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In this very first episode of Surviving Parenthood, host Vida Carey opens up about her personal journey as a neurodivergent parent. Diagnosed later in life with ADHD and autism, Vida reflects on how these experiences shape her parenting—both the struggles and the victories.

She shares a vulnerable story about a difficult encounter with her children’s pediatrician that highlights the unique challenges neurodivergent parents often face. At the same time, she celebrates her children’s growth and reminds listeners of the importance of resilience, love, and community support.

This episode is both a candid look at the realities of parenting with neurodivergence and a hopeful reminder that every day is a fresh chance to try again.

Key Takeaways

• Parenting can be especially complex for neurodivergent individuals.
• A late ADHD or autism diagnosis often reshapes how parents understand themselves.
• Parenting “failures” can bring up shame—but also powerful lessons.
• Supportive community makes all the difference.
• Celebrating small wins helps keep momentum.
• Resilience and love matter more than perfection.
• Every day is an opportunity to begin again.

Memorable Sound Bites

• “Our stories matter too.”
• “I try to do all the things.”
• “Parenting is so hard.”

Episode Chapters

• 00:00 – Welcome to Surviving Parenthood
• 01:44 – Vida’s Story: ADHD + Autism Diagnosis
• 07:06 – Parenting Challenges & the “ADHD Tax”
• 15:28 – Celebrating Parenting Wins
• 19:40 – Lessons Learned & Moving Forward

Parenting is hard. Parenting while neurodivergent? That’s a whole new level. 

Welcome to Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition, a podcast by and for parents who are neurodivergent — because our stories matter, too. 💜 

I’m Vida Carey — a special education teacher, neurodivergent coach, late-diagnosed AuDHDer, and a parent who is neurodivergent myself. In this trailer, I share why I started this podcast and what you can expect from each episode: real stories from parents about their best days, worst days, and lessons learned along the way. 

If you’ve ever felt like your brain just doesn’t parent the way the books say it should, or if you want to hear honest, relatable, and often hilarious parenting stories from people who get it, this is the podcast for you. 

🎧 Subscribe now so you don’t miss the first episodes dropping Oct 1. 

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