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ADHD Mom Docs

ADHD Mom Docs

Dr Nerissa Bauer and Dr Jennifer Dilts 56 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

ADHD Mom Docs is a podcast by two pediatricians, Dr Nerissa Bauer and Dr Jennifer Dilts, who specialize in ADHD and related mental health conditions. It offers practical strategies, expert insight, and personal stories for mothers supporting themselves, their children, teens, or spouses with ADHD. The hosts combine decades of clinical experience to help listeners feel prepared to connect with their families. Listeners can submit questions to inform future episodes, and the show releases weekly conversations aimed at tackling everyday challenges.

Episodes

63: When Your Teen Doesn't Think They Need Their ADHD Meds
63: When Your Teen Doesn't Think They Need Their ADHD Meds Oct 13, 2026 2525 SHOW SUMMARY: ADHD Changes as Kids Grow Older: Medication Dosing and Teen Buy-In This episode explores how ADHD evolves from childhood into the teen years—and why treatment may need to evolve, too. Dr. Ujjwal Ramtekkar explains how to think through medication changes, respond when a teen says they do not need medication, and consider safety, driving, and everyday functioning alongside sch
62: ADHD Isn’t You: Hank’s Story of Hope and Self-Advocacy
62: ADHD Isn’t You: Hank’s Story of Hope and Self-Advocacy Oct 6, 2026 3944 SHOW SUMMARY: Hank’s ADHD story will change how you think about diagnosis, medication, and support If you have a child or teen with ADHD, or your teen is heading into college in a few years, this conversation hits hard in the best way. Hank shares what it really looks like to grow up with ADHD, figure out what his brain needs, and learn how to advocate for himself without turning ADHD int
61: Nature-Based Therapy and Helping Kids with ADHD Build Confidence
61: Nature-Based Therapy and Helping Kids with ADHD Build Confidence Sep 29, 2026 3073 SHOW SUMMARY: Nature-Based Therapy, and Helping Kids with ADHD Build Confidence This episode explores a different approach to therapy for kids and teens who may not want to sit and talk in a traditional setting. Dr. Jennifer Dilts and Dr. Nerissa Bauer talk with Laura Weaver, a licensed mental health therapist, about nature-based therapy, mindfulness, and her BRAVE framework for help
60: How to Help Kids Cope with Needle Pokes
60: How to Help Kids Cope with Needle Pokes Sep 22, 2026 3083 SHOW SUMMARY: Needle phobia is not just a childhood phase - it can shape health decisions for decades. Dr. Jody Thomas of the Meg Foundation joins the ADHD Mom Docs to talk to parents and providers how to turn panic into calm with simple, evidence-based strategies that actually work. Dr. Thomas, a pain psychologist, Stanford-trained expert in pediatric pain, and founder and CEO of the Meg
59: Why Screen Time Is Really an Internet Problem, Not a Parenting One
59: Why Screen Time Is Really an Internet Problem, Not a Parenting One Sep 15, 2026 3093 SHOW SUMMARY: Why executive function is experience based and why screen access matters. This conversation with Michael McLeod of Grow Now ADHD focuses on what executive functioning really is, why so many kids become prompt dependent, and how parents can support independence without over-prompting. Michael explains why he believes delaying internet access is one of the most effective ways
58: Why ADHD Coaching Works Best as a Partnership, Not a Prescription
58: Why ADHD Coaching Works Best as a Partnership, Not a Prescription Sep 8, 2026 2296 SHOW SUMMARY: ADHD coaching is more practical, powerful, and life-changing than most parents realize If you have ever wondered whether ADHD coaching could help you or your child, this conversation with Julie Gates breaks down exactly what it is, who it helps most, and how to tell whether it is the right next step. You will come away with a much clearer picture of how coaching works, how i
57: Breakfast Bribes & Lost Folders: Tackling Back-to-School ADHD Chaos
57: Breakfast Bribes & Lost Folders: Tackling Back-to-School ADHD Chaos Sep 1, 2026 2261 SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode, the ADHD Mom Docs tackle listener questions on ADHD Mornings, Motivation, and School Organization. Dr. Jennifer Dilts and Dr. Nerissa Bauer answer listener questions about getting kids out the door with a solid breakfast, helping ADHD brains make better food choices, and setting up school-year routines for focus, motivation, and organization. They keep the a
56: College is not grade 13-What Parents need to know
56: College is not grade 13-What Parents need to know Aug 25, 2026 2504 SHOW SUMMARY: Preparing a teen for college can feel overwhelming, especially when ADHD or other disabilities are part of the picture. In this conversation, Elizabeth Hamblet—learning disability specialist and author of Seven Steps to College Success: A Pathway for Students with Disabilities—shares practical, reassuring guidance for families navigating the transition from high school to co
55:  7 ADHD Medication Myths That Could Be Holding Your Child Back
55: 7 ADHD Medication Myths That Could Be Holding Your Child Back Aug 18, 2026 3183 SHOW SUMMARY: We're back! We are so excited to welcome listeners back for Season 2! Season two opens with Dr. Nerissa Bauer and Dr. Jennifer Dilts tackling common myths about ADHD medication. They use clinic experience and research to separate fear from fact, while reminding families that these decisions should always be made with a child’s pediatrician or prescriber. The episode is espec
54: ENCORE-The Role of NonStimulants
54: ENCORE-The Role of NonStimulants Aug 11, 2026 2341 **The ADHD Mom Docs are taking a summer break and using the next 6 weeks to re-air select episodes. Season Two episodes officially drop on August 18, 2026**  SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of the ADHD Mom Docs podcast, Dr. Nerissa Bauer and Dr. Jennifer Dilts discuss the ADHD diagnostic journey and care plan treatments, focusing on non-stimulant medications. They explore the differenc
53: ENCORE-Considerations about Medication Side Effects
53: ENCORE-Considerations about Medication Side Effects Aug 4, 2026 2313 **The ADHD Mom Docs are taking a summer break and using the next 6 weeks to re-air select episodes. Season Two episodes officially drop on August 18, 2026**  SHOW SUMMARY: Join Dr. Jennifer Dilts and Dr. Nerissa Bauer as they dive right back into the challenges of finding the right ADHD medication. Take a listen on the insightful discussions on medication side effects and what to do
52: ENCORE: So You Want to Start Medication for ADHD
52: ENCORE: So You Want to Start Medication for ADHD Jul 28, 2026 2478 **The ADHD Mom Docs are taking a summer break and using the next 6 weeks to re-air select episodes. Season Two episodes officially drop on August 18, 2026**  SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode, we delve into the pivotal role of stimulant medications in managing ADHD. Discover how these medications work, their benefits, and the considerations for those seeking treatment. Join us as we exp

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