Loving Me – The Neurodivergent Homemaker

Why We Told Our 5-Year-Old She’s Autistic and ADHD

My oldest was five and a half when she was diagnosed as both Autistic and ADHD, just like me. But I’d known since she was two that she was at least ADHD, and the more I researched autism to better understand myself, the more I began to recognize the signs in her too. I alsoContinue reading “Why We Told Our 5-Year-Old She’s Autistic and ADHD”

I Want To Write Something That Matters

I want to write something big— Something that makes you want to sing, or dance, or laugh, or sob. Something that makes you feel anything. Something that sticks with you. That makes you think, “I’ve never thought about it like that before.” That’s what I love to read, and long to write. But sometimes IContinue reading “I Want To Write Something That Matters”

It’s Okay to Need Help: A Reflection on Motherhood, Autism, and Burnout

Being a stay-at-home mom to two young kids is a full-time job—one I cherish deeply. I love my daughters and the life I’m building with my family. But I’ve come to realize that love isn’t always enough to keep me going, especially as an Autistic and ADHD adult navigating motherhood. Before I became a mom,Continue reading “It’s Okay to Need Help: A Reflection on Motherhood, Autism, and Burnout”

How To Set Up Your Environment To Support You

One of the biggest things I’ve learned the last year is the importance of setting up your environment to support you rather than hinder you. Especially as an AuDHD-er, I struggle with so many things that Neurotypicals don’t. Just a couple off the top of my head: Time Blindness, which is not knowing how muchContinue reading “How To Set Up Your Environment To Support You”

Adjusting For My Weaknesses

A while ago I wrote about weaknesses and how it’s important to know your weaknesses and adjust your life so that they can be strengths instead. I said I’d write more about that, the next week, but then life got in the way, so… here is that post! I’ve noticed that I’m not great atContinue reading “Adjusting For My Weaknesses”

Hi there!

This is my first post, so I thought I’d introduce myself even though there’s already an about me section. My name is Clarissa. I am ADHD which affects me in a lot of ways. I will be sharing a lot about my struggles as a homemaker and mom who has ADHD. I may also beContinue reading “Hi there!”