With special guest: Jayde Couldewell from Beyond the Bump

If you thought finally getting a diagnosis and trying meds would be the end of your chaos — but you’re still overwhelmed, melting down, or yelling into the void — this one’s for you.

In this raw, funny, and emotionally honest episode, Jane is joined by Jayde Couldewell to talk about what really happens after diagnosis. Spoiler: the meds help, but they’re not the whole story. Together, they unpack what comes next — from executive function and exercise, to morning meltdowns and postnatal rage, to finally being able to hear your own thoughts.

Jayde shares the real-life before-and-after: what it took to make consistent change after starting meds, why boundaries mattered more than bubble baths, and how she learned to parent herself while parenting three kids.

✨ IN THIS RESET:
Why ADHD meds are a powerful tool — but not a magic fix
The grief and clarity that comes with late diagnosis
How self-understanding created space for real change
Building habits with ADHD (without making it a full-time job)
Why it’s normal to need more than just one script
The difference between the ‘old you’ and your real self underneath the chaos
How to start small — and stay kind to yourself when it feels hard

💭 This episode is for you if:
 – You’re newly diagnosed and wondering what now?
– You’re still waiting for the mythical “life-changing moment” after meds
– You want to see how someone made it work — without toxic positivity or 5am bootcamps

Follow Beyond the Bump Podcast on IG.

📥 Related Resources:
 • Free ADHD Medication Advocacy Guide

• TGA Medication Shortage Portal

🎧 Related Episodes:
S2E38 How ADHD medication revealed my Autistic traits | Spotify | Apple Podcast
S2E39 Misdiagnosis in ADHD and Bipolar Disorder with Georgia Poletti-Moulds | Spotify | Apple Podcast
S2E61 Unhealthy Habits & ADHD: Why We Get Stuck & How to Shift | Spotify | Apple Podcast
S2E82 ADHD or PTSD? Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed with Amanda Moses | Spotify | Apple Podcast
Beyond the Bump Episode 208: ADHD - is it mum overwhelm or could it be something more? Talking ADHD in women | Spotify | Apple Podcast

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MORE RESOURCES:

Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests here.

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:
 ADHD diagnosis, stimulant medication, late-diagnosed women, executive dysfunction, self-care with ADHD, postnatal rage, parenting burnout, creating new routines, morning overwhelm, neurodivergent mums, co-regulation, antidepressants, sensory processing, shame recovery, trauma-informed support, adult ADHD, performance burnout, self-trust, ADHD and exercise, nervous system healing.

With special guest: Jayde Couldewell from&nbsp;Beyond the Bump
If you thought finally getting a diagnosis and trying meds would be the end of your chaos &mdash; but you&rsquo;re still overwhelmed, melting down, or yelling into the void &mdash; this one&rsquo;s for you.
In this raw, funny, and emotionally honest episode, Jane is joined by Jayde Couldewell to talk about what really happens after diagnosis. Spoiler: the meds help, but they&rsquo;re not the whole story. Together, they unpack what comes next &mdash; from executive function and exercise, to morning meltdowns and postnatal rage, to finally being able to hear your own thoughts.
Jayde shares the real-life before-and-after: what it took to make consistent change after starting meds, why boundaries mattered more than bubble baths, and how she learned to parent herself while parenting three kids.
✨ IN THIS RESET:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why ADHD meds are a powerful tool &mdash; but not a magic fix</li>
<li aria-level="1">The grief and clarity that comes with late diagnosis</li>
<li aria-level="1">How self-understanding created space for real change</li>
<li aria-level="1">Building habits with ADHD (without making it a full-time job)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why it&rsquo;s normal to need more than just one script</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between the &lsquo;old you&rsquo; and your real self underneath the chaos</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to start small &mdash; and stay kind to yourself when it feels hard</li>
</ul>
💭 This episode is for you if: &ndash; You&rsquo;re newly diagnosed and wondering what now? &ndash; You&rsquo;re still waiting for the mythical &ldquo;life-changing moment&rdquo; after meds &ndash; You want to see how someone made it work &mdash; without toxic positivity or 5am bootcamps
Follow Beyond the Bump Podcast on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebump.podcast/">IG.</a>
📥 Related Resources: &bull;<a href="https://adhdmums.com.au/advocacy/#medication_access"> Free ADHD Medication Advocacy Guide</a>
&bull;<a href="https://apps.tga.gov.au/prod/MSI/search"> TGA Medication Shortage Portal</a>
🎧 Related Episodes:
<ul>
<li>S2E38 How ADHD medication revealed my Autistic traits | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1puO7XCHabzcaLMFjsVdh6?si=oWh_B6uHS9WNDE4K6Bj03w">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/38-how-adhd-medication-revealed-my-autistic-traits/id1686843092?i=1000674047161">Apple Podcast</a></li>
<li>S2E39 Misdiagnosis in ADHD and Bipolar Disorder with Georgia Poletti-Moulds |&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VRQ9MaQC0bfgaclhH3oU0?si=Q3BtP1CcRP-c9Qj7-4R8PA">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/39-misdiagnosis-in-adhd-and-bipolar-disorder-with/id1686843092?i=1000674763396">Apple Podcast</a></li>
<li>S2E61 Unhealthy Habits &amp; ADHD: Why We Get Stuck &amp; How to Shift | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0VN4JkUY5BzZx9EI4XTcHk?si=IbA078GBRUCOgV45TKQd7A">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/61-unhealthy-habits-adhd-why-we-get-stuck-how-to-shift/id1686843092?i=1000689000780">Apple Podcast</a></li>
<li>S2E82 ADHD or PTSD? Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed with Amanda Moses | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xg7JWlJCx5zdMc25dchC5?si=Ch-vdJR8QmWPx2Re4MukhA">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/82-adhd-or-ptsd-why-so-many-women-are-misdiagnosed/id1686843092?i=1000704343540">Apple Podcast</a></li>
<li>Beyond the Bump Episode 208: ADHD - is it mum overwhelm or could it be something more? Talking ADHD in women | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lwh6lm1OPI9Zgh3PQW1I5?si=Uej91d0qT-edisje3Uaz6Q&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=8f3223900cb14dcc">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/adhd-is-it-mum-overwhelm-or-could-it-be-something-more/id1484930949?i=1000636695989">Apple Podcast</a></li>
</ul>
JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdmumspodcast">here</a>&nbsp;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 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adhd_mums">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/100091850469503/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdmumsaus">TikTok</a> or <a href="https://youtube.com/channel/UCB0uYIHpFKFo6AdhQQaBr1w">YouTube</a>
LEAVE A REVIEW:
Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let&rsquo;s spread the word and make a difference together.
COLLABS:
For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at assistant@adhdmums.com.au.
MORE RESOURCES:
Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests&nbsp;<a href="https://adhdmums.com.au/self-tests/">here</a>.
TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: ADHD diagnosis, stimulant medication, late-diagnosed women, executive dysfunction, self-care with ADHD, postnatal rage, parenting burnout, creating new routines, morning overwhelm, neurodivergent mums, co-regulation, antidepressants, sensory processing, shame recovery, trauma-informed support, adult ADHD, performance burnout, self-trust, ADHD and exercise, nervous system healing.

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