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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 5 MIN

Episode 1: Why It Feels This Hard (Because It Is)

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Welcome to the very first episode of Breakroom Mom. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at a job that was supposed to come "naturally," this episode is for you. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast and tackling the big question: Why does parenting feel so much harder for us than it did for the generations before? We’re diving into the unique pressures Millennials and Gen Z face—from the digital overload of "perfect" parenting to the lack of a traditional village. Grab your coffee (even if it’s cold) and join me in the breakroom.

Welcome to the very first episode of Breakroom Mom. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at a job that was supposed to come "naturally," this episode is for you. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast and tackling the big question: Why does parenting feel so much harder for us than it did for the generations before? We’re diving into the unique pressures Millennials and Gen Z face—from the digital overload of "perfect" parenting to the lack of a traditional village. Grab your coffee (even if it’s cold) and join me in the breakroom.

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