Beyond the Bump

Does your partner need to listen to this!? - A mother’s mental labour - with psychologist, Elyse

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In our 120th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with psychologist, Elyse about the mental load that mothers typically experience and some things we can do to start improving that in our relationship.

  • How can we better explain to our partners what a mother’s mental load actually looks and feels like? 
  • Are there differences between the female and male mind?
  • How do you help your partner understand what’s valuable to you even if they do see any value in it?
  • How do you explain to your partner that work mental load is not the same thing as kid-house mental load? 
  • Do we need to lower our expectations if we want help from our partners?
  • What are some constructive ways we can self-regulate our emotions and frustrations when communicating with our partner?
  • What is ‘intensive mothering’?
  • The psychology behind being ‘touched out’?
  • Do you have advice for mums who are struggling with mental health now and who can’t wait 2-4 months for a psychologist appointment?
  • And so MUCH MORE!!!

    • We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

     

    Goodies mentioned:

    Lifeline
    Panda
    Elyse's website Share to Thrive (there you'll also find more about her soon-to-be launched course on Mental Labour!)
    @sharetothrive

     

    Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people. 

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