10/10/2024
š§” October is ADHD Awareness Month, and as someone whoās walked this path with my son, I wanted to share a bit of our story.
I started TigerKubz in 2019, not knowing then that my son had ADHD. I just knew he learned differentlyāhe was incredibly active, but his love for learning was undeniable. Creating hands-on activities helped engage his curiosity. These moments shaped TigerKubz and helped me understand my sonās unique learning needs.
I chose this quote because parents of kids with ADHD have it hard, too. Along the way, Iāve heard it allāthe gaslighting from schools, friends, and even family, the need to educate others that ADHD is real, and the stigma that surrounds it.
The weight lifted off my shoulders when my son was diagnosed was immense. Finally, I could stop wondering why parenting seemed so much harder for me and trust that I was doing my best.
šæ To parents who think their child might learn differently: Trust your instincts. It may not be ADHD, but learning how your child learns best is invaluable. Give yourself grace, seek resources, and know youāre not alone. Iām rooting for you. ā¤ļø
š To those unfamiliar with ADHD: impulsivity, overly energetic, or even inattentiveness, are surface level symptoms, they are their way of processing and reacting to a world that feels overwhelming. So much more is going on that you canāt see. Theyāre learning to manage emotions, focus, and regulate impulses at their own pace, which often differs from their peers along with the biological differences in their brain. Offer empathy, not judgment. Every parent and child is navigating this in the best way they can.
šØāš©āš§āš¦ To family members of kids with ADHD: ADHD isnāt a reflection of bad parenting or lack of discipline. Itās a different way of processing the world. Listen, support, educate yourself, and believe in your loved oneās potential.
Raising awareness isnāt just about the diagnosisāitās about fostering understanding, patience, and connection, which makes a better world for all š§”
