5 ADHD Parenting Strategies That Actually Work (Especially for Homeschooling Moms & Mompreneurs)

Parenting is already a full-time job.

Moms begin working hard in all species.

Parenting with ADHD?

That’s next level.

And if you’re like me—also homeschooling and trying to run a business—it can feel like you’re constantly spinning plates… while blindfolded… during a thunderstorm.

Over the last couple of weeks, I have truly been shifting.
Instead of trying to “power through” like the world says we should, I’ve started leaning into a different approach: slowness, mindfulness, and simple daily rhythm.

And chileboo, let me tell you…It’s been a game-changer.

These five ADHD-friendly parenting strategies have been a win-win in helping me thrive.

1. Anchor in a Loose Routine

I used to think I needed a super structured day to be successful. But for ADHD brains, rigid schedules often lead to resistance, not results.

What works better? Anchor points.
These are consistent moments in your day—like a morning walk, afternoon quiet time, or an evening routine—that serve as guideposts without boxing you in.

They give structure without the pressure.

2. Build Breaks Into the Plan

Let me be honest: I was so proud of myself for completing 10 full weeks of homeschool instruction this spring. I was focused. On point. Consistent.

But I didn’t realize I had forgotten one major thing…
A break.

Y’all, I was so caught up in keeping the routine that I forgot to schedule rest. And it caught up to both me and my son.

So, I did what I do best—embraced the ADHD spontaneity—and scheduled a 2.5-week break on the spot. It was the best decision I made all season.

Breaks aren’t earned. They’re essential.

3. One Task a Day—That’s It

Multitasking? Nope. Not anymore.

These days, I choose one thing to focus on daily. Whether it’s a homeschool goal, a business task, or housework—I keep it simple and quiet.

Working in silence has helped me feel more grounded, and finishing just one meaningful task each day has made me feel more accomplished than trying to do five things at once.

✨ Pro tip: Less noise = more clarity.

4. Mindfulness Isn’t Fancy—It’s Everyday

Mindfulness doesn’t have to look like meditation pillows and incense (though I love both!).

For me, it’s in the small things:

• Noticing my son's laughter without checking my phone.

• Drinking coffee slowly instead of gulping it down between chores.

• Breathing deep before reacting to overwhelm.

Mindfulness is about being in the moment, not managing the moment.

5. Get Support That Gets You

Let’s be real—there’s tons of advice out there for productivity and parenting, but very little of it is made with ADHD in mind.

That’s why I launched Chatter Coaching—a space for people like us to get support that understands our brains.

No shame. No judgment. Just strategies that work with how you’re wired.

Check out the “What is Chatter Coaching? video”

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Bonus: Brain Bloom Bootcamp

I also created the Brain Bloom Bootcamp—a 4-week guided sprint to help ADHD brains (especially homeschooling parents) build better habits, carve out time for rest, and finally feel settled in your own life.

🌿 Ready to stop spinning and start blooming?
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Final Thoughts

If you’re raising kids while navigating ADHD, hear me:
You’re not lazy. You’re not behind. You’re not broken.

You’re just parenting with a different brain—and that requires different strategies.

These five have been my lifeline, and I hope they help guide you into more rest, more rhythm, and way more peace.

Together, let’s build a better way to live, love, and learn.