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Opinion: Mother’s Day is painful for many of my clients. Here’s how we all can help—Op-ed for The Salt Lake Tribune
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Opinion: Mother’s Day is painful for many of my clients. Here’s how we all can help—Op-ed for The Salt Lake Tribune

Why do so many women dread Mother’s Day? What are we doing inadvertently, as a community, to perpetuate this pain? And what can we do about it?

Based on my 30 years of clinical experience working with women in Utah, I have a few ideas.

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Resources for Overcoming Mom Guilt: How do I stop feeling guilty?
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Resources for Overcoming Mom Guilt: How do I stop feeling guilty?

A common struggle I see among moms is mom guilt. I’ve seen mothers worry that they aren’t spending enough time with their children, aren’t cooking enough, aren’t folding enough laundry, or aren’t worthy of self-care. If you’re a mom struggling with mom guilt, bookmark this post and refer to it often because it’s full of resources to help you stop feeling guilty as a mother.

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Goodbye Mom Guilt: Good Things Utah
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Goodbye Mom Guilt: Good Things Utah

Motherhood is a beautiful journey filled with love, joy, and precious moments. However, it can also be accompanied by an all-too-familiar feeling: mom guilt. Mom guilt is a complex emotion that arises from various sources, including unrealistic societal expectations, lack of practical support, unequal distribution of childcare and housework, and negative self-talk. We'll explore six empowering strategies to help you overcome mom guilt and embrace motherhood on your own terms.

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