Default Parent Energy (aka why are we the human family skylight calendar?)

Default parenting is real — and exhausting. In this episode of Suddenly 30 Something, we unpack the mental load, invisible labour, and how to rebalance parenting without losing your mind (or your relationship).Default parenting — you know... where you somehow became the CEO of literally everything child-related without a formal job offer.From remembering library day and packing snacks to knowing everyone’s shoe size and when the next birthday party RSVP is due… if this sounds familiar, you might be the default parent.We unpack:Why mums so often fall into this role (hi, societal conditioning 👋)The mental load no one sees but you feel 24/7How “just tell me what to do” somehow becomes another taskIt’s not just about doing more — it’s about thinking about everything, all the time.Signs You’re the Default Parent. If you know, you know… but just in case:You’re the keeper of all schedules, forms, and random school theme daysYou carry the emotional load (who needs new shoes, who’s struggling, who has a cough brewing)You feel like the household project manager… without the salary or lunch breakYou’re delegating tasks instead of sharing responsibilityThis episode is your reminder that you don’t have to carry it all alone. Please follow along on instagram and reach out via DM. It would mean the world to us if you comment, like or subscribe to our podcast. It doesn't cost anything but helps us SOOO much :)