Mom Guilt: Self Care is NOT Selfish - Summer of Me Episode 7

It’s a struggle many of us know too well: Mom Guilt. From feeling like she's blowing up her kids' lives to navigating the complexities of co-parenting, Kendra opens up about the challenges of feeling like she's not doing enough. The pressure to be a “perfect parent” is real and can contribute to feelings of inadequacy, but how can that be managed? Kendra shares her tips for self-compassion, self-care, and setting boundaries, and how that can lead to setting a good example and feeling a little more positive. Doing these things will help you show up as the best version of yourself. Do it for yourself, AND for your kids.
TIMESTAMPS:
[00:00:00] Intro.
[00:01:19] Mom guilt is so real.
[00:03:49] Anxiety as a mom.
[00:08:30] The importance of self-care.
[00:09:32] Setting equal parenting expectations.
[00:13:24] Self-compassion and forgiveness.
[00:16:04] Setting expectations with kids.
[00:20:37] Guilt in taking time for self-care.
[00:22:02] Parenting Balance and remembering to prioritize yourself.
LINKS:
Follow Kendra on Instagram: / kendrafornow
Subscribe on TH-cam: / @summerofme
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FYI audio goes silent from about 18:38 to 20:30.

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Brenda was just chilling...but yeah Brenda, ShutTheF-Up! 🤣🤣🤣 my 8 year old tells me he's going to live with us until he gets his multimillion paying job then we ALL move in with him in his HUMONGOUS Mansion and I CHOOSE to believe him😅 being a mom is a rollercoaster man! Love your podcast ❤❤ Mom of 2 from Kenya 🇰🇪