I sat down with beloved therapist Erin Spahr (@feminist.mom.therapist) to discuss the current state of motherhood, complex influences from previous generations and the pressures to be perfect because and despite of it all. We talk about:-The patterns Erin sees regularly as a therapist to women and moms, and why they're systemic issues, not personal failures-Matricentric feminism and its impact on how we view motherhood today-The complexities of raising boys to become good men without shaming them-Overcoming "good girl" conditioning-Self-Compassion vs. "self-care"-The real causes of postpartum depression -The power of community and how that can heal us as individuals -Overcoming self-blame...and SO much more. This episode will change the way you view motherhood, relationships, and yourself.

I’m not like a regular mom, I’m a… working mom, stay-at-home mom, formula-feeding mom, breastfeeding mom, single mom, mom of a child with special needs, screen time-obsessed mom, mom of a picky eater, depressed mom, divorced mom—whichever type of mom you are, motherhood is hard, and we may not feel like we’re all on the same page, but as moms, we’re more alike than we think. We’re all a little overwhelmed, tired, confused, and grateful beyond belief. Whether or not you’ve found your tribe, this podcast will give you the virtual village you need.