{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"180: ADHD-Friendly Halloween Hacks with Andrea Daigle","description":"Halloween can feel like chaos on steroids for families of children with ADHD. Sugar highs, late nights, artificial dyes, and the inevitable meltdowns can make the holiday overwhelming. But it doesn\u2019t have to be that way. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids, is joined by regular guest, expert practitioner and mom, Andrea Daigle. Together, they unpack practical, creative ways to enjoy Halloween without sacrificing your child\u2019s health, progress, or your sanity. From managing candy swaps to creating new family traditions, Dana and Andrea share real-life strategies that reduce stress, prevent meltdowns, and keep the fun alive. Whether it\u2019s reframing food choices, setting expectations ahead of time, or making memories without the sugar crashes, this conversation is packed with hope and actionable tips to make Halloween both safe and magical for ADHD families. Links Mentioned in the Show: \u25b6 ADHD Thrive Institute \u2013 Website Key Takeaways: [01:19] The challenges of Halloween with ADHD [03:07] How candy and artificial ingredients affect kids [06:03] Creative alternatives to candy (Switch Witch, candy swap, cash-for-candy) [07:46] Setting expectations and reducing stress with family agreements [09:29] Reframing food choices and mindset so kids don\u2019t feel deprived [12:42] Favorite non-candy traditions (pumpkin painting, dance parties, haunted hunts) [13:57] Final actionable tip and takeaways: focus on mindset Memorable Moments: \u201cHalloween isn\u2019t just costumes and candy. It\u2019s chaos on steroids.\u201d \u201cYou don\u2019t have to choose between protecting your child\u2019s progress and letting them be a kid.\u201d \u201cHalloween can actually be fun, safe, and meltdown free without you feeling like the bad guy.\u201d \u201cSugar highs and crashes can lead to hyperactivity, mood swings, and even meltdowns.\u201d \u201cMy son had a bag of Skittles and cried the entire night after Halloween.\u201d \u201cWe choose foods that make your brain calmer and stronger.\u201d \u201cIf I stayed in a place of loss, then my child would start to feel that loss too.\u201d \u201cWhen kids know the plan, they\u2019re less likely to push back, and everyone gets to enjoy the night.\u201d \u201cMindset is everything. Our kids feed off of our energy.\u201d \u201cJust a little planning and creativity can really help keep things safe and fun without all the sugar crashes.\u201d Dana Kay Resources: \ud83d\udd17WEBSITES: \u25b6&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/  \u25b6&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/dana-kay.com\/ \ud83d\udc4bSOCIALS: \u25b6 Facebook:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ADHDThriveInstitute\/  \u25b6 Instagram:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adhdthriveinstitute\/  \u25b6 YouTube:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/ADHDThriveInstitute  \u25b6 LinkedIn:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/adhd-thrive-institute\/mycompany\/  \u25b6 Pinterest:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.pinterest.ph\/adhdthriveinstitute\/  \u25b6 Tiktok:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@adhd_thriveinstitute \ud83d\udcd5INTERNATIONAL &amp;nbsp;BEST SELLING BOOK: \u25b6 Thriving with ADHD \u2013&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/book\/ \ud83d\udcbbFREE MASTERCLASS \u25b6 Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass -&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/bit.ly\/3GAbFQl \u2b50COURSES &amp;amp; PROGRAMS \u25b6 ADHD Parenting Course \u2013&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/info.adhdthriveinstitute.com\/parentingadhd  \u25b6 ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program \u2013&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/adhdthriveinstitute.com\/packages\/ ","author_name":"Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/402857\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38593355\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38593355"}