Designing a Motherhood That Feels Good (Not Just Looks Good and keeps you exhausted at everyones convenience...)

Are you doing everything “right” — ticking the boxes, showing up, keeping everyone happy — yet still wondering why it doesn’t feel good?

This episode is your permission slip to stop performing motherhood… and start designing it.

We dive into:

• Why so many mums fall into “performance mode” — and where those invisible scripts come from
• How to spot the difference between obligation and alignment
• What it actually means to design your motherhood around your energy, values, and joy
• Small, practical shifts that will change how your home and days feel

🎧 We’re asking better questions in this episode:

• “What kind of energy do I want to bring to my kids?”
• “What would I do if I stripped away guilt?”
• “What if calm — not chaos — became the default?”

You’ll walk away with:
 ✅ Journal prompts to reconnect with your own motherhood blueprint
 ✅ Fresh permission to let go of hot mess mum culture and unwanted obligations.
 ✅ A grounded invitation into designing motherhood around your needs, your rhythm, and your joy

✨ Mentioned in this episode:
Grab the free download: Plug the Time + Energy Leaks in Your Motherhood — a simple checklist to start realigning your days
👉 Energy Leaks Checklist

 📲 Tag me @shesgotherhandsfull on Instagram — I’d love to hear what part landed with you most.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel bone-deep exhausted, even on days when nothing dramatic happens... this episode is for you.

 I’m unpacking the silent energy drains built into modern motherhood that most of us don’t even notice… because we’ve been conditioned to normalise them. From unspoken expectations to endless micro-decisions to people-pleasing playdates you secretly dread: it’s no wonder you’re burnt out.

 In this episode, I’ll cover:

• What energy leaks actually are (and why it’s not your fault you have them)
• The 5 biggest invisible drains quietly running your nervous system ragged
• How ‘performance motherhood’ keeps you stuck in overdrive
• Quick, powerful reframes and boundary swaps you can start using today
• Why this isn’t about doing less, it’s about doing what actually serves you

Because you weren’t born to drown in everyone else’s expectations. And you’re allowed to choose peace without permission slips.

LINKS + FREE DOWNLOAD:
→ Grab your free Declutter Your Motherhood Ebook (free) and get rid of all the enrgy drainers in your Home, Diary and Mind! Click here to grab yours!

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Screenshot this episode and tag me @shesgotherhandsfull — tell me the one energy drain you’re ready to drop.

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In this powerful, permission-giving episode, we’re cracking open the suffocating ‘good mum’ narrative — where it came from, what it’s costing you, and why choosing to opt out is the boldest, most life-giving move you can make for yourself and your kids.

Expect myth-busting truths, bold reminders, and fresh, actionable ways to rebel against the outdated standards that keep modern mothers drained, disconnected and doubting themselves.

In this episode:
✨ Where the ‘good mum’ myth came from — and why it was never for your benefit
✨ The 5 biggest lies you’ve been told about motherhood
✨ The real cost of staying in the martyr narrative
✨ What ‘opting out’ actually looks like in day-to-day life
✨ Thought-provoking, rebellion-worthy ideas to reclaim your time, energy and joy

Links + Resources:
🔗 Download your free Declutter Your Motherhood guide CLICK HERE
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🎧 Next week: Energy Leaks + How to Seal Them

You don’t feel drained because motherhood is hard.
 You feel drained because you’ve been conditioned to abandon yourself inside it.

Somewhere along the way, ‘being a good mum’ got confused with being endlessly available, agreeable, and accommodating. And it’s costing you your energy, your spark, and your sanity.

In this unapologetic episode, I’m pulling apart the invisible patterns keeping modern mums stuck in survival mode — and showing you what actually changes everything.

We’re talking:
 ✨ Why people pleasing is disguised self-abandonment
 ✨ How to stop trading your peace for approval
 ✨ What it really means to protect your energy — and why your kids need you to
 ✨ The bold mindset shifts that unlock more freedom, time, and joy in your motherhood

This is your permission slip to do things differently.
🎧 Hit play now

 >> Grab your free ‘Declutter Your Motherhood’ download here while you’re at it. 

If you’ve been feeling snappy, tired, touched out, and totally over it—even when life looks technically fine—this episode is your exhale.

I’m sharing what’s been bubbling under the surface for me lately (and probably for you too): that slow-building weight that isn’t caused by chaos, but by the sheer volume of invisible responsibility we carry. The mental load. The emotional logistics. The hundred tiny things you remember, fix, soften, solve—without anyone noticing.

Download your Free Declutter Your Motherhood Ebook Here

We unpack what’s really draining your energy (it’s not just the laundry), the quiet resentment that builds when you’re praised for coping instead of supported for changing, and why being ‘helped’ is not the same as being held.

This episode is less about fixing and more about feeling seen—and giving you a way back to yourself in the thick of it all.

Inside this episode:

• Why the invisible load is heavier than any to-do list
• How the myth of “balance” keeps us stuck and resentful
• Why asking for help sometimes makes things worse
• A powerful reframe if you're secretly fantasising about escape
• What to do when you love your family... but need your own space

Psssttttt...... If you review this episode and dm me a screenshot on Instagram 

@shesgotherhandsfull I will send you the video of the first video of the Motherhood Mindset Module for the new Declutter Your Motherhood course for FREE. Yes, really!!

Motherhood isn’t supposed to feel like you’re constantly running on empty. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or like you’ve lost yourself along the way — this episode is for you.

In this powerful reset, I’m sharing 5 practical steps that will help you clear your mind, calm your home, and reclaim your time:

🧠 Challenge the beliefs that are weighing you down — like the idea that you have to do it all or be everything to everyone.
📵 Ditch your phone for the first and last 2 hours of your day — and give your mind the space to reset.
🧹 Declutter the room that overwhelms you most — so your home starts to feel calmer, not chaotic.
👗 Streamline your wardrobe — and make getting dressed simple again.
⏳ Fill your week with energy-givers — the things that light you up and make you feel more like you.

These simple shifts can create more space in your mind, your home, and your schedule — so you can stop feeling like you’re constantly behind.

Click Here for your FREE Declutter your Motherhood Ebook guide to help you reset your motherhood starting today.

🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward feeling lighter

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Feeling lost in a sea of clothes but still have nothing to wear? If motherhood has buried your sense of style somewhere between the nappies and school runs, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re tackling wardrobe chaos with a fresh perspective—because decluttering isn’t just about making space; it’s about rediscovering who you are.

We’re diving deep into why it’s so hard to let go of those pre-mum jeans, how your wardrobe reflects your identity, and why decluttering can be the first step in reclaiming your confidence. You’ll learn:

• The emotional weight behind your wardrobe clutter (spoiler: it’s more than just clothes)
• How to shift your mindset to let go without guilt
• A simple wardrobe reset that helps you dress for who you are now—not who you were before motherhood

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the clutter or just fed up with not recognizing the woman in the mirror, this episode is your permission slip to break free from the leggings you kind of hate and step into a style that truly feels like you.

Resources Mentioned:

Your Free 18 Page Ebook to help you Declutter Your Motherhood

Get on the waitlist for the upcoming Declutter Your Motherhood Course (and snag an early discount... Click Here (no obligation xo)

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It’s Time to Put Yourself Back on the List – A Pep Talk for the Tired, Overstretched Mum

Episode Summary:
It’s grey outside, your energy’s low, and February is dragging on. You’re running on fumes, giving everything to everyone else, and somehow, you’ve slipped right to the bottom of your own priority list (again). This is your sign to stop. To take a breath. This Pep Talk is for you mama xo 

This isn’t just another “self-care” chat. This is a wake-up call - A reset. A deep exhale. Because when you feel depleted, the answer isn’t to push through—it’s to pause, refill, and come back stronger.

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel lighter, more energised, and (finally) ready to take up space in your own life again.

What You’ll Take Away:
✨ The truth about “not having time” for yourself (and why it’s keeping you stuck)
✨ A simple, no-fluff way to start prioritising YOU—even on the busiest days
✨ Why this season isn’t just about surviving, but reclaiming your spark

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In this episode of She’s Got Her Hands Full, we’re diving into practical and transformative ways to declutter your life. These actionable tips will help overwhelmed mums create a lighter, brighter, and more organised start to the year. From bathroom products to social media, we’re tackling the areas that drag you down and showing you how to let go for good.

If you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or surrounded by clutter, this episode is your ultimate guide to creating space for what truly matters. Tune in, take notes, and set yourself a 10-day challenge to reset your home, your energy, and your mindset!

Instagram: @shesgotherhandsfull - head to the bio for alllll the free resources to help reduce your overwhelm Mama, Maria xo

Feeling the pressure to dive headfirst into resolutions and routines this January? In this episode, we are flipping the script. Instead of sprinting into the new year, lets embrace January as a season of pause, rest, and intentional reflection. I'll guide you through practical tips, mindset shifts, and gentle daily practices to ease into the energy you want to create for the year ahead.

We explore:

• Why societal pressure to “start strong” can backfire.
• How to reflect on what you truly want (and let go of what you dont).
• Practical ways to nourish your body, mind, and soul this winter.
• Setting intentions without the stress of perfection.
• Small, actionable steps to gradually uplevel your life.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Download Your Gentle January Guide Here
• Your Overwhelmed Mums Hacks Playbook

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesgotherhandsfull/