EP68: No One Talks About This Part of Parenthood — But I Will

💡 In This Episode Sharanya dives into the raw, messy, and all-too-common reality of early parenthood that no one really talks about — burnout, identity loss, emotional exhaustion, and the invisible load carried mostly in silence. This episode is for every parent who's ever smiled on the outside while quietly unraveling on the inside. You’ll hear: Why early parenthood can feel like both love and grief What burnout actually looks and feels like (it's not just tiredness) The emotional toll of losing your sense of self Why snapping at your partner, crying in secret, and zoning out don’t make you a bad parent — they make you human Real, actionable steps to start feeling more like you again

🔥 Key Takeaways Burnout isn’t weakness — it’s a sign you’ve been carrying too much without being seen Loving your baby and missing your old self can co-exist You don’t need to smile through your suffering to prove you’re doing okay The mental load of parenting is real — and sharing it is essential You deserve support, space, and healing — not just survival

✨ What You’ll Learn How to identify emotional burnout before it becomes a breakdown Why our generation of parents is struggling more than ever 5 simple, powerful things you can do this week to start feeling better How to talk to your partner about what you’re holding The first step to reclaiming your identity after baby

📣 Want to Feel Like You Again? The Parenting Revival Program is designed to support burnt-out, emotionally overwhelmed parents who want to raise secure, happy children without losing themselves or their marriage in the process.

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✅ Mental & emotional reset for mums and dads

✅ Relationship repair and identity healing

✅ Real-time, real-talk, real solutions

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