11 episodes
The Managing Motherhood Podcast Orlesa Poole
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- Kids & Family
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Motherhood is hard and stressful, that’s never going to change, but having the right tools to handle stressful situations can make things so much easier. In the Managing Motherhood podcast, host Orlesa Poole provides advice as a therapist and mom on how to manage the chaos that is motherhood without becoming overwhelmed. Topics include all things that influence and affect our ability to mother including reducing stress and burnout, mental health struggles, overcoming perfectionism, managing relationships, parenting strong-willed/ behaviorally challenging kids and reducing power struggles. Episodes will include interviews with therapists, industry experts and other moms with something to share. To learn more about our therapy and parent coaching, visit psychotherapyformoms.com.
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10- Mothering From a Feminist Perspective feat. Erin Spahr
In this episode I chat with Erin Spahr, a certified perinatal mental health therapist, about the feminist perspective of motherhood in our society. We discuss how the impossible standards placed on mothers, combined with a lack of support on the societal level, can contribute to excessive stress, mental health challenges and burnout among moms. We discuss common misconceptions about feminism and what it means to be a "good feminist."
Connect with Orlesa:
Book a free 15-minute consultation: https://psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultation/Instagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: https://psychotherapyformoms.com/Connect with Erin:
Website: https://www.erinspahrtherapy.com/Instagram: instagram.com/feminist.mom.therapist -
9- 7 Things I Do Every Day To Avoid Burnout
Mom life is inherently stressful and can be the perfect recipe for burnout. Sometimes avoiding burnout takes deliberate effort. In this episode, I share 7 daily habits that help keep me above water and prevent me from burning out.
Connect with Orlesa:
Book a free 15-minute consultation: psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultationInstagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: psychotherapyformoms.com -
8- The First Steps to Beating Burnout
Moms are burned out right now, but what on earth do we do to fix that? This episode is chock full of information on actionable steps to take to get above your mom burnout. In this episode, I share:
- A glimpse into the signature 8 step framework I use with my 1:1 clients to bring them back from burnout
- Game changing mindset shifts that give you the confidence to ask for help, set boundaries to protect your time and ditch perfectionism and mom guilt
- Actionable steps you can take to lessen your workload and allow time for self-care
By the end of this episode, you will be equipped with actual steps you can take to begin fighting back against your burnout and get back to mothering in a way that feels good!
Book a free 15-minute consultation: psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultationInstagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: psychotherapyformoms.com -
7- Why Moms are Burned Out
On this episode of the Managing Motherhood Podcast, we're chatting about burnout. Often seen, rarely discussed. Society has placed the bar incredibly high for moms. We’re expected to live by unachievable standards which, surprise surprise is one of the biggest reasons so many moms experience burnout.
In this episode I explain what burnout is and how it can affect you as a mom. I also share 3 main reasons moms become burned out and common signs that it’s happening to you.
Connect with Orlesa:
Book a free 15-minute consultation: psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultationInstagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: psychotherapyformoms.com -
6- How to Avoid Mom Burnout During the Holidays
The holidays are magical, unless you’re a mom who’s juggling a million tasks and on the way to burnout. In this episode, I share the following tips (for moms) on managing burnout during the holidays:
Drop some balls: How many of your holiday traditions are actually necessary? Share the planning responsibilities: Even delegating is a task and requires invisible labor, so share the task of planning and delegating. Take the easy way out: Does the family really care if you use box cake mix? Schedule alone time: Your family will be fine when you get back. Participate in the fun: Be intentional about activating your relaxation response.
By applying these tips, you can have more fun and less stress this holiday season!
Connect with Orlesa:
Book a free 15-minute consultation: psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultationInstagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: psychotherapyformoms.com -
5- How Mom's Anxiety Affects the Entire Family
In this episode I talk about the consequences of untreated/ unmanaged maternal anxiety and how Mom's anxiety can affect the entire family. I discuss my personal reasons for wanting to manage my anxiety: wanting to raise a confident child, consequences to my marriage and my desire to fully enjoy motherhood. I also talk about the research on how maternal anxiety affects childhood development.
As moms, we tend to focus on the wellbeing of our families before focusing on ourselves. My goal for this episode is for moms who are struggling with anxiety to see that in taking the time to care for themselves and get treatment or support for their anxiety, they are also caring for their families.
Connect with Orlesa:
Book a free 15-minute consultation: psychotherapyformoms.com/free-consultationInstagram: instagram.com/managing_motherhood_Website: psychotherapyformoms.com
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Such a great podcast! I am definitely a mom with anxiety. I may have teared up a few times listening to my first two episodes. Highly relatable. Great information and techniques. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and love. Please keep up the episodes!