ADHD Families Podcast helps parents raising children with ADHD create a calmer, more functional family life. Hosted by Sharon Collon, a PCC Credentialed ADHD Coach and Parenting Consultant and Founder of The Functional Family, this podcast shares practical strategies for parenting children with ADHD, supporting executive function development, reducing overwhelm and building systems that work with the ADHD brain. If you are navigating ADHD meltdowns, routines that do not stick, challenges at home or school, or the mental load of supporting your family, you are in the right place. Each episode offers practical family systems and real-life ADHD parenting support...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 18:44
***Join Managing Sibling Conflict & ADHD Session*** Why does one child seem to know exactly how to push their sibling’s buttons, then keep going until the whole house explodes?…
Aug 31, 2026 · 26:36
***Join the ADHD Family Quest*** How many tabs about ADHD do you have open right now? On your phone, on your laptop. The one about dopamine. The one about demand avoidance. The…
Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
Week one, the reward chart is magic. Your child is racing to the fridge for their gold star. The school bag is actually being put away. Nobody is nagging. Nobody is arguing. And…
Aug 17, 2026 · 12:59
They held it together all day. The teacher says they were fine. Maybe they even had a great day. Then they walk through the front door and within 10 minutes, everything falls…
Aug 10, 2026 · 13:31
The toast was cut the wrong way. That’s all it took. Suddenly there are tears, slammed doors and an emotional reaction so huge you’re standing there wondering, how is THIS the…
Aug 3, 2026 · 16:55
Why does your child melt down at exactly 7:15am, 3:15pm and 8:45pm, like clockwork? On the ADHD Families Podcas t , Sharon Collon, PCC credentialed ADHD coach and founder of The…
Jul 27, 2026 · 31:37
You've found the support. You've done the research. You know your teenager could benefit from ADHD coaching... But every time you bring it up, you're met with, "I'm fine." or "I…
Jul 21, 2026 · 17:24
School camp can feel like a huge milestone… but for parents of children with ADHD, it often comes with a whole lot of worry. Will they sleep? Will they remember their medication?…
Jun 18, 2026 · 25:56
Has your child ever dropped the F-bomb at exactly the worst possible moment? Maybe it was at a family dinner, in the school pickup line, or right in front of Grandma. If so,…
Jun 6, 2026 · 8:26
What if your ADHD habits were quietly costing your family thousands every single year — and you could start getting that money back this week? 💸 In this episode of the ADHD…
May 29, 2026 · 14:27
Have you ever wondered where your money is actually going - even when you’re trying your best to stay on top of things? In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast , ADHD…
May 16, 2026 · 38:55
***Blakey's new film - In pieces together *** What happens when a world-record surfing challenge becomes a mission to save lives? In this inspiring episode of the ADHD Families…
Apr 29, 2026 · 35:44
It's Sunday afternoon. Your kids can't walk past each other without it turning into something. Every interaction is a battle. And somewhere in the middle of it, you're thinking —…
Apr 20, 2026 · 45:26
Every week in my support group, parents share the same quiet ache — they wish they had people in their lives who actually got them. They feel lonely. And they're often so busy…
Apr 9, 2026 · 21:12
Are you stuck in the impossible loop of should I or shouldn't I — and feeling judged no matter which way you lean? If you're a parent of a child with ADHD, the medication…
Mar 28, 2026 · 11:31
Does your child go from 0 to 100 in seconds and you're left wondering what just happened? If you're parenting a child with ADHD, you already know that big emotions don't just…
Mar 4, 2026 · 30:50
Why does parenting a child with ADHD feel relentlessly overwhelming — even when you’re doing everything “right”? ADHD Families Podcast , Sharon Collon , ADHD family coach and…
Feb 22, 2026 · 20:41
Why do car rides explode faster than anywhere else? In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast , Sharon Collon , ADHD family coach and founder of The Functional Family ,…
Feb 6, 2026 · 24:55
Do your mornings feel like you’ve already lived an entire day before 9am? If school mornings are full of rushing, resistance, yelling, or tears — and you’re left completely…
Jan 27, 2026 · 16:29
Have you just received an ADHD diagnosis for your child and found yourself thinking, “Okay… now what?” If your next instinct is to book all the appointments , consume all the…
Jan 20, 2026 · 21:20
Have you ever looked at your child’s behaviour and thought, “Is this ADHD… or are they just being rude, defiant, or pushing boundaries?” If that question leaves you stuck between…
Jan 14, 2026 · 11:36
Are you exhausted from trying everything — routines, charts, consequences — and still feeling like nothing sticks? If you’re parenting a child with ADHD and wondering why “trying…
Jan 6, 2026 · 16:01
What if school holidays didn’t have to end in burnout, meltdowns, and guilt? In this practical and reassuring episode of the ADHD Families Podcast , Sharon — ADHD family coach…
Dec 30, 2025 · 23:27
What if your biggest breakthroughs came from reflecting on what didn’t work? In this vulnerable year-in-review episode of the ADHD Families Podcast , Sharon , ADHD family coach…
Nov 10, 2025 · 51:16
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Michael Shanahan, founder of Dyscastia, about: ✅ The real challenges behind reading, writing, and maths struggles (it’s not…
Nov 2, 2025 · 42:06
ADHD, Addiction, and Turning Pain Into Purpose — with Jack Thompson In this episode, Sharon sits down with ultra-endurance cyclist Jack Thompson , who shares his powerful story…
Oct 10, 2025 · 10:46
How do you tell your child they have ADHD without making it feel scary, overwhelming or negative? In this episode, Sharon, ADHD coach and parent mentor , walks you through…
Jul 22, 2025 · 39:18
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Rebecca Torpie, founder of Sensory Smart Kids, about: ✅ What sensory profiles actually mean for children with ADHD ✅ The difference…
Jul 10, 2025 · 48:00
Ever feel like you need to clone yourself just to get through the week? Trust me, you’re not alone! If your to-do list is longer than your arm and you’re running on coffee and…
Jun 23, 2025 · 37:07
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Jane McFadden, founder of ADHD Mum Podcast, about: ✅ Why so many ADHD mums fall into the “all or nothing” trap, and how perfectionism…
Jun 8, 2025 · 10:37
Are you constantly walking on eggshells around your child with ADHD? Feeling like you’re failing as a parent or just plain exhausted from the daily battles? You’re not alone—and…
May 29, 2025 · 41:03
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Dr Mary Barson, founder of Real Life Medicine, about: ✅ Real-life strategies for ADHD & weight management ✅ The truth about dopamine,…
May 20, 2025 · 34:45
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Sam Taylor, founder of Go Beyond Therapy, about: ✅ Why parents are more burnt out than ever (and what to do about it) ✅ The “bucket”…
May 9, 2025 · 44:11
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Natalia Aiza about: ✅ The real differences between OCD and anxiety (and why it matters) ✅ Surprising signs of OCD in kids with ADHD ✅…
Apr 22, 2025 · 51:31
👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Dominique Jones about: ✅ Strategies to help teachers implement accommodations, support, understanding, and connection for students…
Apr 11, 2025 · 40:38
Secrets to Managing Challenging Behaviors 👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Dave Jereb about: ✅ How to shift from managing behavior to fostering development ✅ The…
Mar 27, 2025 · 39:55
ADHD Habit Hacks: How to Support Your Child's to Thrive 👀 In this episode, Sharon Collon interviews Monique Suidgeest about: ✅ Creating lifelong habits that help ADHD brains…
Feb 24, 2025 · 40:30
This podcast episode is perhaps the most important one I have ever been a part of. **I want to warn you now that it has a trigger warning . I also cry the whole way through it.…
Jan 31, 2025 · 54:21
The teenage years are a tricky one for us parents to navigate. Often the lines become a bit blurred between what is ADHD and what is teenage boundary pushing behaviour. I get a…
Dec 25, 2024 · 26:53
Today, we're diving into a special end-of-the-year wrap-up episode designed to help you reflect on 2024 and set meaningful targets for 2025. If you often reach the end of the…
Dec 10, 2024 · 52:44
In today's episode, we are thrilled to have Sue Larkey, an esteemed "pracademic," joining us to share her wealth of knowledge, combining practical experience and academic…
Nov 27, 2024 · 51:31
Today we're diving into the critical topic of online safety for children, especially those with ADHD. Joining us is the remarkable Kristi McVee, an ex-detective and expert in…
Nov 12, 2024 · 47:44
Are you planning a family trip and wondering how to make it enjoyable for everyone? Curious about how to handle the unique challenges of traveling with children who have ADHD?…
Oct 29, 2024 · 39:55
In today's episode, host Sharon Collon sits down with Sandy Booysen, a dietitian specialising in neurodivergence and peadiatric feeding disorders. We're diving into the…
Oct 15, 2024 · 49:30
Let's delve into the complex world of puberty and ADHD, exploring how early puberty can impact mental health, and the importance of providing safety and security for our…
Oct 1, 2024 · 47:53
We’re delving into the complex world of anxiety, especially how it affects children and adolescents with ADHD. Our special guest is Karen Young, a psychologist and speaker who…
Sep 24, 2024 · 25:51
When people chat about ADHD it is often includes a long list of the challenges they are experiencing with ADHD but this is ignoring an important part of the puzzle. The…
Sep 17, 2024 · 40:58
Today we're diving into a topic that's close to the hearts of many families navigating ADHD: oppositional behaviours in children. Joining us is Jacquie Ward, a psychologist…
Sep 10, 2024 · 39:38
Let's chat about love and relationships and ADHD. In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast we chat with Jamie Blume, an expert ADHD coach, to dive deep into the intricacies…
Sep 3, 2024 · 53:48
In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast, we are chatting with the incredible Lael Stone about how to support our kids emotionally and help them process their big feelings.…
Aug 27, 2024 · 57:25
In today's episode, our host Sharon Collon sits down with Vivian Dunstan, founder of ADHD Support Australia, to tackle some of the most pressing social challenges faced by…
Aug 20, 2024 · 40:35
Today, we dive into the transformative power of gut health and its impact on ADHD and OCD symptoms. Special guest Jo Whitton shares her journey from traditional medical advice to…
Aug 13, 2024 · 38:46
In episode we sit down with the incredible Donna Moala, a pediatric sleep specialist and founder of "Bub to Sleep." Donna shares her lived ADHD expertise and guides us on…
Aug 6, 2024 · 35:19
Welcome to the ADHD Families Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Steph Geddies, a registered nutritionist specialising in family nutrition and helping parents raise…
Jul 30, 2024 · 47:17
We know the ADHD brain is often anxious. However, supporting our family members with anxiety usually leaves a lot of us confused about the right strategy to draw upon. To help us…
Jul 23, 2024 · 37:56
I think more life admin is being thrown at us than ever before! There is so much overwhelm when I chat to our beautiful ADHD community juggling this invisible load. In this…
Jul 16, 2024 · 38:38
We know that dyslexia and ADHD often go together? But what can we do to support our kids? How does dyslexia show up? How can we make reading fun for our kids that struggle? In…
Jul 2, 2024 · 40:55
Are you feeling burnt out? The truth is as parents of children with extra needs we are at an increased burnout risk. In this podcast I chat with the incredible Filipa Bellette,…
Jun 18, 2024 · 39:50
In this fun episode I am providing a waterfall of FREE parenting tips to help your family! One of my favourite things to do is breakthrough the noise about ADHD and give you…
Jun 4, 2024 · 44:25
Anger is a big emotion and it often causes a lot of distress. When we act from the red zone we often regret our actions. But how do we support our kids that show anger and…
May 21, 2024 · 36:32
Let's chat about Teenagers with ADHD ! I know so many of you have questions around this topic, so I have bought in Leanne Tran who is a registered Psychologist who specialises in…
Apr 30, 2024 · 33:39
Do you ever wonder what an ADHD coach does? How can an ADHD Coach assist you in management of ADHD? How do we make sure we are seeing a qualified coach? In this podcast I chat…
Apr 23, 2024 · 39:56
In today's episode, Sharon chats with Yael Rothman and Katia Fredriksen - Neuropsychologists. We chat about what the difference is between a neuropsychologist and a clinical…
Apr 10, 2024 · 41:06
Today we have the incredible Gen Dharamaraj from Nurturing Brain Potential chatting with us about functional neurology and ADHD. We discuss: - How do we support our beautiful…
Mar 29, 2024 · 49:20
In this podcast we chat with the incredible Angela Lockwood about reducing overwhelm and minimising distraction in our modern lives. There is so much gold in this interview and…
Mar 11, 2024 · 49:30
Let's chat about ADHD in high achieving women! In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast we are with the incredible Jane McFadden and she share her story. We discuss diagnosis…
Feb 27, 2024 · 48:16
This is a very special episode for our beautiful children's Grandparents (PLEASE SHARE IT). Here are my top 10 tips for supporting your gorgeous Grandchildren with ADHD .…
Feb 11, 2024 · 28:08
Have you been told you need to meditate or practice mindfulness but really struggle with this concept? People with ADHD can often have negative feelings about mindfulness. So I…
Jan 16, 2024 · 24:43
In this episode we delve into parenting shifts or lessons that I have learnt and that are common in this beautiful community with a view to highlighting and shortcutting success…
Jan 2, 2024 · 49:27
***Don't forget to register for our FREE ADHD Families Festival *** In this episode of the ADHD Families Podcast we chat with the incredible Chrissie Davies about advocating for…
Dec 19, 2023 · 45:42
In this episode Alexx Stuart and Sharon chat about Alexx's recent ADHD diagnosis, living a low tox life, mould illnesses and 3 steps to have a healthier life with ADHD . Key…
Dec 5, 2023 · 41:43
In this episode Sharon chats with Emma Gilmour from Hope Rising Coaching about ADHD and alcohol . Wow! What a mind blowing episode! Emma shares her story and gives us practical…
Nov 21, 2023 · 11:59
This episode is about prepping conversations and how they can be used as a strategy to help with anxiety and prepare our family members for situations before they go into fight…
Nov 6, 2023 · 31:36
In today's episode Sharon chats with Melinda, Child Psychologist. In this episode they cover what a child psychologist does, how they can support our beautiful ADHD kids and some…
Oct 23, 2023 · 26:10
You know those problems that keep coming up for your family...? Those little points of friction that cause your whole body to tense? I call these predictable problems. If they…
Oct 9, 2023 · 27:43
In today's episode we chat with Dayna Abraham, a bestselling author of The Superkids Activity Guide to Conquering Every Day and Sensory Processing 101. Dayna is on a mission to…
Sep 26, 2023 · 13:53
Today's episode is about energy management, minor irritations and tolerations: 1.50m What is a toleration? 2.15m A rock in your shoe 2.56m Examples of tolerations and identifying…
Sep 12, 2023 · 29:45
How are your finances? ADHD and Money is a BIG TOPIC! It is something that we probably do not talk about enough. In this episode, we chat to Tina @theADHDaccountant and owner of…
Aug 29, 2023 · 20:52
In this episode we explore your energy being your most important currency and Sharon gives you 5 practical steps to try to protect you from burnout. Here are the key points and…
Aug 15, 2023 · 30:13
In this episode I chat with Narelle all about ADHD and organisation. Narelle is the founder of Simply Happy, a professional organiser and yoga teacher with an Education…
Aug 1, 2023 · 16:22
It is time to bring back the family meeting! Get your free family meeting template here! Here are the important points with timestamps: 1.50 - The invisible load 2.20 - The…
Jul 18, 2023 · 39:20
Jules Galloway has been my naturopath and friend for a long time. Recently she has been diagnosed with ADHD. It makes sense because all my favourite people have ADHD. In today's…
Jul 4, 2023 · 18:57
This episode is about patterns of thinking. It is something that comes up a lot in ADHD coaching. Highlights and Timestamps: 2.40m - The ADHD brain's negativity bias 5.00m -…
Jun 20, 2023 · 28:46
Christina Keeble is a Neurodivergent Consultant who delivers seminars to parents, carers & professionals. Christina supports families, schools and businesses around Australia and…
Jun 6, 2023 · 28:31
Highlights and Timestamps: - new levels new devils 2:11 - the realisation that no one is coming to save us! 3:20 - how Sharon views her life 4:57 - avoiding black and white…
May 23, 2023 · 25:17
Leonie Dawson is best selling author and multi-passionate entrepreneur. She is incredible and also incredibly entertaining to listen too! - About Leonie's journey with autism and…
May 9, 2023 · 21:26
This episode, I'm going to be talking about something that is really close to my heart and it might be a little bit triggering for some people. So I just wanted to give that…
Apr 25, 2023 · 29:33
For today's episode, we have Amy Kennedy from the Organising Bee, sharing tips on how to keep your home organised. - Amy's role in helping families with neurodiversity (2.30m) -…
Apr 9, 2023 · 25:18
Do you have a bucket list? It is no surprise to you, because you know I love a list, that I have a bucket list. A bucket list is a list of things you want to see or do before you…
Apr 7, 2023 · 25:28
Today's episode, we have Mariane join us who is a psychologist, coach, and co-founder of The Posify Group, where we talk about meaningful living and human potential. - What is…
Apr 2, 2023 · 10:11
This is the very first episode of the ADHD Family's Podcast. This episode dives into The Functional Family story, and what this podcast is about. Here are some good parts (and…
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