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Mama Needs A Moment is your place to hang with your mom friends, learn from top-notch experts, swap stories, and know that you’re surrounded by moms that get it.
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here's what you can expect:
We know the struggle of juggling it all. Mom life is hectic, but your well-being matters. That’s why our most recent seasons deliver shorter 15–20 minute bite-size episodes filled with expert advice on women’s health, parenting, self-care and Roundtable conversations with trusted experts from different fields. You’ll hear real talk, practical tips, and insights you can use right away – because healthy moms raise healthy families.
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Ep. 178 The Invisible Mental Load: What Every Mom Wishes Her Family Understood
Have you ever felt like you're carrying your entire household in your head?
From remembering appointments and planning meals to anticipating everyone's needs and managing the emotional climate of your family, much of a mom's work is invisible—but it's also exhausting.
In this HER+ Expert Roundtable, we explore the invisible mental load of motherhood, why it leaves so many moms feeling overwhelmed, and how biology, modern life, and unequal systems all play a role. Most importantly, we share practical ways to lighten the load through communication, delegation, routines, and household systems that actually work.
If you've ever wondered why you're so tired even when it doesn't look like you've ”done that much,” this conversation will help you feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why the invisible mental load impacts your mental and emotional well-being.
How the mental load changes throughout different stages of motherhood.
Practical strategies to create household systems that reduce stress and help the whole family share the load.
🎧 Tune in and explore more expert resources inside the HER+ Health Collective community.
Featured HER+ Experts:
Sarah Parise, Wellness Specialist, Great Days By Sarah
Kate Layman, Certified Nurse Midwife, Mother Love Wellness
Dr. Katherine Hutchinson, Senior Clinician at Peak City Psychology
Brittni Winslow, MS, OTR/L Occupational Therapist, Owner of Emerge Pediatric Therapy
Annah Elizabeth, Identity & Healing Coach, Speaker | Founder of Annah Elizabeth
Episode Notes and Resources:
FREE Expert Provider Directory – https://herhealthcollective.com/search-the-directory/?type=fitness
HER Circle (A Mom community by HER Health Collective) – https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership
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HER+ You Tube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@herhealthcollective4278
June 17, 2026
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