Chaos & Caffeine - ADHD Parenting Podcast

What if you could parent your ADHD child like a high-performance coach—calm, confident, and totally in control, even during a full-blown cereal aisle meltdown?

In this powerhouse episode of Chaos & Caffeine, certified mental performance coach Dan Mickle breaks down what every ADHD parent needs to know about building mental resilience, regulating emotions (theirs AND ours), and helping neurodivergent kids thrive in a world that w...

Feeling lost in a sea of IEPs, 504s, FBAs, and all those other acronym landmines tossed around at school meetings and doctor visits? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not clueless. In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, ADHD parenting expert and emotional support bestie Danielle Kelly breaks down over 30 essential neurodivergent terms in plain English, with relatable stories, mom-level sarcasm, and zero judgment.

From decodin...

Parenting a neurodivergent child isn’t for the faint of heart—and if you’ve ever left an IEP meeting in tears, Googled “ADHD meltdown strategies” at 2am, or wondered if you might be neurodivergent too… this episode is your lifeline.

In this powerful, no-fluff conversation, host Danielle Kelly sits down with neurodiversity consultant, speaker, and Journey2Bloom founder Lisa Richer, a mom of two neurodivergent kids (and one herself), ...

Summer break doesn't have to feel like the Olympics of meltdowns, messes, and mental fatigue—especially if you're parenting a neurodivergent child. In this jam-packed episode of Chaos & Caffeine, host Danielle Kelly serves up a raw, relatable, science-backed guide to surviving (and maybe even enjoying?!) summer with ADHD kids in tow.

We’ll unpack why summer is so freaking hard for kids with ADHD, how to create anchor-p...

What if your child’s ADHD, autism, or mood swings aren’t just behavioral—but biological? In this jaw-dropping episode of Chaos & Caffeine, host Danielle dives deep with world-renowned medical geneticist and founder of NeuroNeeds, Dr. Richard Boles, to uncover the science your pediatrician probably never mentioned.

Dr. Boles breaks down the mitochondria-brain connection, the genetic roots of neurodivergence, and how targeted nutr...

Has your teen announced they have ADHD—because TikTok said so? You’re not alone. In this powerful and relatable episode of Chaos & Caffeine, host Danielle Kelly (your ADHD parenting bestie) unpacks the wild world of social media self-diagnosis, especially how platforms like TikTok are shaping how kids understand mental health.

We dive deep into the science of ADHD, teen brain development, emotional regulation, and how to separat...

Are you drowning in laundry piles, unfinished to-do lists, and the constant chaos of parenting kids with ADHD? You are so not alone—and this episode is your lifeline. Danielle Kelly, host of Chaos & Caffeine, sits down with productivity and organizing expert Lisa Zawrotny, founder of Positively Productive Systems and host of the Positively Living Podcast, to talk all things routines, overwhelm, and how to actually get stuff don...

Ever wonder why your ADHD kid’s 5-minute shower turns into a 37-minute bathroom rave that destroys your entire morning routine? Spoiler: They’re not being lazy—they literally don’t feel time the way neurotypical brains do.

In this must-hear episode of Chaos & Caffeine, ADHD parenting coach and podcast host Danielle Kelly dives deep into the science of ADHD time blindness. You’ll learn how executive dysfunction disrupts your chil...

If you’re raising a child with ADHD or autism and wondering what their future might look like—stop what you’re doing and hit play.

In this unforgettable episode of Chaos & Caffeine, host Danielle Kelly sits down with Martin Slyngstad—autism advocate, public speaker, Special Olympics gold medalist, co-author of Chatter Box: My Life with Autism, and founder of Spire Autism. Diagnosed at age five and now in early adulthood, Martin ...

Are we to blame for our kids' ADHD? In this spicy episode of Chaos & Caffeine, your ADHD parenting bestie Danielle Kelly dives into the viral Diary of a CEO interview with Erica Komisar, where she drops a parenting bomb: that ADHD might be caused by daycare and parental choices. Uh, what?

Danielle unpacks the science (yes, real studies), the myths, and the emotional toll of blaming parents—especially moms—for their children...

Struggling to support your child with ADHD and dyslexia? You're not alone—and you're definitely not out of options.

In this powerhouse episode of Chaos & Caffeine, host Danielle Kelly sits down with educational neuroscientist and literacy expert Dr. Rebecca Troy, founder of Retrain the Dyslexic Brain. With over 22 years of experience and a doctorate in education, Dr. Troy dives deep into the science behind dyslexia, ho...

Is screen time rotting our ADHD kids' brains—or is there a smarter way to manage it without losing ours? In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, I spill the beans on why I was the "mean mom" who banned YouTube (yep, even YouTube Kids wasn’t safe), and how I finally found a middle ground with the help of Google Family Link and actual science.

We’ll dig into what screen time really does to our neurodivergent kiddos&apo...

Does your child have trouble expressing themselves—or maybe they're talking nonstop but struggling to communicate effectively? In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, Danielle sits down with bilingual speech-language pathologist and ADHD parent advocate Ellie Richter, MA, CCC-SLP, to unpack the often-overlooked connection between speech and language development and ADHD. Ellie shares her expert insights on identifying red fla...

So, your kid just got diagnosed with ADHD... and now your brain is spiraling between “Wait, should I medicate?” and “How do I even help them without totally losing myself?”
 Mama, you are not alone—and this week’s episode of Chaos & Caffeine is your lifeline.

In this solo episode, we break down the first 10 steps every newly diagnosed ADHD family needs to take. We’re talking real-deal science (in plain English), emotional su...

Are you parenting a neurodivergent child and feeling like you’re barely holding it together with duct tape and cold brew? In this powerful episode of Chaos & Caffeine, Danielle Kelly sits down with award-winning neurodivergent family coach Talia Zamora to talk about what it really takes to raise differently wired kids in a world that’s still stuck in neurotypical default mode.

Talia shares her own story as a mom of two autistic ...

Are you dreaming of a family vacation without the meltdowns, chaos, and needing a vacation from your vacation? In this week’s episode of Chaos & Caffeine, ADHD parenting coach and your favorite scary mommy blogger, Danielle Kelly, spills the tea on how she managed her neurodivergent kiddo on a cruise without losing her damn mind.

We’re talking real-life hacks, science-backed strategies, and cheeky truth bombs to help you keep yo...

Tired of white-knuckling it through your kid’s ADHD meltdowns while running on fumes, cold coffee, and guilt? Same, girl. Same. 

In this raw, real AF episode of Chaos & Caffeine, I sit down with the incredible Hilary Russo—Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner, holistic health coach, trauma-informed care educator, and one of New Jersey’s Top 3 Alternative Medicine Practitioners in 2024. 

We’re diving into the gritty realiti...

Are you parenting a child with ADHD and constantly asking, "What am I missing? Why isn't anything working?" This episode of Chaos & Caffeine dives deep into the powerful, research-backed world of Behavior Parent Training (BPT) — the #1 recommended intervention for ADHD children. I’ll walk you through:

• What Behavior Parent Training actually is (no jargon, just real talk)
• Who it helps and why it works...

Are you a parent raising neurodivergent kids—while also managing your own ADHD, autism, or sensory overwhelm? Then baby, this episode of Chaos & Caffeine was brewed just for you.

Host Danielle Kelly sits down with powerhouse mama Karaleigh Garrison—a neurodivergent motivational speaker, singer, and host of the Be the Dream podcast—to talk about what it really looks like to navigate motherhood with a differently wired brain.

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