EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 26 MIN
Managing Holiday stress
from wellbeing4mothers · host Dr Dunni
Holiday stress often lands hardest on mothers, not because we can’t handle it, but because we carry too much of it silently. Managing the season well starts with intention; choosing what matters, communicating clearly, sharing responsibility, and protecting your emotional energy. When a mother leads with clarity instead of exhaustion, the entire family dynamic becomes calmer, more cooperative, and more meaningful.Key TakeawaysPrioritise what truly mattersDefine your top holiday values early and let go of traditions or expectations that don’t serve them.Say it out loud, earlyClear communication about capacity, needs, and flexibility prevents resentment and last-minute stress.Share responsibility, not just choresHand over full ownership of tasks to reduce mental overload and create real partnership.Set boundaries without guiltHealthy limits around time, energy, and family dynamics protect your wellbeing and strengthen relationships.CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA Ig- https://www.instagram.com/drdunni.lifecoach/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9C1oJwHyISEuqiX8USaYKgCH- https://www.clubhouse.com/@drdunni-druwaFB- https://www.facebook.com/druwaacademyTwitter- https://twitter.com/drdunniPatreon - https://patreon.com/wellbeing4mothers HOST BIOYour host, Dr Dunni, is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a Super Mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in applying natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain practical ways and strategies in simple terms that promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit, and prevent ill health. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more at https://www.drdunni.com
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Holiday stress often lands hardest on mothers, not because we can’t handle it, but because we carry too much of it silently. Managing the season well starts with intention; choosing what matters, communicating clearly, sharing responsibility, and protecting your emotional energy. When a mother leads with clarity instead of exhaustion, the entire family dynamic becomes calmer, more cooperative, and more meaningful.Key TakeawaysPrioritise what truly mattersDefine your top holiday values early and let go of traditions or expectations that don’t serve them.Say it out loud, earlyClear communication about capacity, needs, and flexibility prevents resentment and last-minute stress.Share responsibility, not just choresHand over full ownership of tasks to reduce mental overload and create real partnership.Set boundaries without guiltHealthy limits around time, energy, and family dynamics protect your wellbeing and strengthen relationships.CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA Ig- https://www.instagram.com/drdunni.lifecoach/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9C1oJwHyISEuqiX8USaYKgCH- https://www.clubhouse.com/@drdunni-druwaFB- https://www.facebook.com/druwaacademyTwitter- https://twitter.com/drdunniPatreon - https://patreon.com/wellbeing4mothers HOST BIOYour host, Dr Dunni, is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a Super Mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in applying natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain practical ways and strategies in simple terms that promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit, and prevent ill health. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more at https://www.drdunni.com
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