Grief in motherhood isn’t always about the loss of a loved one. Sometimes it’s the quiet ache of losing parts of yourself... the identity you once had, the dreams you imagined, or the version of motherhood you thought you’d live.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Mel Parent, nurse practitioner, fitness instructor, and founder of The Hive Method, to talk about the hidden grief many mothers carry and how it affects our minds, our bodies, and our ability to show up in daily life. After losing her own mother, Mel brings a deeply personal perspective to this conversation and offers science-backed, heart-forward guidance on moving from survival mode to feeling fully alive again.

We’re unpacking:

The different types of grief in motherhood (and why it’s more common than you think)

How unprocessed emotions can show up as physical symptoms and burnout

The duality of grief — holding space for both joy and pain

How movement and nervous system support can be powerful tools for healing

Small, sustainable shifts that help you feel grounded, strong, and like yourself again

Whether you’re deep in a hard season or walking alongside someone who is, this episode will remind you: you are not broken, you are not alone, and healing is possible.

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