Burnout and the Mental Load with Paige Connell

Ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders—managing schedules, remembering all the little details, and keeping everything running smoothly? You’re not alone. In this episode of Unapologetically Yours, Ashley Logan sits down with Paige Connell, content creator and advocate for equity in marriage and parenting, to talk about the mental load—the invisible work that so many women take on in relationships, households, and parenting. Paige is a working mother of four who shares relatable content on TikTok and Instagram, highlighting the everyday experiences of women balancing motherhood, careers, and relationships. Known for her candid insights on the mental load of motherhood and the challenges of creating equity at home and work, Paige’s content resonates with millions. She also advocates for affordable childcare, paid leave, and reproductive rights, sparking important conversations about what families need to thrive. Her impactful voice and relatable storytelling have led to features in Scary Mommy, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and More. In this episode, Paige shares her journey from feeling completely burned out in her marriage and motherhood to learning how torebalance responsibilities in her home. She and Ashley dive into the realities of the mental load, the emotional toll of domestic labor, and how deeply ingrained societal expectations shape the way women experience work, relationships, and parenting. In this episode, you’ll hear about:The hidden burden of the mental load—and why women carry itWhy “helpful dads” aren’t always equal partnersHow gender norms shape expectations in marriage & parentingThe impact of unpaid labor on women’s careers & financesPractical steps to create a more equitable partnershipHow men can recognize inequality in their own households—and start making changes…and so much more! If you’ve ever felt resentful in your marriage, exhausted by the constant to-do list running through your head, or like your time is valued less than your partner’s, this episode is for you. Connect with Paige:Instagram @sheisapaigeturnerTikTok @sheisapaigeturnerSubstack https://sheisapaigeturner.substack.com/Website https://www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ Connect with Ashley:Instagram @ashleydloganWebsite https://ashleydlogan.com/  Have a topic or guest you’d love to see featured on the Unapologetically Yours podcast? Send us an email: [email protected]  Keywordsparenting, marriage, equity, mental load, invisible labor, working mom, childcare, relationships, motherhood, gender roles, parenting, gender roles, burnout, childcare, economic impact, partnerships, equity, motherhood, fatherhood, societal expectations Chapters00:00 Introduction to Unapologetic Living01:41 The Journey of a Working Mom03:16 Navigating Parenting and Marriage06:04 Understanding the Mental Load08:20 Conversations About Equity in Relationships12:30 The Role of Invisible Labor15:06 The Impact of Parenting on Relationships17:32 Creating Content for Change20:39 Facing Criticism and Trolling as a Content Creator23:16 The Double Standards of Parenting26:51 Unpacking Gender Roles and Burnout30:02 The Economic Impact of Childcare33:44 Shifting the Balance in Partnerships37:56 Engaging Men in the Conversation43:56 Unapologetic Living and Personal Growth Get full access to Ashes to Ashley at ashleydlogan.substack.com/subscribe