In this heartfelt chat, Donna sits down with learning specialist Emily Fogg from Wise Owl Education to unpack what life is really like raising and supporting our beautiful neuro-spicy kiddos.

From ADHD and dyslexia to school refusal, big emotions, and the endless battle of bedtime we dive into why our kids struggle, how their brains work, and what actually helps them thrive.

Emily shares her experience as a former teacher who now supports children with reading difficulties, dyslexia, ADHD and more. We talk about the power of decodable books, routine, movement, emotional regulation and how sleep (yes, even for ADHD kids!) affects behaviour, learning and school success.

If you're a tired mum trying to hold it all together, this episode will make you feel seen, supported and a little less alone.

✨ What we cover:

• Neurodivergent kids & big feelings

• ADHD in children (and mums!)

• Dyslexia, reading struggles & learning confidence

• School refusal and emotional overwhelm

• Why sleep changes EVERYTHING

• Practical tools for calmer mornings & smoother bedtimes

• The truth about early learning and foundational skills

• How to support your child without burning yourself out

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:32 Emily's Journey: From Teacher to Business Owner

01:08 Understanding Learning Difficulties

01:42 The Importance of Decodable Books

02:22 Personal Experiences with ADHD

03:49 Challenges and Strategies for Neurodiverse Kids

10:28 Homeschooling vs. Traditional Schooling

11:45 The Critical Early Years of Education

15:46 Parenting Neurodiverse Children

22:07 Morning Routine and TV Rules

22:17 Understanding ADHD and Parenting Strategies

23:14 Reward Charts and Routine for ADHD Kids

24:33 Decodable Books for Learning

27:28 Healthy Eating and Sleep for ADHD

31:39 Tutoring and Educational Support

33:08 Summer Classes and Preventing Learning Loss

35:05 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Learn more about Wise Owl Education and buy the Decodable Books here.
✨ Listen, learn and feel understood — you’re doing better than you think, mumma.

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Much Love 💞

Donna Moala
Parenting Collective

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