Burned Out in Early Motherhood: How to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again After Baby
Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs: For Burned Out, Career-Minded Moms
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Show Notes
In this episode of Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs we're talking about the kind of burnout that shows up in early motherhood – something no one really prepares you for. I'm joined by licensed therapist and mom of two, Laura Todd, who specializes in maternal mental health and early childhood. She shares both her professional insight and personal experience navigating burnout after becoming a mother including the identity shifts, value conflicts and pressure that so many women carry.
If you've ever asked yourself, “I love my kids...but why does this feel so much harder than I expected?” then this episode is for you. It will help you feel less alone while giving you the practical tools to start feeling like yourself again.
Together we talk about:
- Why burnout is so common in early motherhood
- The difference between postpartum mental health struggles and maternal burnout
- One thing most people don't understand about burnout
- Nervous system regulation strategies for overwhelmed moms
- Small, realistic steps you can take to begin recovering your energy
- Daily or weekly practices to help you prevent your burnout from getting worse
- Common beliefs about motherhood to unlearn that will help you feel better
Laura reminds us that feeling burned out isn't a sign that you're failing and it definitely doesn't mean you're a bad mom. It means you're human and you're navigating one of the biggest identity shifts of your life without nearly enough support. And there is a way forward.
Find Laura at:
Early Bonds Therapy
Website: www.lauratoddlpcc.com
Social Media: @the_infant_therapist
Looking for extra support? You can find me at:
www.christigmyrcoaching.com
Facebook: Christi Gmyr Coaching
Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/careermindedmom
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