Mom guilt is such a huge challenge for so many new moms. In this episode, I’m joined by Alysia Lyons, mom, author, and coach, to talk about mom guilt. We talk about how mom guilt is a notification that your actions are out of alignment with your values, and how self-compassion is essential when looking back at past actions. We then unpack how that shows up in responsive parents and attachment based sleep including guilt about what ‘good’ sleep is supposed to look like and what a ‘good mom’ is supposed to do. We explore the idea of self-trust verses outside opinions, especially those opinions coming from people with more cultural authority. Alysia shares one of her own mom guilt stories with us, and I’ll put a gentle content warning here for mention of childhood inappropriate touch by another child – I know this can be a triggering topic for some. 

About Alysia

Alysia Lyons is a certified Master Neurotransformational Results Coach, author, Usui Reiki master, and tarot reader dedicated to helping moms release guilt and find peace in their lives. Alysia specializes in guiding women through guilt and overwhelm and helping them build healthier relationships, achieve emotional balance, and embrace self-care. 

With a holistic approach that blends practical strategies and spiritual insights, Alysia empowers her clients to navigate the chaos of parenting while fostering personal growth and transformation.

In addition to her coaching practice, Alysia has been a surrogate multiple times, inspiring her to write Creating Little Miracles. Through her surrogacy journeys, Alysia discovered the profound joy of helping others build their families, which has deepened her passion for connection, healing, and support. 

When she’s not coaching or writing, Alysia enjoys walking with her two dogs, spending time with her fiance and son, and living a life rooted in gratitude and purpose.

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alysialyons.com

@coachalysialyons on social

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