Feeling Emotional on Your Child's Birthday

Do you feel emotional, heavy, or unexpectedly sad around your child’s birthday? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this episode, I talk about the complex, tender feelings many mothers experience around their children’s birthdays: joy and gratitude, yes — but also grief, nostalgia, exhaustion, and even sadness. This emotional wave is rarely talked about — especially when it’s not our birthday, but our child’s. And yet, so many mothers feel it deeply: The end of a baby chapter The challenge of letting go The invisible labor of making birthdays magical The longing to be seen, acknowledged, and held 🎧 This episode is here to normalize those feelings and to give you permission to feel whatever is coming up. You’ll also hear about a beautiful little practice you can do before or on your child’s birthday — to honor yourself, your journey, and the love you pour into motherhood. 💛 And starting June 18, 2025, you can also listen to a free guided meditation for mothers on their child’s birthday on Insight Timer. I created it just for you. Whether you’re preparing for your child’s birthday or still feeling tender after it — this is your space to exhale. — 🧘‍♀️ Free Meditation on Insight Timer (from June 18): “Birthing Day Meditation” https://insighttimer.com/doulajohanna Follow for more reflections, meditations, and support for mothers: Instagram: @doulajohanna Website: doulajohanna.com Please share this episode with a mother who might need it today.