14 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

1 saved

11

POV: you’re a gamer mom with ADHD

Nobody talks about the gamer mom ADHD struggle.

I don’t have a favorite game.

I have a rotating cast of games that take turns becoming my entire personality.

Monday: Cozy decorating game.

Wednesday: Farming simulator.

Friday: Survival game.

Sunday: Looking for a new game because somehow none of the 50 I own sound good.

At this point, collecting games might actually be the game. 🎮😂

#gamer #adhd #momlife #gamermom

6/6 Edited to

As a gamer mom navigating life with ADHD, I’ve found that my gaming habits are anything but static. The rotation of games I play — whether it’s a cozy decorating game to unwind, a farming simulator to feel productive, or a survival game to amp up the adrenaline — reflects the way my mind craves new stimulation and variety. It’s not just about the games themselves but about how they help me manage focus and decompress amid the chaos of mom life. One thing I learned is that ADHD can make committing to one game or routine tough, but it also opens the door to discovering diverse genres and communities that bring unexpected joy. For example, when farming simulators call to me midweek, I sink into the relaxing pace and familiar cycles. Come Friday, I’m ready for the tension and quick thinking that survival games demand. Collecting games becomes its own sort of hobby — a curated library tailored to the shifting moods and energy levels ADHD brings. I’ve come to accept that looking for the 'next best game' is part strategy, part self-care. It’s a way of keeping my gaming experience fresh and engaging, which helps stave off that restless feeling ADHD often brings. For fellow gamer moms with ADHD, embracing this flexible gaming identity can be empowering. Instead of feeling guilty for not sticking with just one game, celebrating the variety helps build a balanced gaming lifestyle. It’s also a reminder that quality gaming moments are what count, no matter the genre or how frequently you switch. Incorporating gaming into a busy mom schedule isn’t always easy, but treating your gaming time as a valuable pause can improve focus and reduce stress. Whether it’s 15 minutes of decorating a virtual nook or a longer adventure saving your digital world, these moments matter. And sometimes, just scrolling through your game collection or hunting for deals can feel like a mini-game in itself — a fun and rewarding distraction that fits perfectly with the ADHD experience.

Related posts

A dark, cloudy night sky with tree branches in the foreground, featuring the title "What ADHD Really Feels Like..." in blue and white text.

A vibrant sunset or sunrise sky with orange, pink, and blue clouds over a landscape, displaying text about a constantly running brain with many thoughts.

A view from inside a car on a road with traffic and buildings under a cloudy sky, with text addressing the misconception that people with ADHD are lazy.

The ADHD Struggle Nobody Talks About

ADHD is so much more than being forgetful or distracted. It feels like having a brain that never turns off. A brain that jumps from one thought to the next before I even finish the first one. People call it lazy. People say just focus. But they don’t see the battles happening inside every single

1354 likes

A collage promoting the Finch app, featuring a cartoon bird, a beach background, and app screenshots. Text highlights gamified checklists, bird customization, and decorating a birdhouse.

A collage promoting the Sweepy app, showing a cartoon cleaning bucket, a bathroom, and app screenshots. Text emphasizes gamifying cleaning, custom rooms, and task lists.

apps I love as a SAHM with ADHD

Being a stay at home parent is much, much more than just sitting around playing with a baby. Running a household is hard work, especially when you’re also trying to make sure aforementioned baby gets plenty of interaction and time for developmental activities. When you add ADHD and other mental ill

11.1K likes

A person's legs are propped on an ottoman in a hotel lobby, while they hold a phone displaying a selfie. The image has text overlay "SIGNS YOU HAVE ADHD (like me)".

A list of ADHD symptoms, including interrupting people, getting hooked on passions, and a messy home, is displayed on a white rectangle over a beach background.

A list of non-medication solutions for managing ADHD, such as creating routines and learning active listening, is presented on a white rectangle against a gray wall.

Ways I Manage My ADHD ✨

I have ADHD and I was diagnosed after turning 30. 🫠 I’m grateful that I always knew I was ✨different✨ and accepted myself because it made dealing with my ADHD a little easier. Some people take medication for it but I’ve chosen not to because it destroys my sleep routine and leaves me needing

554 likes

1203 likes

A hand holds an orange prescription bottle filled with pills. An overlay reads "adderall side effects i didn't expect," with an arrow pointing to the bottle.

A hand holds an orange prescription bottle. An overlay lists ADHD medication side effects: suppressed appetite, higher heart rate, and feeling wired/too awake.

A hand holds an orange prescription bottle. An overlay describes the benefits of ADHD medication: improved focus, task completion, and feeling in control.

Does anyone else lose their appetite on ADHD meds?

Okay besties… let’s talk ADHD meds. I’ve been on Adderall, and while it’s been life changing for my ADHD, it definitely comes with side effects. For me, the biggest ones are a suppressed appetite (sometimes I forget to eat), a higher heart rate, and feeling a little too wired/awake at times. But

394 likes

Did ADHD meds make life easier for you?

The biggest thing I’ve learned from being on ADHD meds (Adderall IR for me) is this: The medication doesn’t make you a different person… it just lets you access the version of yourself you’ve been trying to reach for YEARS. Before taking meds, I used to think I was lazy, unmotivated, inconsis

469 likes

A woman with braided hair and a brown sweatshirt looks to the side, with text overlay "Life with ADHD as a mom" introducing the topic.

A kitchen interior with an island and bar stools, overlaid with text listing struggles like taking long to start tasks, being easily distracted, and feeling overwhelmed by to-do lists.

A cloudy sky with a palm tree, illustrating "ADHD PARALYSIS" as a cycle of feeling guilty, knowing tasks, avoiding due to overwhelm, feeling stressed, and doing tasks last minute.

Life with ADHD as a mom

I rarely speak about my experiences with adhd on my platforms. I’m not quite sure why, maybe because I feel like I’m not an expert or haven’t mastered it so I’m embarrassed?! Maybe because I struggle with it daily and it seems like such an “easy fix”, just focus! Seems silly but it’s definitely NOT

29 likes

A hand holds the book 'How to ADHD: An Insider's Guide to Working with Your Brain (Not Against It)' by Jessica McCabe. The cover is blue with yellow text and a white brain illustration. A yellow cartoon character with a question mark is overlaid on the bottom left.

A page from the book 'How to ADHD' shows the dedication, which includes lines like 'For the curious, the innovative, the wandering' and 'For ADHD Brains and the Hearts who love them.'

The first page of the 'Contents' from the book 'How to ADHD' lists chapters 1 through 7, including 'How to Fail at Everything,' 'How to ADD ADHD,' 'How to (Hyper)focus,' 'How to (Executive) Function,' 'How to Sleep,' 'How to See Time,' and 'How to Motivate Your Brain.'

book rec for my ADHD friends!! 💕

hey friends!!! it's been a minute since i've shared an ADHD rec (and i know a lot of you found me from my original recommendation of How To Keep House While Drowning) 🧹🧼 i just started Jessica's book last night, and i'm nearly halfway done! 📘 just from an accessibility stan

977 likes

A dark image of an open notebook with a scribbled drawing and the text "ADHD HACKS THAT ACTUALLY WORK!" in white, with "thekiralovediaries" and "lemon8 @lushieclubofficial" at the bottom.

A white background with a pink and black clipboard showing a to-do list with checked items and a pen. The text reads "TO DO LISTS + HELP BREAK DOWN TASKS EASILY."

A white background featuring a stack of colorful sticky notes (pink, yellow, blue). The text reads "STICKY NOTES + REMINDS YOU TO COMPLETE TASKS IN A FUN CUTE WAY."

ADHD HACKS THAT ACTUALLY WORK!

Hey, lovelies! If you're anything like me, living with ADHD feels a bit like your brain has about 50 tabs open. It’s a wild ride, right? But over the years, I’ve gathered some real-life hacks that help me manage the chaos. Ready to dive into my ADHD survival kit? Let’s roll! 🧠 Understanding

1470 likes

Knock-out Bedtime snack (ADHD MOM APPROVED)

Kiddos won’t go to bed?? Try this little hack to get their belly full and help them fall asleep😴 *HELPFUL for the ADHD kiddos to get omega-3 in their diet daily! Omega-3 is helpful for mental focus for kiddos! It’s helpful for the adults mental health also🫶🏼 Ingredients: •1/2 cup yogurt •1

574 likes

Supplements: Anxiety & ADHD Girlies 🫶

💊L-Theanine (Brand: Xymogen, from Amazon) Supports calm, has a naturally occurring amino acid found in Green tea leaves. 💊 Ashwaghanda (Brand: Youtheory, from Costco) Lowers cortisol levels. 💊 B12B6 (Brand: Youtheory, from Costco) Supports a fully functioning brain and nervous system. 💊 Cod Live

221 likes

It wasn’t my personality… it was ADHD

For years I thought I was just lazy because I couldn’t stay organized. What I’ve learned is that it’s not about being perfect it’s about finding small systems that actually work for my ADHD brain. 💜 It takes practice, patience, and lots of little tricks, but progress is still progress. If you’ve ev

906 likes

What I actually do as a meditation teacher with ADHD, OCD, & CPTSD 🧚

POV: you thought meditation meant becoming a peaceful, silent forest fairy 🧚‍♀️ but actually you’re just a slightly overstimulated human trying not to spiral in 6 directions at once 🫣 I teach meditation for ghouls who 👻 – overthink everything – feel “too aware” for traditional therapy – have

12 likes

How to stay Motivated as a Mom with ADHD✨

Parenting with ADHD can be incredibly challenging, but many strategies can help moms stay motivated and thrive. Here are 10 ways: 1. Break Tasks Down into Micro-Steps: The overwhelm of large tasks can be a major motivation killer for ADHD brains. Break down big chores (like "clean the kitche

229 likes

ADHD sensory regulation is WILD!

When you turn off a random background noise and your brain immediately calms down 🤪 — what noises overstimulate you?! #adhd #sensoryregulation #nervoussystemregulation #overstimulation

176 likes

ADHD moms connect with their kids differently 🍋

ADHD doesn’t make you a bad mom… It makes you a present, creative, emotionally aware one. And that matters more than a perfect house ever will 🤍 #adhdwomen #adhdparents #adhdfamily #neurodiversity

68 likes

ADHD and Learning

Why People with ADHD Often Struggle to Focus on Learning Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects the ability of many individuals to concentrate, particularly in educational settings. Here are the main reasons why students with ADHD often find it challenging to maintain focus. ⭐️

166 likes

A white camisole with small floral patterns lies on a quilted bed. Text overlay describes "starting 20 tasks and finishing none," with an example of half-done chores and watching YouTube, ending with a laughing emoji.

A person's hands are shown writing in an open lined notebook, resting on their lap. Text overlay reads: "time blindness" with examples like "It's only been 5 minutes!" (it's been 2 hours) or "I'll do it later" (3 weeks go by).

Habits I didn’t realize were ADHD

For the LONGEST time, I just thought something was wrong with me. I could never finish things I started, my brain felt like it had 100 tabs open, and no matter how hard I tried to just lock in and focus, it never worked. I labeled myself lazy, unmotivated, inconsistent… It wasn’t until I started

159 likes

ADHD me with a boring task 🫶

Well, bad things happen #adhd #adhdmind #adhdstruggles

58 likes

A young woman wearing headphones studies in a dimly lit room, with text highlighting an app for "ADHD GIRLIES" to help with productivity. A dashed arrow and a yellow cartoon character are also visible.

Against a cloudy sky, a pink box lists common struggles for individuals with ADHD regarding note-taking, such as missing information and difficulty focusing, under the heading "POV: you have adhd and hate taking notes".

A pink box details how "Utter AI" helps with note-taking, including recording lectures, listening in class, and notes writing themselves, with an app icon featuring a cow and sound waves, and cartoon elements.

Dear ADHD girlies…

my adhd girlies... this app changed everything 😭 no more missing important stuff when you zone out, no more messy notes, no more feeling behind in class! who else needs their lectures turned into perfect notes automatically?? #adhdproductivity #study #studytips #student #college

12 likes

A woman with long dark hair kneels, organizing an empty white kitchen cabinet with pull-out shelves. Overlay text states: "sometimes the structure you crave feels boring (and you have to do it anyway)".

A woman with a black face mask and a grey bow headband looks directly at the camera. Overlay text says: "you can't organize your way out of overwhelm if you never rest".

I wish I learned this sooner about ADHD 🥺

I always felt like having ADHD was like living with a broken brain - bc everything my friends and family can do/keep up with so easily is just so much harder for me. Having ADHD doesn’t mean you’re broken, but it does mean you have to be honest with yourself. Medication helps, systems help, gra

110 likes

Living Intentionally with ADHD

One day I decided to purge half of our belongings in order to help me save my mental health, and little did I know that so much more would come out of it. It’s important to cut the noise when we’re feeling overwhelmed #intentionalliving #lessismore #momof3 #simplehome #routines

397 likes

As someone with adhd and given a late diagnosis I’ve had to learn quickly about what adhd is and how/why I function the way I do. There are so many everyday “easy” tasks and things that are 10x harder for neurodivergent people. I wanted to share what I struggle with most everyday. It’s important to

63 likes

POV of an ADHD artist

So many ideas, so little time… 😂 #artistproblem #manga #strugglingartist

39 likes

Cardo off, adhd on 😆😆

#adhd #backpack #funnywife #motolife #random

24 likes

How do you function as a mom with ADHD?🤔

Learning to work with my brain and not against it has helped me shift my mindset about obstacles! They are not obstacles anymore, but opportunities for growth!!! #sundayreset #momlife #adhd #adhdinwomen #adhdweightloss #healthyfood #fy #foryou #foryoupage

13 likes

A woman points to text asking if the viewer or their child has ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, or Dyscalculia, indicating a new opportunity and to swipe for more information.

A woman gives a thumbs-up, stating she is helping with a not-for-profit project for an educational series about kids, teens, and young adults with ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, or Dyscalculia.

Text on a blurry background announces seeking kids, teens, and young adults with ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, or Dyscalculia for an educational series in NY, July/August 2024, with a $1000 rate and submission deadline.

🫶 Giving back - ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, & Dyscalculia

Hello Lemon8 🍋! It’s been so long - I’ve been searching and rebuilding myself, I also was super sick and in the hospital from stress (which is a post for another day 😅). But! I’ve been working on some amazing things and I came in contact with a project I had to share. A casting director I’m good

23 likes

10 ADHD-Friendly Routines That Save My Sanity

🧠✨ Overwhelmed? Same. As an ADHD mom, routines feel like a joke… until I found ones that actually work with my brain instead of against it. I’m sharing 10 ADHD-Friendly Routines That Save My Sanity — from sticky-note planning to 2-minute resets and zero-guilt zone cleaning. 📌 If you’ve ever

50 likes

My brain: we need to do 47 things. Also my brain: opens fridge and stares for 6 minutes 1️⃣ Too many “open loops” everywhere Your brain doesn’t just see mess — it sees 100 unfinished tasks at once. So instead of starting one thing… your brain hits overload → shutdown. 2️⃣ There’s no clear

61 likes

calling all moms with ADHD

Listen, motherhood is tough enough. Then, you try to compare yourself to this (already) fabricated version of it on social media... we all do it, I get it. (trust me) Not only is what you're seeing online just the highlight reel, BUT a lot of those mamas don't have ADHD. As with anything

18 likes

The image shows the tip "1. Break Tasks into Smaller Steps" with a pink box explaining: "Large tasks can be overwhelming. Break them down into smaller, manageable steps to make them more approachable." An open book and window are in the background.

The image presents the tip "2. Use a Timer" with a pink box stating: "Set a timer for focused study sessions, like 25 minutes (Pomodoro Technique)." An open book with text and a window are in the background.

🖤STUDY TIPS FOR ADHD🖤

Here are some study tips for managing ADHD 1. Break Tasks into Smaller Steps: Large tasks can be overwhelming. Break them down into smaller, manageable steps to make them more approachable. 2. Create a Routine: Establish a consistent study schedule. Having a routine can help you stay on track

41 likes

Top 5 daily affirmations for people with ADHD

Self-compassion is essential for individuals with ADHD because it counterbalances the feelings of frustration, guilt, or inadequacy that can often arise. Remember to give yourself some grace and become your biggest supporter. #adhdmotivation #dailyaffirmations #selfcare #adhdlife #embrac

13 likes

A couple eats ice cream on a street, with text overlay "ADHD in the bedroom." A red kiss mark icon is present, and the Lemon8 username @itsmeaprilsky is at the bottom.

A couple in a pool, with the woman kissing the man's cheek, leaving a red kiss mark. Text overlay discusses intimacy challenges with ADHD. The Lemon8 username @itsmeaprilsky is visible.

A woman laughs in a pool, with text listing reasons for intimacy issues: distractions, hypersensitivity, mood changes, and lower libido. A red kiss mark icon is next to 'distractions'.

ADHD and intimacy

A while back I wrote an article on this very subject on my Substack and holy hell was it popular. SO many fellow ADHDers celebrated in the fact that they are not alone (especially women) in the struggle to focus and be present in the bedroom. Scents, sounds, clutter, our to do lists... the thing

207 likes

An empty bedroom with tiled flooring, a window with blinds and sheer curtains, and a white cabinet against a wall with a peach-colored arch, showing the initial deep clean progress.

A newly built bed with a light grey headboard and a mattress covered by a white sheet with visible stains, indicating the bed assembly phase.

A made bed with a white quilted comforter and pillows, including a dark grey reading pillow, next to a grey rolling cart, showing the room's improved organization.

ADHD ROOM UPDATE

DISCLAIMER: the first two and last two pics were taken on different days (because I needed a cozy day after that first deep clean) Here's what I've done so far: TUESDAY (first two pics) - Got the old bed out - Cleaned up under the bed - Dusted everything - Swept & mopped where

3354 likes

When you’re a novelist but have adhd…

Random Thoughts 💭What's on my mind: too much Current Mood: all over the place ⭐Rate: ⭐️⭐️ #writinganovel #writingabook #authorstruggle #writinglife

108 likes

5 Ways A Mom With ADHD Can Stay Organized

Living with ADHD while managing the myriad responsibilities of motherhood can feel like an uphill battle against chaos. The executive function challenges that often accompany ADHD, such as difficulty with planning, time management, and focus can make staying organized feel overwhelming. However, by

379 likes

ADHD fam… what’s your biggest struggle?

Living with ADHD means every day feels like a mix of chaos, comedy, and a million open tabs in my brain. Some days I laugh at it, some days it’s frustrating, but I’ve learned we all cope in different ways. I shared a few of mine on these slides, now I want to hear yours. ADHD fam, what’s YOUR bigge

342 likes

The cover of "THE ABC OF ADHD" magazine features a child superhero, highlighting topics like positive communication, medication, treatment, and personal stories, for both children and adults.

This image discusses the genetic basis of ADHD, its definition as a neurodevelopmental disorder, and statistics on familial prevalence and risk, with a graphic of a brain and text "CUT THROUGH THE NOISE."

This image highlights the positive aspects of ADHD, stating that individuals with ADHD are brilliant at seeing patterns, possess great intuition, and understand how things relate across time.

The ABCs of ADHD

This magazine is available now on Libby! I have to say that it really helped me with educating myself with how ADHD shows itself in kids because while my kid hasn’t been diagnosed with it, I feel that he might have it. Both my ex and I have it so it’s very probable that he might develop it as wel

29 likes

Are you a parent with ADHD❓Do you relate⁉️🙇🏼‍♀️

💬 My whole life, I thought it was normal to remind myself to "act normal" around adults or professionals. 💪🏻 I constantly filtered my behavior, worried about saying the wrong thing or dropping something due to my clumsiness. 💚 I love catching myself in an ADHD moment because it help

32 likes

ADHD MINDSET SHIFT: you're not late

You are on your own path, nobody else's. Life is not a race. After all, beautiful things take time. #adhdmanagement #adhdinwomen #adhdlife #adhdstruggles #lifetips

233 likes

do you have this with ADHD?

for the longest time I thought being late or underestimating how long things would take kinda just me made me bad at life 😅 I’d get so frustrated with myself because I really wasn’t trying to mess up. but it’s like I just can’t feel time normally most days when I found out it was actually a t

52 likes

adhd girlie to the core

i feel so vulnerable posting this on here but OH WELL 😂😭 #adhdinwomen #adhd #adhdgirls #funny #adhdlife

67 likes

A clean and organized kitchen island with a sink, fruit bowl, and bar stools, alongside a wooden learning tower. The image is titled "Life with ADHD as a mom Pt 2."

A hand holds a white square timer displaying "30 min." Text on the image suggests using this timer as a tool for managing tasks.

A cluttered kitchen island with dirty dishes and various items, indicating a task to be done. Text prompts to "Ready, set, race the clock!!! Dirty kitchen takes me about 30 min."

Life with ADHD as a mom: how to keep tidy

One of the biggest things I struggled with having ADHD as a new mom was keeping tidy. I’ve never been naturally organized and had to work (what feels like) 2x as hard as other people to be organized. Even if I managed to keep my place, looking tidy on the outside, don’t open a door, don’t open a pa

59 likes

A person views a mountain landscape with pine trees. Text overlay describes the first difference: "If it is out of sight, it is out of mind." The person is outlined in white.

A person in an orange cap leans on a railing by water with a bridge in the background. Text overlay describes the second difference: "We tend to be ambitious and WANT to do things for others." The person is outlined in white.

are moms with ADHD different than moms without

2 ways moms with ADHD differ 1. If it is out of sight, it is out of mind (we’ve gone over this) and so whilst we are MIGHTY impressive in many helpful ways, expecting us to keep everything in our brains is fucking ridiculous. 2. We tend to be ambitious and WANT to do things for others and so

7 likes

POV: you’re just a gamer girl who loves Jungkook

#jungkook #gamer #gamergirl #cozygamer #bts

129 likes

adhd is exhausting

#adhd #brainfog #adhdinwomen #nervoussystemregulation #numb

9 likes

Tbh I go crazy on coffee cause I’m hyper to begin with 🤣 #hyper #spongebob #relationships

751 likes

why you may be considered more “forgetful,” ADHDer

Ever notice how (assuming you have ADHD) can recall certain things with such detail and ease, yet other things just fly right out of your brain? Haha, same. Obviously as mentioned in the slides, our working memory and long-term memory work differently than someone with a neurotypical brain, but I a

34 likes

See more