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beautifully complex

human experience.

Get weekly insights and actionable strategies on parenting neurodivergent kids — those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities… We’re decoding behavior while honoring neurodiversity, and learning to parent the individual child you have. OVER 5 MILLION DOWNLOADS!

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Having a child with ADHD is tough. Penny's wisdom, honesty, and understanding of the disorder makes parents not feel so alone. I highly recommend you listen to this podcast.

I just wanted to say THANK YOU! I've had so many aha moments while listening.

Finally a podcast about ADHD parenting I can relate to. I highly recommend this podcast if you have a child or grandchild with ADHD/Autism. Thank you Penny!

"I love this podcast So relatable. I tear up half the time when something really hits home."

So fun this episode! Seriously Luke rocked that episode! Hope he is back soon! So many insights for me and my two sons 16 and 13 that helped me so much!! Thanks for being so brave and honest.

I’ve learned so much, been challenged, validated, encouraged, educated and supported through this podcast. Our family has benefited tremendously from the wisdom I’ve gained. Thank you!

"Excellent ADHD podcast for parents It opened my mind to a an entirely different way to approach parenting my son. Very insightful."

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26 Nov

336: ENCORE: Lessons Learned: From Mom and Her Neurodivergent Kid

A heartfelt look at emotional regulation and neurodivergent growth through the eyes of a mom and her ADHD/autistic young adult.

19 Nov

335: Navigating Existential “Crises” with Neurodivergent Kids

When your neurodivergent teen faces big existential questions, regulation and connection matter most. Learn how to not know together with empathy and calm.

12 Nov

334: The Real Work of Parenting ND Young Adults (Part 2)

Launching a neurodivergent young adult isn’t a straight path. Learn how scaffolding, emotional regulation, and connection help build independence with compassion.

05 Nov

333: 5 Ways to Help Students with Writing Challenges

Learn five ways to support kids with dysgraphia and writing challenges using multisensory learning, emotional regulation, and foundational handwriting skills.

22 Oct

332: When the Honeymoon Period Ends — What to Do When School Starts Falling Apart

When school starts to unravel, it’s not failure, it’s biology. Learn how to support your neurodivergent child’s emotional regulation and nervous system to sustain success.

08 Oct

331: 5 Truths Every Parent of a Neurodivergent Kid Needs to Hear

You’re not failing. Your neurodivergent child isn’t broken. Learn nervous-system-wise ways to navigate anger and build emotional regulation and intelligence, one tiny step at a time.

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Hello!

I'm Penny.

I empower stuck and struggling parents to dial down the big emotions and big behaviors and help their neurodivergent kid thrive. You'll parent with purpose and create the family life you crave.

Through my podcast, award-winning books, parent training programs, parent coaching, and parenting summits, I’ve helped thousands of parents raising kids with ADHD, autism, and/or anxiety improve their lives.

I'd be honored to help you, too.

Catch my appearances on other podcasts too.