Ever walked away from school pick-up mentally exhausted from awkward small talk, unspoken social rules, or overthinking what you said? You’re not alone.
For ADHD and autistic mums, pick-up isn’t just about collecting your child - it’s a social minefield that can leave you feeling wiped out, anxious, or like you somehow “got it wrong.”
But what if school pick-up didn’t have to be so exhausting?
In this episode:
- How to stop replaying conversations in your head for hours after pick-up.
- A simple way to handle small talk without draining your energy.
- When masking is helpful and when it’s just not worth it.
- How to know who’s worth your energy (and when to let go of the guilt).
- What to do when rejection sensitivity kicks in and you start spiralling.
If school pick-up feels awkward, exhausting, or just too much, this episode is for you.
👉 Grab my guide Navigating School Pick-Up: A Guide for ADHD Mums - it’s full of real-life scripts and strategies to help you feel more confident. Get it for $30 on my website.
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Topics Covered in This Episode: School pick-up, ADHD mums, autistic mums, social exhaustion, overthinking social interactions, small talk anxiety, masking, rejection sensitivity, social burnout, managing social energy, neurodivergent parenting, awkward social situations, playground dynamics, navigating school pick-up, ADHD social skills, ADHD and masking, social overwhelm, avoiding small talk, decoding neurotypical communication, school pick-up anxiety, ADHD mum life, neurodivergent communication, ADHD-friendly strategies, ADHD and social interactions, ADHD and social anxiety, ADHD mum struggles, ADHD-friendly parenting tips.
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A Guide to Navigating School Pick-Up
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