ADHD in Motherhood: Shame, Identity, and the Mental Load with Samantha Skvaril

Are you a mom navigating life with ADHD - diagnosed or undiagnosed? In this honest conversation, therapist and late-diagnosed mom Samantha Skvaril joins Emily to explore the emotional rollercoaster of ADHD in motherhood. From unpacking the shame we carry, to redefining what it means to be a “good mom,” we dig deep into how ADHD uniquely affects women and mothers.

The episode covers:

• How ADHD presents in women and the unique factors for moms 
• Shame, school struggles, and late-diagnosis identity shifts
• The mental load of parenting with a neurodivergent brain
• Why many moms miss the signs of ADHD in themselves
• Tools for managing executive dysfunction and sensory overwhelm

If you've ever felt like you're failing at motherhood, especially under the crushing weight of mental load, this is a must-listen. 

🔗 Connect with Samantha:

Instagram: @scatterbrainshrink
Threads: @scatterbrainshrink
Resources: https://msha.ke/samanthaskvaril

✨ Let’s keep the convo going:

Follow Emily on Instagram → @honestlyemilyrose
Follow the podcast on TikTok → @worthymotherpodcast

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