Chaos & Caffeine - ADHD Parenting Podcast
Welcome to Chaos and Caffeine, where parenting gets real, messy, and fueled by endless coffee refills. Hosted by ADHD parent coach Danielle Kelly, this podcast dives into the beautiful chaos of raising neurodivergent kids, balancing life, and finding joy in the middle of the madness.
From ADHD hacks and emotional management tips to stories that’ll make you laugh, cry, or say awesome Chaos and Caffeine is your go-to resource for navigating the unpredictable world of parenting. Whether you’re looking for expert advice, relatable stories, or just someone who gets it, grab your mug and join the conversation.
Parenting isn’t perfect, but with a little caffeine and a lot of community, we’ll get through it together. New episodes every week!
Chaos & Caffeine - ADHD Parenting Podcast
What If the Department of Education Disappears? Special Ed Parents, Don’t Panic (Yet!)
Alright, ADHD parents, deep breaths. Today, we’re tackling a question that has special needs parents chugging coffee like it’s a survival tactic—what happens if the Department of Education gets the axe? A listener wrote in, freaking out about what this could mean for their child’s IEP. Will we be left to fend for ourselves? Is homeschooling the only option?
Before we start panic-Googling and planning our underground special ed rebellion, let’s break it all down:
✅ What the elimination of the DOE could actually mean
✅ How it could impact IEPs, special ed funding, and federal protections
✅ What steps parents can take NOW to protect their child’s rights
✅ And most importantly—why we’re not spiraling (yet)
✨ Hit play, caffeinate, and let’s get into it!
Education Resources:
📌 COPAA - Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc.
📌 WrightsLaw - Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy
💡 Resources Mentioned:
- This Month’s Sponsor: Play Therapy Supply! They offer incredible products designed to support ADHD families, from sensory tools to therapeutic games that help kids thrive. Check out their fantastic selection at playtherapysupply.com!
- Parenting Tool of the Week: This Responsibility Chart will get your household back on track! Responsibility Chart
- Could Therapy be the Answer? OnlineTherapy.com—because let’s be real, even superheroes like you need a sidekick. Click here to connect with a licensed therapist and start feeling like the rockstar parent you are.
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📧 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at chaosandcaffeinepodcast@gmail.com!
Hit play, grab your coffee, and let’s embrace the chaos together—one caffeinated sip at a time! ☕✨