In this Naptime Chat, I’m sitting down with Sarah Middleton, founder of Brilliant Little Gems.

Sarah is an AuDHD social worker, educator and somatic coach, and this conversation goes into what it really looks like to navigate motherhood, business, and understanding your brain… all at the same time.

We talk about how Sarah’s business came from her own lived experience as a mum of neurodivergent children, and how that has shaped the way she works, supports others, and designs her entire life and business.

This is one of those conversations that feels really honest and grounding, especially if you’ve ever felt like the way you’re trying to run your business just doesn’t quite fit.

In this episode, we chat about:
Building a business around your children’s needs instead of forcing them to fit your work
What it actually looks like to work within your capacity as a mum
Late diagnosis and the experience of understanding your neurodivergence as an adult
Masking, coping, and why so many women are only just starting to connect the dots
Navigating things like school challenges, burnout and emotional load as a parent
The role your nervous system plays in both business and motherhood
Letting go of guilt and creating a way of working that actually supports you

Links + Resources
→ Connect with Sarah on Instagram: @‌sarahmiddleton.blg or LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-rose-middleton-5b336888/ or on Facebook: facebook.com/sarah.middleton.blg
→ Check out her website: www.brilliantlittlegems.com.au

You can access 1:1 support with Sarah via zoom within her Shift Happens package - 3 months of support to deepen your understanding of your own brain, your needs and to create meaningful, sustainable change in your life. If you’re Australian and have a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and are employed/self-employed you may be eligible for funded coaching with Sarah through the Australian Government Employee Assistance Fund.

Find out more about Shift Happens: https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/shifthappensforwomen

Find out more about 3 months of fully funded coaching for Autistic and ADHD individuals https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/post/ADHDworkplacefunding

→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama
→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)
→ Subscribe to never miss an episode!

In this Naptime Chat, I&rsquo;m sitting down with Sarah Middleton, founder of Brilliant Little Gems.
Sarah is an AuDHD social worker, educator and somatic coach, and this conversation goes into what it really looks like to navigate motherhood, business, and understanding your brain&hellip; all at the same time.
We talk about how Sarah&rsquo;s business came from her own lived experience as a mum of neurodivergent children, and how that has shaped the way she works, supports others, and designs her entire life and business.
This is one of those conversations that feels really honest and grounding, especially if you&rsquo;ve ever felt like the way you&rsquo;re trying to run your business just doesn&rsquo;t quite fit.
In this episode, we chat about:
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Links + Resources &rarr; Connect with Sarah on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.instagram.com/sarahmiddleton.blg" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">@&zwnj;sarahmiddleton.blg</a> or LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-rose-middleton-5b336888/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">linkedin.com/in/sarah-rose-middleton-5b336888/</a> or on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/sarah.middleton.blg">facebook.com/sarah.middleton.blg</a> &rarr; Check out her website: <a href="http://www.brilliantlittlegems.com.au/">www.brilliantlittlegems.com.au</a>
You can access 1:1 support with Sarah via zoom within her Shift Happens package - 3 months of support to deepen your understanding of your own brain, your needs and to create meaningful, sustainable change in your life. If you&rsquo;re Australian and have a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and are employed/self-employed you may be eligible for funded coaching with Sarah through the Australian Government Employee Assistance Fund.
Find out more about Shift Happens:&nbsp;<a href="https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/shifthappensforwomen" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/shifthappensforwomen</a>
Find out more about 3 months of fully funded coaching for Autistic and ADHD individuals&nbsp;<a href="https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/post/ADHDworkplacefunding" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">https://brilliantlittlegems.com.au/post/ADHDworkplacefunding</a>
&rarr; Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/balancedbizmama" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">@&zwnj;balancedbizmama</a> &rarr; Join&nbsp;<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/bbm-circle" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">The Balanced Biz Mama Circle</a>&nbsp;(monthly coaching + community for mums in business) &rarr; Subscribe to never miss an episode!

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>

Coffee, Clients & Naptime

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree—mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of—for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree&mdash;mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of&mdash;for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>