Supermom Myth: The True Cost of the Mental Load with Stacy McCann

Are you tired of being told you can “do it all” — and somehow feel like you’re still falling short? In this episode, therapist and mom Stacy McCann joins Emily to unpack the Supermom Myth and reveal the invisible forces that leave so many mothers burned out and overwhelmed.

They talk about:

• The truth about the mental load and why it’s rarely acknowledged
• How patriarchal systems and internalized pressure fuel mom guilt
• Why the glorification of the “Supermom” ideal is actually harming women
• The role of social media, pandemic parenting, and generational messaging
• Tangible steps moms can take to reclaim rest, agency, and support

Whether you’re in the thick of toddlerhood, navigating co-parenting, or simply questioning how motherhood became so unsustainable — you are not alone. This conversation will leave you feeling seen, validated, and more empowered to challenge impossible expectations.

🔗 Connect with Stacy:

Instagram: @stacymccannlsw
Website: www.presentmomentcs.com

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