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Episode 51 - Holiday Overwhelm: Surviving Family, Expectations & Parenthood with Christina Page
The holidays promise joy, connection, and magical memories — but for many parents, they also bring a perfect storm of pressure, expectations, and emotional overload. In this episode, we dive into the reality behind the festive photos: the overwhelm of trying to create the “perfect” holiday, navigating complicated family dynamics, managing judgment around parenting choices, and the added pressure when there’s a new baby in the mix.
Joined by Christina Page, we explore how holiday stress impacts parents’ mental health, why the season amplifies comparison and guilt, and how to set boundaries…
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