Have you ever felt like there’s an unspoken rule about what it means to be a "good" parent? I’ve been there. And let me tell you, it’s exhausting. The idea that a “good mom” is someone who is always selfless, always on, and always happy is one of the reasons why so many of us struggle with guilt, burnout, and frustration. This pressure is called “intensive mothering” and in today’s episode of Parenting Through Connection, I’m breaking down how this model of mothering sets us up for failure and why it's not sustainable in the long run. I’m discussing the overwhelming expectations of intensive mothering and how these pressures can leave us feeling drained and disconnected from ourselves and our kids. 

So take a deep breath and get ready to hear about:

• What intensive mothering really looks like and why it’s impossible to live up to the ideal.
• The toll this mindset takes on our mental and emotional well-being and how it can affect our relationship with our kids.
• How to let go of these unrealistic expectations and shift toward a more connected, authentic parenting approach.

If this episode resonates with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who might benefit or leave a review so that we can keep spreading this message. I’m here to remind you that it’s okay to take breaks, ask for help, and let go of the need to do it all. You don’t have to do this parenting thing alone, and together, we can redefine what it means to parent through connection.

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