Are You Burning Out? What Burnout on Moms Really Looks Like with Sasha Shillcutt | Ep. 130

Are You Burning Out? What Burnout on Moms Really Looks Like with Sasha Shillcutt | Ep. 130

33:09 Feb 23, 2026
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Afraid you may be on your way to burnout? Or maybe you're already there? Curious to know the signs, and know how to get out of it? You're in the right place!Dr. Sasha Shillcutt breaks down how burnout develops, why modern moms are especially vulnerable, and how to recognize the early warning signs before you hit a breaking point. This conversation is practical, validating, and deeply freeing for moms who feel like they’re failing when really… they’re overloaded.If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I handle this better?”,  this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how to start protecting your energy, your time, and your mental health.In this episode, we cover:What burnout actually is (and how it’s different from normal tiredness)Why so many moms experience burnout in modern motherhoodThe emotional and mental load mothers carry every dayWhat the path to burnout really looks like over timeEarly signs of mom burnout you shouldn’t ignoreHow to prevent burnout before you hit a breaking pointHow to set realistic expectations in motherhoodWhy perfectionism fuels burnoutPractical ways to say “no” without guiltProtecting your time, energy, and capacity as a momThis episode is for the mom who loves her kids deeply but feels like she’s running on empty,  and wonders if this level of stress is just “part of the job.” (It’s not.)You deserve support, margin, and a motherhood experience that doesn’t cost you your mental health.----------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•? Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ? ??•Truly Free Home- Toxin Free Laundry Detergent and Cleaning Supplies HERE          ? Use Code LEARNINGTOMOM for 30% off!Connect with Dr. Shillcutt HERE----------------------------------------------------------------------------mom burnout, motherhood burnout, maternal mental health, signs of mom burnout, emotional exhaustion in mothers, overwhelmed mom, mental load of motherhood, mom stress, burnout symptoms, how to prevent burnout, setting boundaries as a mom, saying no without guilt, realistic expectations in motherhood, mom life balance, stay at home mom burnout, working mom burnout, motherhood overwhelm, parenting stress, christian mom podcast, motherhood podcast, newborn care podcast, Postpartum podcast, Infant podcast, New baby podcast, Baby podcast, toddler podcast, Motherhood podcast, First time mom, Best motherhood podcast, Best parenting podcast, Holistic parenting podcast, Holistic newborn, Crunchy mom podcast, c
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