I participated in a campaign on behalf of MomCentral Consulting (#MC) for Shire. I received a promotional item as a thank
you for participating.
The relationship that
exists between mothers and daughters is unlike any other. It has many unique
moments, memories, and yes, even challenges along the way. The relationship
dynamic can be even trickier when your daughter is in those tween-age years.
What can be even more difficult is when some people dismiss certain behaviors
as “typical tween girl behavior” when those behaviors can be symptoms of
something more serious. Research suggests that girls are more likely than boys
to report having mostly inattentive Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD) symptoms. Since inattentive symptoms can be less noticeable than
hyperactive and impulsive symptoms, it is important that moms know what to look
for.
I’m proud to be joining
forces with Shire, CHADD and Holly Robinson Peete to announce the launch of keep momming, a new public service
initiative geared towards the moms of tween girls to raise awareness of ADHD.
The campaign is anchored
within a new digital hub, KeepMomming.com, where you’ll find tips, tools and
other go-to resources for moms, including a checklist to help recognize the
symptoms of ADHD – inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity – and then
encourages moms to talk to their daughter’s doctor. The keep momming initiative can help moms learn about ADHD and provide
ideas on how to spark a conversation and stay connected with their tween.
Don’t miss Holly’s message
about the keep momming initiative KeepMomming.com, and be sure to check out the website at
KeepMomming.com.