The Mindful Parent Coach

**REPOST FROM 2021***

One day, I received a text from my boyfriend that said ‘I’m in this seminar about ADHD. I think you might have it.’

I laughed. And thought ... he’s probably not wrong! 😂 but didn’t really take it seriously.

But when he got home that day I asked him why he thought that, I wasn’t upset, or offended, just genuinely curious.
He said ‘watch this video’ .

I think I got half way through when I said,

‘Oh-My-Gosh.... my entire adult life makes sense. You are right. I’m sure I have ADHD.’

The next day I booked an appt with my Dr.

On July 5, 2020, I was diagnosed with ADHD, and immediately started medication.

I got quite a bit of back lash from people around me.
Things I commonly hear....

* skills before pills Jackelyn!
* So now you have an excuse to be lazy?
* Well don’t just blame ADHD for everything you’re having a hard time with.
* It’s not that hard, if I know I need to do something I just do it.
* ADHD is just something made up to hand out medication
* Everyone has a hard time focusing

Here’s the thing....

Skills are great! Absolutely! I’ve got endless skills guys.... my problem is I can’t access them sometimes. My brain is too noisy.

My ADHD is NOT an excuse. But it is an EXPLANATION for why I struggle with certain things.

I’m NOT LAZY. In fact, when I’m hyper focused, I can accomplish more in an hour than most people do in a day.

The diagnosis helps me look in the right places to find tools that will work FOR ME. The medication helps quiet the noise so I can access the skills I already have.

I will always be grateful for that text message...

Drop a 🙄 if someone has ever discredited your diagnosis

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Hi everyone, I’m Jackelyn 👋
Early Childhood Educator, Certified Parenting Coach, and Child Behavior Specialist. I support parents in creating calmer homes, stronger connections, and more confidence in handling challenges.

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:
👉 “I’ve tried everything and nothing is working.”
👉 “I wish I could stay calm during meltdowns.”
👉 “I love my child, but the stress is getting to me.”

You are not alone. 💛

Through parent coaching, I provide tools and support so you can:
🌿 Understand your child’s behavior
🌿 Respond calmly and effectively
🌿 Build a connected, resilient relationship

If this speaks to you, I’d love to connect. Send me a message, I’m happy to share more about coaching or even just point you toward helpful strategies.

✨ You don’t have to do this alone. ✨