S1 Ep16: When Joy Feels Out of Reach in Motherhood (and How to Find It Again)

Send us Fan MailDo you love your kids but secretly struggle to enjoy motherhood? You’re not alone. In this honest episode of The Nurture Network, parent coach Jess Baldenhofer dives deep into why motherhood can feel so heavy—even when you love your child fiercely.You’ll learn what’s really happening in your nervous system when parenting feels overwhelming, how childhood conditioning and “performing for love” patterns disconnect you from joy, and how your kids can actually become your teachers in emotional regulation. Jess shares relatable mom-life stories, nervous system science, and powerful tools to help you move from survival mode to presence, connection, and real joy.If you’ve ever thought, “Why don’t I enjoy motherhood the way I thought I would?”—this episode will help you find your way back to yourself.Before you goIf this episode met you somewhere real, follow The Nurture Network so the next one finds you too.Reviews are how other mothers find this work. If you have thirty seconds to leave one, it matters more than you'd think.And if a mom you love came to mind while you listened, send this her way. That is how this work travels.Ways to work with me:If this episode resonated, I'd love to support you.• Start with a Free Parent Reset Call to talk through what's feeling hard and determine the best next step. • Learn more about Groundwork: The Foundational Coaching Experience for Aligned Motherhood, my signature coaching experience for mothers who want to parent with more confidence, connection, and intention.Explore everything at: www.mothernurturecoaching.comFollow along on Instagram: @mothernurturecoachingYou deserve to be nurtured. 🌸