Do you ever feel like you’re carrying “50 pounds of bricks” on your shoulders—wishing for more help but somehow ending up doing it all yourself? 

This episode of Sustainable Parenting's weekly podcast explores what I call self-care bulldozing—when parents (especially moms) unintentionally create more work for themselves by micromanaging, gatekeeping, or not voicing their needs.

In this short episode, you’ll discover how to release some of that weight, create partnerships, and open the door for real teamwork at home.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Recognizing self-care bulldozing and how it shows up in daily life (micromanaging, gatekeeping, unspoken expectations)
• The parenting tips & tools you need to communicate your needs directly
• Two key mindset shifts for better teamwork: “wishing will not make it so” and “It never hurts to ask”
• How gentle parenting and kind and firm parenting strategies can support stronger co-parenting and more space for your own well-being

These calm parenting tips and positive parenting strategies will help you invite more balance into your home, strengthen your relationships, and create space for calm confident parenting—without guilt or burnout.

If this episode encourages you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who could use these practical strategies. And join us next week as we dive into “Parenting from the Neck Up”—and why logic alone doesn’t work with kids in emotional moments.

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