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The Invisible Weight of Motherhood in Postpartum: Understanding and Sharing the Mental Load
Motherhood often comes with an invisible backpack of responsibility- remembering feeding schedules, planning pediatrician visits, managing household tasks, all while running on very little sleep. This unseen burden is called the mental load, and for many new moms, it becomes heavier than ever in the postpartum period. In this post, we’ll explore what the mental load is, why it intensifies after baby arrives, how it impacts your mental health and relationships, and practical tools to begin sharing it more equally. Plus, discover a new resource designed to help couples rebalance the load together.
The Mental Load Overload: Understanding How You Got Here
You didn’t start your relationship this way but somewhere along the line, you became the default parent, the household manager, the knower of all the things. Now you’re drowning in the mental load, and wondering how it got so heavy. This blog unpacks how seemingly “fair” partnerships shift over time, especially in motherhood, and why so many moms feel overwhelmed and unseen. If you’re tired of carrying it all, this post is for you- plus, learn how our new Mental Load Coaching for Couples can help you find balance and real support again.
The Mental Load Is Breaking Moms: What It Is, Why It Feels So Heavy and What You Can Do About It
Are you exhausted from being the one who “keeps it all together”? You’re not imagining it- the mental load moms carry is very real, and it’s taking a toll on your mental health, relationships, and sense of self. This blog breaks down why the mental load feels so overwhelming, how trauma and perfectionism amplify it, and how therapy can help you find relief, set boundaries, and reconnect with you. If you’re feeling invisible, burned out, or resentful, this one’s for you.