Musings of a Geriatric Mama!
Who am I now that I’m a mother? How do I find myself again after such a major identity shift? Can I recover from burnout, navigate this new season with grace, and rediscover my purpose beyond motherhood?
Musings of a Geriatric Mama is a heartfelt podcast for ambitious women navigating motherhood in their 30s, 40s and beyond. Hosted by Kedna Amey, APRN, the show shares real stories, expert insights, and honest conversations about pregnancy, postpartum, identity, wellness, faith, entrepreneurship, burnout, purpose, and balancing motherhood with ambition.
this is the space for high-achieving women who are ready to PIVOT with purpose, navigate life’s transitions with less burnout, reconnect with themselves mind, body and soul, and create a fulfilling life that honors both the woman they were and the woman they were always destined to be.
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Musings of a Geriatric Mama!
Affirmations for "Bad Moms"
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In this episode of Musings of a Geriatric Mama, host Kedna Amey discusses the challenges of motherhood, particularly the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers, especially high-achieving women. She emphasizes the importance of reframing negative thoughts and recognizing the invisible mental load that mothers carry. Kedna encourages listeners to embrace self-compassion and to understand that perfection is not the standard. The conversation highlights the need for community support and the power of affirmations in overcoming feelings of inadequacy.
Takeaways
A lot of us feel like we're failing in motherhood.
High-achieving women often carry unrealistic expectations of perfection.
Motherhood can be overwhelming due to the invisible mental load.
It's important to reframe thoughts about our worth as mothers.
Perfectionism can chip away at our spirit as mothers.
We need to embrace self-compassion and grace.
Community support is vital for mothers.
Our children see us as heroes, even when we don't see it ourselves.
We are capable of creating a legacy of love and hope.
Every day is a new opportunity for growth and change.
Sound Bites
"You're doing phenomenal."
"You are a vessel creating legacy."
"You are capable. You are loved."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Motherhood and Perfectionism
05:50
The Invisible Mental Load of Motherhood
11:32
Reframing Thoughts on Motherhood
16:44
Embracing Self-Compassion and Community Support
Bible verse References:
Romans 8:37 "overcoming"
Proverbs 31: 10 - "More precious than rubies"
Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ"
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motherhood, perfectionism, mental load, self-compassion, parenting, women empowerment, intrusive thoughts, community support, motherhood journey, emotional well-being
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