The Real Mother Effort Podcast

When One Parent Is the Fun One and the Other Is the Responsible One


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This week I'm sharing a real situation from my own house that brought up a familiar feeling for a lot of moms: that quiet frustration that builds when it feels like you're the one carrying the responsibility while someone else gets to be the "fun one".

I walk through what happened, the story I started telling myself, the conversation my husband and I had afterward, and what this moment reminded me about a pattern that shows up in so many homes. I also share what has actually helped us feel more like a team instead of me holding everything in my head.

Key Points Discussed

  • A real night that didn't go the way I expected
  • Why resentment can sneak in so easily
  • How different parenting defaults can create tension
  • What's helped us feel more supported and less alone

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The Real Mother Effort PodcastBy Lauren Mora