How can we balance motherhood and work?: Ask Dr. Julie Hanks

In this episode, I coach Alexis Bradley and Chante Stutznegger, sisters and founders of Let’s Talk Sis, a platform promoting education on race, diversity and creating connection. As new business owners they ask, “How can we balance motherhood and work?”

During this episode, I reframe the idea of seeking to achieve “balance,” and suggests making work life harmony the goal. There’s never going to be a balance, it sounds unattainable, but having things blend together in a way that works for everyone is a more realistic goal. We also discuss mom guilt and the impact of emotional and mental labor. 

You can check out Alexis and Chante’s Instagram page here:

• Let’s Talk Sis on Instagram

If you are interested in this topic, here are two resources I think you’ll enjoy:

1. 5 Ways to Reduce Mom Guilt 

2. Ted Talk: The Costs of Idealizing Motherhood
   

If you have found this information helpful, you can find additional resources on this topic in my podcast, my online courses, and through my membership program, Empower Her Circle. Connect with me on social media @drjuliehanks and at drjuliehanks.com. For therapy in Utah visit wasatchfamilytherapy.com.