You’re Juggling A Lot!

Parenting itself can be a huge source of stress and anxiety due to the responsibility of caring for and raising any child—let alone an anxious child. 

Here are a few other completely understandable reasons you might feel anxious:

• Parenting Challenges: dealing with the behavioral, developmental, and mental-health challenges of your child could feel overwhelming and trigger anxiety.

• Health and Safety Concerns: From illness to accidents to the general well-being of their child, moms often worry about their children.

• Work-Life Balance: Juggling parenting with work and other responsibilities can lead to feelings of being stretched thin and anxious about meeting both family and career expectations.

• Comparison and Pressure: You see other parents at your kids’ schools and playdates, as well as on social media. It’s normal to feel pressure to live up to certain standards or expectations. 

• Financial Stress: Raising a child can be expensive, and financial worries can lead to anxiety about providing for the family's needs.

• Personal Identity: Some moms experience anxiety related to their sense of identity outside of being a parent. Balancing their own personal interests and needs with those of their child can be challenging.

• Separation Anxiety: Moms may experience anxiety when separated from their child, especially during significant life transitions like starting school or childcare. Your child may also be feeling the effects of separation.

• Lack of Support: Feeling unsupported or isolated can exacerbate anxiety. Having a strong support network can help alleviate some of these feelings.

• Perfectionism: Striving for perfection in parenting can create immense pressure and anxiety, since no one can be perfect all the time.

It’s okay to ask for help! Email Mindy to inquire about joining the group today!