A Mother's Mind

This episode is all about The Mental Load Hangover, a feeling that many mothers face when dealing with the stress and challenges that pop up in life.  It can be a roadblock, leading us astray or feeling disconnected from the world at times. It can have a significant impact on our well-being and overall quality of life. The Mental Load Hangover is real. It is normal when big changes, moments o...

Have you ever thought about what kind of ripple effect are you currently having? Or what kind of ripple effect do you want to have? In this episode, I discuss the idea of mothers being the central cog of the family. We get to set the example we want for our family.   I dive straight into the idea of your mindset being so important not for just yourself, but for your family too.  A p...

In this episode, I dive into the magical world of communication and how it can be a powerful tool to lighten your mental load and share the workload in motherhood.    For years, I believed that communication was combative and that I had to avoid confrontation at all costs. I was operating from a place of perfectionism and people-pleasing which only led me to hold back, ruminate, and comm...

In this episode, I explore the 5 common thought patterns holding you back from getting help, and how to shift them. I understand how challenging it can be to navigate the demands of work, family, and daily life while still feeling overwhelmed and unsupported.  That's why I am here to offer you some insightful tips and strategies that will help you overcome those internal barriers and take act...

We are living in uncertain times, and it can be hard to stay positive when faced with so much change. You may feel overwhelmed by the unknown, anxious about what lies ahead, and unsure of how to keep your spirits up during this time of flux. This episode is here to help!  Learn intentional thinking and become resourceful as you navigate through these changes.  Discover how to trust yours...

This week on A Mother's Mind, I discuss five tell-tale signs that you may need support with your mental load. By learning to recognise these signs, you can take steps towards giving yourself the care and support that you need. From my own personal experience, I know that my mental load varies in weight from time-to-time as circumstances change. I’ve learned to tune into these signs and to have awa...

Get ready to be empowered! This episode is about the power of trusting yourself, setting boundaries, and making your own decisions. In this episode, you will learn:  How self-trust can play out in our lives and why we might find ourselves needing approval from others before making choices, or taking actions.  How to stop relying on external validation and start believing in yourself and...

This episode is all about enjoying motherhood with ease and finding the fun in creating the life that you love.  It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks and stressors of motherhood, leaving little time or energy for pursuing things you actually love or that reignite your little pre-motherhood spark.  The truth is, thinking that leads to ignoring our own needs can lead to burno...

Are you a mum struggling to balance work and family responsibilities? Do you feel like you're constantly being pulled in different directions without enough support or resources?  It can be exhausting just pushing through without actually thriving. Accepting that "it is what it is" can lead to just coping instead of taking control.  In this episode you will learn:  How to let go of...

As mums, we often feel the pressure to be everything to everyone. We want to please our partners, our kids, our friends, and even strangers on social media. But this constant need for approval can lead to burnout, overwhelm, and a sense of disconnection from ourselves.   By people-pleasing, we may find ourselves sacrificing our own needs and values in order to avoid conflict or gain acceptanc...

Do you ever feel like there is too much on your plate? As a mother, you are constantly juggling multiple tasks and responsibilities. You are expected to manage home life, parenting duties, work commitments and family needs all at once.  All of these things accumulate into what is referred to as a heavy mental load.   Having a heavy mental load can be overwhelming, lead to stress and fati...

If you dream of a simple life, yet the reality of your actual daily life is far from it, this episode is for you! Perfectionist thinking often convinces us that in order for something to be worthy or satisfying, it needs to be complicated and hard. We can inadvertently overcomplicate things and make every project feel like an uphill battle that must be earned.     In this episode, I...

Do you want to stop feeling overwhelmed and start taking control of your life? Are you ready to start believing in yourself as an asset and making decisions that will benefit your whole family? As mothers, we often feel the need to put others before ourselves and forget our own needs. We are constantly bombarded with stories about what a new mother should do or look like or feel like, which can ma...

Life can be overwhelming and it's hard to stay mindful when there are so many things going on around us.   We often feel guilty, ashamed or judged for not being able to keep up with the demands of life. This can lead to feeling overwhelmed and like we're unable to set ourselves up for success each day.  Tune into this episode as I explore the power of journaling.  I will share...

Welcome to A Mother’s Mind, a podcast that candidly explores day-to-day experiences of motherhood, examines how to become aware of and shift your mindset, and provides practical strategies to lighten your mental load. In this episode I introduce myself and give you a little insight into my journey into motherhood and the mindset that has shaped how I show up in my parenting journey, including taki...