The Myth of the Perfect Mom: Exclusive Interview with Erin Schlozman

Most moms feel like they’re expected to do it all perfectly — but Erin Schlozman’s story and insight reveal why that’s a dangerous myth. In this candid episode, Erin shares how postpartum anxiety tipped her into a mission to dismantle society’s impossible standards for mothers. From her personal journey navigating postpartum struggles to her groundbreaking work in maternal mental health, she exposes how societal expectations stoke guilt, shame, and overwhelm — often without us even realizing it.You'll discover how cultural myths around motherhood — like the myth of perfection or the “supermom” standard — keep us stuck in exhaustion and self-judgment. Erin unpacks how these myths develop from past generations and media portrayals, and explains why recognizing these stories is the first step toward genuine freedom. She shares powerful frameworks from her upcoming book, The Myth of the Perfect Mom, to help you reframe your story and embrace the messy, beautiful reality of motherhood. Whether it’s intrusive thoughts, mom guilt, or societal pressure, Erin offers practical tools for normalizing these experiences and releasing shame.Read Erin's exclusive interview in Mothered Magazine: https://www.motheredmagazine.com/the-magazine/spring-2026-issue Connect with Erin: https://www.instagram.com/4th.trimester.wellness/https://www.erinschlozman.com/Connect with Alexa: https://www.instagram.com/alexa.starks/ Follow Mothered Magazine: https://www.instagram.com/mothered.magazine/Want to be featured in the next issue of Mothered? Learn more about feature opportunities here: https://www.motheredmagazine.com/be-featured