Life Well Managed

This is my story about getting diagnosed with ADHD in my late 30s. It’s a long one - clearly brevity isn’t my strength. But my goal in sharing so much about my life is to help others. The only reason I knew to get myself evaluated for ADHD is because of social media posts from other moms sharing their experiences with being diagnosed later in life. Former me would have been shocked by my diagnosis. For me, I had coping skills that I didn’t even realize were coping skills. I was able to keep everything together…until I wasn’t.

I was always thought of as Type A - I’m a CPA, I did well in school, I even started a professional organizing business. One thing I’ve learned is you don’t have to be the stereotypical hyper little boy with behavior issues to have ADHD. You can be a successful, driven woman, and also have ADHD.

If my post resonates with you and you suspect you have ADHD, I highly suggest getting evaluated. No harm can come from it. You are the same you with or without a diagnosis - it doesn’t change who you are, but it can help you help yourself.

Another important thing I’ve learned is that girls go undiagnosed more often than boys. That means ADHD girls aren’t getting the treatment, support, and understanding they need. This can be due to coping skills and masking. Parents with ADHD have a 60-90% chance of having a child with ADHD, so you could be helping your child and yourself at the same time by getting evaluated.

I’d love to hear your story if you’d like to share your experience with ADHD or being neurodivergent! ❤️🫶🏻

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Going to the Legendary Santa has been a Christmas tradition for me since I was a baby! What fun it is to now be taking my own kiddos! Swipe to the end for some “vintage” pictures back at the Thalhimers department store and my not-so-happy reaction to Santa 🎅🎄🎁

Speaking of vintage, my daughter asked Santa for a Tamagotchi (one of my childhood favorite toys)! My son asked for a remote control truck and excavator.

Stephy is excited to see fireworks tomorrow! What are your 4th of July plans? 🎆

I decided to start a new Instagram account, , for our play, toys, books, playhouse, crafts, and general kids’ stuff. Please give my new page a follow! ❤️

A beautiful Spring day by the river 😍

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