What Self Care Looks Like...

Season 14 | Episode 4: The Invisible Challenges of Motherhood

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Summary


In this episode, Brittany discusses the invisible challenges of motherhood. She talks about the different categories of mothers and how these challenges affect all of them. Brittany shares her personal experience of feeling overwhelmed by mom guilt, the mental load, decision fatigue, and the new limitations in her body. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-fulfillment in motherhood and provides tips for overcoming these challenges.


Takeaways


  • The challenging parts of motherhood go beyond sleep training and feedings, and include mom guilt, mental load, decision fatigue, and new limitations in the body.
  • There are three categories of mothers: living the dream, challenge accepted, and riding the wave. Regardless of the category, all mothers face these challenges.
  • Self-care and self-fulfillment are important in motherhood. Taking time for reflection, setting boundaries, and prioritizing emotional wellness can help overcome these challenges.
  • Doing a brain dump, organizing for the week ahead, and setting priorities can help manage the mental load and decision fatigue.
  • Honoring and loving your body after childbirth is crucial for physical and emotional wellness.

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