How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed with Work and Kids (Without Lowering Your Standards)
Parenthood Doesn’t Have to Mean Burnout
I found out the hard way, 10 months into motherhood: juggling work, a coaching qualification, and sleepless nights. Most days, I ended up in tears, feeling drained and invisible.
What I discovered later is that burnout isn’t about weakness. It’s about too many expectations, too little recovery, and believing exhaustion is “just part of parenting.”
The Real Signs of Working Mum Burnout
You wake up already tired
You feel guilty no matter what you do
You’re constantly “on,” even when you’re supposed to rest
You no longer feel joy in things you used to love
These are not signs of failure. They’re signs you’ve been running on empty for too long.
The Shift That Changed Everything
The turning point for me (and for the parents I coach)comes when you redefine what “enough” means.
You don’t need to lower your standards. You need standards that give you energy back.
Imagine this:
- Feeling proud at the end of your workday instead of guilty for leaving early
- Playing with your kids without your mind stuck in your inbox
- Spending weekends that feel fun and light—not like another to-do list
That’s not lowering the bar. That’s living in alignment.
How to Recover from Parental Burnout
Acknowledge it’s real – You’re not weak for feeling this way.
Notice your triggers – When do you feel most drained?
Reclaim micro-moments of calm – Even 5 minutes matter.
Get support – You don’t have to do it all alone.
If you’re thinking, I can’t do it all anymore, that’s not failure—it’s a call for change.
👉 Want to feel more alive again instead of just functioning?
Coaching for working parents can help you reconnect with what matters, set boundaries, and rebuild energy—without losing your ambition.
