ADHD Q&A
l often talk about ADHD and autism together because that is the world my family lives in. I have ADHD and my daughter is autistic. I did a Q&A with the common questions I get asked so I wanted to share that with you. Generally, an autism or ADHD diagnosis is hard to get. The process, the doctors, and the barriers in place make isn't easy to go through. My hope is to share our experiences to provide information to others who are in the process, starting the process or thinking about the process while also giving realistic expectations!
Storage Closet Shelves
When we first moved into our house there was very little storage, but we did have a really big 15 x 3 ft. closet off of our deck. However because it was so long it was really difficult to store anything. It only had one long wire shelf stretching to the end so Items got piled on top of each other, space was underutilized and it ended up being an unorganized mess. I knew that there had to be a better way to utilize the space without having to take everything out every time I needed something. So I made a plan and got to work.
Downloads I Made To Make Your Life Easier
Over the years I have come up with a few systems that make my life SO much easier. I've worked hard to make them into editable downloads that I know will make your everyday life go smoothly as well. Lets go over them!
How To Use a Brad Nailer
A brad nailer is one of the most useful tools I have in my DIY arsenal. It is a type of nail gun that shoots tiny nails easily into a surface. It's great for more delicate projects like decorative panels, trim, etc. It can be really daunting using a new tool, so let me show you how to use one so you can be more confident for your next DIY project.
ADHD Accommodations I Use
I've had my ADHD diagnosis for more than half of my life. With that, I've had a lot of trial and error in determining things that help me succeed with my ADHD. So, let's talk about the 13 main accommodations I use that help to make my life easier.
Why We Added a Door at The Bottom of Our Stairs
When we bought our house, it was listed as a three bedroom, four bathroom home. Well, the third bedroom it turned out was actually just the upstairs loft area. However, when you came up the stairs there was no door. We asked the builders if they could add a door, but they were adamantly against it because that was "not how they designed the house". I'm not sure how you can consider a space a bedroom if there is no door, but that's just me. So after living here for a year, we decided to add a door to the bottom of the stairs ourselves.
New Home Binders
Last year, I released The Home Binder download, which gives an outline and sections on how to create your own home binder. For those of you that are not familiar with the home binder, this tool gives you a place to put all of the information you need about your home. It includes your floor plan, flooring details, light fixtures, appliances, etc. That way, whenever you need to go back to reference, fix, or update something, you have all that information in one place. It's also a really great thing to pass on to the next owner of your house. Well, after a lot of feedback, I have now created three additional binders based off of the HomeBinder. We have the HomeBinder Volume 2, the Apartment Binder, and the Life Binder Volume 2. So, I'm going to give you a quick run-down on each of the new binders.
How I Afford My DIY Projects
ne of the most commonly asked question that I get is: how do you afford to do all of these DIYs? DIY can be expensive, but it's usually less expensive than hiring it out to someone else. So let me tell you some of my tips for doing DIY on a budget.
Our Stairs Basket System
As you know, our home is neurodivergent. We have two adults a six year old and an infant with a combination of ADHD, autism and anxiety. Even with all of the stuff that I have done to help reduce the clutter in our house, we somehow still end up accruing a lot of clutter. So one of the things that I have done to combat the clutter is having a basket system in place on our stairs. Don't know what a basket system is? Stick around and I'll explain it.
How We Prep for the New School Year
The new school year can be hard. There are so many changes with new teachers, new routines, new friends and new experiences. It is so exciting but all of the changes can be hard for kids. So today I'm sharing the five things that we do to help the transition back into school go a little more smoothly.
DIY Princess Letters
When Jackie was a baby I made cute personalized Minnie Mouse decor letters for Jackie's room. However, I felt like she grew out of them. So I decided to change them up for my princess loving girl. I got MDF letters and tulle from Walmart and got to work!
Duvet Hacks Everyone Needs
Duvets can be frustrating. There are multiple steps to get them set up, sharing with a partner can be a nightmare and they always seem to end up in a puddle inside the cover at the bottom of your bed. However, I have a few tips that are going to make having/using a duvet a breeze.