Parenting a child with ADHD can come with a lot of questions and, if we’re being honest, a lot of mom guilt.

In this episode of Ash to Dusk, Ashley shares a very real moment that happened in her home when her son forgot to take his ADHD medication and later admitted he didn’t like the way it made him feel. That conversation opened the door to something many parents quietly wrestle with… wondering if we’re doing the right thing.

Ashley reflects on the early decisions around ADHD medication, the pressure of outside opinions, and what it looks like to support a child who experiences the world a little differently.

This episode explores:

• ADHD and medication for kids
• Mom guilt and parenting decisions
• Supporting neurodivergent children
• The challenges of public education for different learning styles
• Celebrating our kids for who they are, not just their grades

Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual, and sometimes the biggest question we ask ourselves is simply: Am I doing the right thing?

If you’ve ever found yourself asking that question, you’re not alone.

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You can also write to Ashley here:
 PO Box 457
 Green, Ohio 44232