The Invisible Load of Motherhood

Episode #2 The mental load of motherhood is the invisible work involved in managing a household and family, often referred to as cognitive labor.  This is not just physical tasks, but overseeing tasks, delegating, scheduling and following up. "Mental Load" has become a bit of a buzzword lately in society as we realize the importance of the invisible jobs that mothers traditionally take on whether they work outside the house or not.  Vanessa and Becca discuss what this can look like in different household situations and what you can do about it.   We laugh and joke but also have real-life advice for you to manage that invisible load and hopefully make it a little lighter.  sources4 things I would tell my younger self about marriage You are enough working momThe part of a mom's mental load we don't talk about  Connect with ABQ Mom In PersonIt’s no secret that this motherhood journey is unique, and having people to turn to, talk to, and share experiences with can make all the difference in the world. If you’re new to the area, new to being a mom, or just want a way to connect with others close to where you live, join one of ABQ Mom’s groups.ABQ Mom’s Community & Conversation Group is an online (private) Facebook group that allows moms to connect, ask questions (mommy or non-mommy related), discuss local happenings, and attend events like playdates and meet-ups.We also have a very active book club and a fitness group.For moms not on Facebook, there’s an email list to keep them up-to-date on all the event dates and locations.Recommendations from the EpisodeManaging Leadership AnxietyCrime Junkies PodcastThe Bear Connect with NM Momcast on Social MediaInstagram Facebook