Let's Be Real: That's Not a Vacation

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Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood

The Parent Empowerment Movement

20 episodes

3 days ago

Join us, Jenny and Felicia, the co-founders of The Parent Empowerment Movement, as we get real about motherhood—the struggles, the joy, and doing it our own way. We’ll laugh, cry, scream into pillows, and find hope again. With 30+ years of experience working with kids and families, we’re here to remind you that you’re already the perfect mom for your child! No judgment, just support. Let’s ditch expectations and embrace the messy, beautiful reality of parenting—together.

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Let's Be Real: That's Not a Vacation

Perfectly Imperfect: Embracing Real Motherhood

44 minutes 51 seconds

2 weeks ago

Let's Be Real: That's Not a Vacation

If you've ever called a solo trip to the grocery store a "vacation," we see you. We've done it too. It's the "laugh to keep from crying" energy that gets us through the day, and it's okay to cherish those small moments of peace. Yes, that quiet 10-minute drive after drop-off can feel like a slice of heaven.

We get it.

But in this episode, we honor those moments and we ask a bigger question: When did we start confusing "less chaos" with "genuine rest"?

Join us for a cozy, validating conversation as we gently unpack the 10 most common "mom vacations" that are anything but. This episode is for any mom who feels like she's running on empty—it's about honoring your exhaustion and starting a new dialogue about the real, soul-filling rest you truly deserve.

If you are running on empty - we got you! Check out our free tool: 3 Easy Steps for more Time, Energy, and Support - Totally Free!

Keywords: Mom Vacation, Breaks for Moms, Mom Burnout, Parental Burnout, Redefining Rest, Self-Care for Moms, Maternity Leave, Family Trips, Unrealistic Expectations, Overwhelmed Mom, Mom Guilt, Parent Empowerment, Real Rest.