Nostalgic Neurodivergent

Nostalgic Neurodivergent

Welcome to The Nostalgic Neurodivergent, the podcast for neurodivergent moms navigating life, parenting, and complex family dynamics—served with a side of nerdy Xennial energy. Hosted by Kori, each episode blends practical strategies, lived experience, and nerdy nostalgia to help you thrive as an ND parent including: Science-backed insights on ND parenting & emotional regulation; Strategies for co-parenting, blended families, & boundary-setting; Fun nods to 80s/90s nostalgia for that Xennial vibe; and Bold, no-BS conversations—including The Elephant in the Room.

Episodes

June 24, 2025 4 mins

What if the thing you were shamed for as a child is actually your greatest source of strength? This episode explores the untamed, imaginative spirit of Anne Shirley and how daydreaming, intensity, and “being too much” can become our superpowers—not our shame.


Want to go deeper? I invite you into the world of Empowered NeuroMom: https://empoweredneuromom.com/start-here

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We revisit The Secret Garden not just as a childhood classic, but as a metaphor for healing. Through curiosity, Mary Lennox finds a way back to herself—and so can we. This one’s for the ND women rediscovering wonder, grief, and growth in the same breath.


Want to go deeper? I invite you into the world of Empowered NeuroMom: https://empoweredneuromom.com/start-here

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What does it cost to be the calm one, the helper, the one who never falls apart? In this reflection on Little House on the Prairie, we name the cost of being the “good kid” and why softness is no longer negotiable.


Want to go deeper? I invite you into the world of Empowered NeuroMom: https://empoweredneuromom.com/start-here

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Inspired by The Phantom of the Opera, this episode dives deep into masking, grief, and the ache of being seen while still hiding. For anyone who’s lost their voice behind performance—this one is for you.
Want to go deeper? I invite you into the world of Empowered NeuroMom. https://empoweredneuromom.com/start-here

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“There’s no place like home” hits differently when you’re neurodivergent—especially when the world taught you to mask your magic just to survive. In this episode, Kori reclaims the metaphor of Oz through the lens of late diagnosis, perfectionism, and self-return. If you’ve ever felt like the map didn’t make sense because it wasn’t made for you, this one’s for you.

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This isn’t just a podcast origin story—it’s a permission slip. In this kickoff to the Master Narrative arc, Kori reflects on the layered evolution of this space, from Autism Family Life to The Nostalgic Neurodivergent, and all the messy middle in between.


This episode names the sacred weirdness of being neurodivergent and late diagnosed in a world that demands polish. Come meet the media, myths, and characters that shaped a jou...

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May 14, 2025 5 mins

If you’ve ever cried in the car after advocating for your child—because no one ever did that for you—this one’s for you. This episode is about healing while you advocate, the double-boss-battle of doing emotional repair and system disruption in the same breath

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What do you do when you're trying to heal the wounds of your own childhood while raising a kid who's triggering every single one of them?

This episode is a real-talk breakdown of reparenting while actively parenting — the emotional boss battle of being a neurodivergent mom raising a neurodivergent child. We’re talking bedtime meltdowns, sensory overload, and those moments when your own trauma speaks before your values can.

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ADHD brains process sensory input differently, making overstimulation harder to manage. Learn how to calm your nervous system and reduce overwhelm.


💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔ Why ADHD makes sensory overload worse

✔ The hidden triggers that increase overstimulation

✔ ADHD-friendly strategies to regulate and prevent sensory overwhelm

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🌟 Burnout and meltdowns are tough for any mom, but for neurodivergent moms, they can feel especially overwhelming. In this episode, I’m diving into practical tools for recognizing burnout, prioritizing self-care, and handling meltdowns or shutdowns with grace.


💡 In This Episode:

  • Learn how to spot burnout early and take proactive steps.

  • Discover self-care practices that actually work for busy moms.

  • Get tools for supporting you...

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You don’t need a diagnosis or a school meeting to start advocating for your ND child. In this episode, we explore the powerful moments at home that lay the groundwork for future self-advocacy—plus simple strategies you can start using today.

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 ADHD time blindness makes managing time feel impossible. Learn ADHD-friendly strategies to work with your brain and improve time awareness.


💡 What You’ll Learn:


✔ Why ADHD brains struggle with time perception

✔ The biggest myths about time management

✔ ADHD-friendly strategies to stay on track

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ND safety isn’t about sensory bins—it’s about emotional co-regulation. This episode explores what it really means to build safe spaces at home that let your daughter unmask, reset, and feel truly seen.

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ADHD brains struggle with decision-making, often leading to analysis paralysis. Learn how to reduce choice overload and make everyday decisions easier.


💡 What You’ll Learn: 

✔ Why ADHD brains struggle with decision fatigue

✔ How too many choices create mental shutdown

✔ ADHD-friendly hacks to simplify choices

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When your ND daughter starts unmasking, it can reveal where you’re still hiding too. This episode explores the power of co-unmasking, parenting without performance, and building shared language around neurodivergence and safety.


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ADHD brains process sensory input differently, making overstimulation harder to manage. Learn how to calm your nervous system and reduce overwhelm.


💡 What You’ll Learn:


✔ Why ADHD makes sensory overload worse

✔ The hidden triggers that increase overstimulation

✔ ADHD-friendly strategies to regulate and prevent sensory overwhelm

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You don’t need a diagnosis to understand yourself—or your child. In this episode, I unpack the power of self-identification/self-diagnosis, the difference between clarity and confirmation, and how to build real support without needing to prove your pain.

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ADHD moms know how hard it is to stay calm when their child is overwhelmed. Learn how to co-regulate and prevent emotional spirals.


💡 What You’ll Learn:


✔ Why ADHD brains struggle with emotional regulation

✔ How co-regulation works & why it’s essential

✔ ADHD-friendly strategies to stay grounded in tough moments

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If you’re a late-diagnosed neurodivergent mom raising a daughter who’s also showing signs, this one’s for you. We’re talking about the real stuff—masking, advocacy, identity, and the powerful moments that crack everything open. Press play for real talk, science-backed insight, and the reminder that you’re not alone in this work

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ADHD brains process clutter differently. If traditional organization systems don’t work for you, it’s NOT a personal failing—it’s about finding a system that fits your brain.


💡 What You’ll Learn: 

✔ Why ADHD makes clutter overwhelming

✔ The biggest mistakes that keep you stuck

✔ ADHD-friendly organizing strategies that actually work

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