"As much as I enjoy being a mother and a therapist, both can be challenging at times. Being a caregiver both in my personal and professional life has led me to develop strategies to cope with the demands of both. Motherhood in particular has proven itself to be a rewarding, humbling, and oftentimes thankless task that has stretched my caregiving abilities in ways that have been surprising to me, even as a trained professional."
"One such scene would take place in my kitchen as I attempt to make myself breakfast, turn on the television while coaxing my son to have more than an ice pop for breakfast, and essentially burning my toast, all while trying to at least half-listen to a podcast about how I can become a sturdier leader as a parent. It pretty much sums it up."
Motherhood and caregiving combine to create sustained, often overwhelming responsibilities that stretch caregiving capacity even for trained professionals. Accepting periods of chaos reduces pressure to perform multiple roles perfectly. Delegating tasks and relinquishing nonpressing responsibilities conserves energy for essential needs. Small, practical strategies and boundaries can preserve mental health and functioning. Prioritizing personal needs and recognizing personal limits supports better caregiving. Simple moments of respite, reframing perfectionism, and asking for help enable sustainability. Caregivers who plan for realistic expectations and flexible routines increase resilience and reduce burnout risk.
Read at Psychology Today
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