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Meal planning was built for neurotypicals. That’s why it breaks ADHD mums.
In this Quick Reset, Jane calls out the shame trap of “just get organised” and explains why meal planning feels impossible when it demands six executive functions at once. From frozen meat to kids refusing everything you bought, this episode offers ADHD-friendly hacks for surviving dinner when you’re already on the edge .
What We Cover in This EpisodeClaim: “Meal planning reduces executive function load, supports emotional regulation, and creates predictability for ADHD households — especially when meals are visually structured, repetitive, and simplified.”
🔍 Research & References for Show Notes:Executive Function and Planning Impairments in ADHD
Decision Fatigue and ADHD
Routine and Predictability Reduce Stress
Visual and Repetitive Meal Systems Help ADHD Households
Link Between Blood Sugar Stability, Nutrition, and Emotional Regulation
Dr Sharon Saline’s research — on ADHD working memory and “if-then” fatigue
🎧 Listen now: QUICK RESET: Mum hack meal planning for when you're already burnt out. — on Spotify, Apple, or adhdmums.com.au
JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format!
FOLLOW FOR MORE:
Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTube
LEAVE A REVIEW:
Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let’s spread the word and make a difference together.
COLLABS:
For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at [email protected].
MORE RESOURCES:
Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests here.
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Meal planning was built for neurotypicals. That’s why it breaks ADHD mums.
In this Quick Reset, Jane calls out the shame trap of “just get organised” and explains why meal planning feels impossible when it demands six executive functions at once. From frozen meat to kids refusing everything you bought, this episode offers ADHD-friendly hacks for surviving dinner when you’re already on the edge .
What We Cover in This EpisodeClaim: “Meal planning reduces executive function load, supports emotional regulation, and creates predictability for ADHD households — especially when meals are visually structured, repetitive, and simplified.”
🔍 Research & References for Show Notes:Executive Function and Planning Impairments in ADHD
Decision Fatigue and ADHD
Routine and Predictability Reduce Stress
Visual and Repetitive Meal Systems Help ADHD Households
Link Between Blood Sugar Stability, Nutrition, and Emotional Regulation
Dr Sharon Saline’s research — on ADHD working memory and “if-then” fatigue
🎧 Listen now: QUICK RESET: Mum hack meal planning for when you're already burnt out. — on Spotify, Apple, or adhdmums.com.au
JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format!
FOLLOW FOR MORE:
Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTube
LEAVE A REVIEW:
Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let’s spread the word and make a difference together.
COLLABS:
For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at [email protected].
MORE RESOURCES:
Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests here.
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