise awareness when we all need it most! See you next Wednesday! xxx