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Unpacking Mom Shame, Guilt & the Myth of ‘Doing It All’

Unpacking Mom Shame, Guilt & the Myth of ‘Doing It All’

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 Welcome back to If I Knew Then: Mom Edition — episode 6. Today, we share a deeply honest conversation about mom burnout, guilt, and the myth of doing it all.Karolina opens up about the heavy weight of societal and self-imposed expectations placed on mothers. From the pressure to “have it all”, to work or stay home, to be the perfect parent and provider, burnout becomes an almost inevitable consequence. She candidly discusses the exhaustion, shame, and isolation many moms face, and how these feelings fuel negative self-talk and unhealthy comparisons within mom communities.We explore the toxic cycle of mom guilt and mom shame, and the damaging effects of competitive parenting culture that distracts us from what truly matters: connection, self-care, and authenticity. Contrary to popular belief, self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s a vital daily practice of reclaiming your energy, setting boundaries, and nurturing yourself so you can show up fully for your children and your life.Our guest shares her personal journey of recovery from burnout, including practical lifestyle changes like honoring food sensitivities, creating clear boundaries with her teenage daughter, and embracing imperfection. She stresses the importance of listening to your intuition, trusting your gut, and stepping away from the unrealistic portrayals of motherhood on social media.In this episode, you’ll hear how:​Burnout manifests subtly and deeply, affecting mental, physical, and emotional health​Mom guilt and shame keep us trapped in a cycle of self-criticism and comparison​True self-care means putting your wellness first, because you can’t pour from an empty cup​Setting boundaries is an act of love, not cruelty, and kids need that stability​Teens need space to grow, and healthy detachment benefits the whole family​Social media often distorts reality, and detoxing can be life-changing​Motherhood is messy, chaotic, and imperfect, and that’s perfectly okayWhether you’re a new mom overwhelmed by expectations or navigating the challenging teen years, this episode offers compassion, validation, and a roadmap to healing and balance.Our guest is a wellbeing coach specializing in working moms. She helps simplify daily routines, reduce stress, and create personalized self-care strategies, because one size does not fit all. Connect with her to learn how to reclaim your energy and find joy in your motherhood journey.Connect with Karolina: Linkedin FacebookMini self-care handbook with some down-to-earth tools mums can use to reduce stress and improve wellbeing instantly - https://subscribepage.io/q9lwuvIf this podcast brings value to your life, please consider giving value back through sharing, kind words, or financial support. Every contribution helps keep the show alive and the mission growing.Ways to Support:⁠Venmo⁠⁠ChashApp⁠Hosted by Maria Moreno, I’m a certified pediatric sleep consultant, coach, educator, and founder of Mindful Mother. I help moms reclaim rest, confidence, and calm, without guilt. From sleep plans and eBooks to coaching and community, my mission is to support the entire journey of motherhood, from newborns to the preschool years and beyond.Work with me + Resources:⁠ ⁠➤ Sleep training & parenting support⁠⁠Let's Stay Connected: ​Instagram: ⁠⁠@mindfulmother_sleep⁠⁠​Instagram: ⁠@tumago⁠​Instagram: ⁠@ifiknewthenpodcast⁠​Facebook:⁠ ⁠⁠Mindful Mother⁠⁠⁠​TikTok: ⁠@mindfulmother_sleep⁠​YouTube:⁠ ⁠If I Knew Then Podcast⁠⁠​Blankets: ⁠Tumago Blankets⁠​⁠⁠Pacifier: Soothebeginnings⁠⁠​⁠⁠Savings & Investing: Sofi⁠⁠​Budgeting: ⁠⁠Monarch⁠⁠Listen to the Podcast on All Platforms:Spotify:⁠ ⁠If I Knew Then on Spotify⁠⁠Apple Podcasts:⁠ ⁠Listen on Apple⁠⁠Amazon Music:⁠ ⁠Listen on Amazon⁠⁠iHeartRadio:⁠ ⁠Listen on iHeart⁠⁠Goodpods:⁠ ⁠Find us on Goodpods⁠⁠Thank you for listening. If this episode helped you, share it with a mom who needs to hear it.
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