Handling Mom Guilt Without Losing Yourself

Welcome to The Consult a Counselor Series, a special segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast. Join therapist and host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman, LPC, NCC, as she answers real-life parenting questions to help you find your calm in the chaos of parenting—and not lose your, well… you know.TODAY'S QUESTION:"How do I handle the guilt of missing important moments because of work and the feeling of overwhelm from being a working mom?"As a working mom, it’s easy to feel pulled in a million directions—trying to be present at work, at home, and somehow still take care of yourself. The guilt of missing milestones, the pressure to “do it all,” and the constant feeling of never enough can be overwhelming. But here’s the truth: You don’t have to lose yourself in the process.In this episode, Vanessa shares practical strategies to help you manage mom guilt, redefine what it means to be “present,” and let go of unrealistic expectations. Because being a great mom and pursuing your goals are not mutually exclusive.TUNE IN TO LEARN:Why working mom guilt is so common—and how to shift your mindsetHow to focus on quality over quantity in your time with your kidsThe importance of setting realistic expectations (and letting go of perfection!)How to set boundaries at work and home to reduce overwhelmWhy giving yourself grace is one of the best things you can do for your familyREFERENCED LINK:Amiga Moms: www.amigamoms.comTAKEAWAY MESSAGE:Mom guilt is real, but it doesn’t have to run the show. You’re teaching your kids resilience, independence, and the value of hard work—and you’re still a loving, present mother. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s presence in the moments that matter.Listen in, and remember... you’re always free to be mindful!Send us Fan MailSupport the showGRAB AN OFFER🎁 Free Resource: 120 Coping Skills: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills💛 Coaching for the Mom CEO: https://www.amigamoms.com💡 Coaching for Child Therapists: https://www.thekidclinician.com/💚 Coaching & Community for Latinx Therapists: https://www.latinxpracticecollective.com/ABOUT MEI'm Vanessa, the therapist who helps high-achieving adults become the best version of themselves, not just at work, but in the rooms that matter most. I host the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, named the #1 Latino Mental Health Podcast in 2026 by Feedspot. I believe the people who give everything to everyone else deserve to stop surviving and start living intentionally.CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL🎧 Podcast: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselorvdejesus/📋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/counselorvdejesus/🎤 Speaking & Workshops: https://www.freetobemindful.com/speakingDISCLAIMERFree to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed...