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Q&A On the Mental Load: On Resentment, Communication, and Doing “Everything”
Postpartum can shake even the strongest relationships. If you feel resentful, overwhelmed, or like you’re doing everything, you’re not alone. This Q&A-style guide offers compassionate answers to the real questions moms are asking about the mental load, communication, and rebuilding connection with guidance grounded in emotional safety and equity.
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.
Is it the Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression?
The period of time after having a baby is intense with lots of ups and downs. Many moms report feeling more "emotional" with crying fits, feeling sad and overwhelmed, and increased conflict with their partners. This is often described as the "Baby Blues," however some moms will experience Postpartum Depression. How do you know if it’s you have the “Baby Blues” or something more, like Postpartum Depression? Read on to learn more.
Transitioning into Motherhood
Becoming a mother changes you in ways you never would have imagined. Here are some tips to help yourself as you enter this new amazing and equally terrifying stage- Motherhood!