Why do we need to normalize the struggles of being a parent? In this episode of the Unperfected Pod, Brooke talks about, "Messy Mama Moments". This series talks about the struggles of navigating motherhood and how shame can arise from believing you're alone in your struggles. Brook speaks about her own experiences, as well as examples from her family, to illustrate how messy moments can be transformed with humor and acceptance.
Brooke talks about maintaining a healthy balance between protecting her children and giving them freedom and autonomy, parenting small children, marriage, self-care, feeling triggered in the grocery store, having to co-parent, dealing with fast food cravings, and repressing emotions.
Tune in to this week's episode of the Unperfected Pod as Brooke provides her insight and hope for those going through similar situations by normalizing the everyday struggles of being a parent, emphasizing the need for self-compassion and safe spaces where moms can voice their feelings without judgment or criticism!
[00:00 - 01:24] Introduction
Brooke talks about, the "Messy Mama Moments"
Creating safe places to speak the truth, so we can feel heard, seen, and accepted
[01:25 - 15:53] Navigating Triggers And Showing Yourself Grace
Brooke shares her "Messy mama" moments
Mommy's mental health matters and we need to take care of ourselves first
Relationships are designed to mirror our own needs that need healing
Parenting is hard, especially when it comes to lack of sleep, quality time, connections, and intimacy
[15:54 - 39:26] Normalizing Mental Health And Reducing Share Around Parenting Struggles
We need to get it right 50% or more of the time in order for our children to have a secure attachment
It's impossible to do everything with a level of perfection
Co-parenting can be hard, but it does get easier over time
Reducing shame around normal struggles of parenting
[39:27 - 46:58] Closing Segment
Brooke talks about moving stressors out of the body by talking about it and joining a community!
To learn more about Brooke and her work, listeners can visit Brooke Jean LLC!
Tweetable Quotes:
"We need to do something. We have to stop taking on more... We need to create spaciousness for ourselves. We need to forgive ourselves. And also parenting them rocks me to my core in ways that I could have never freaking expected." – Brooke Jean
"We need safe places to say out loud, "I'm struggling!", we need more and more safe places to do that." – Brooke Jean
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