Mum Burnout Isn't Normal | Dr Hilary Claire

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Mum burnout is common, but it isn't normal. Clinical psychologist Dr Hilary Claire is a holistic parenting mentor, author, host of the Wild and Well podcast and mum of two. She thought she'd breeze through motherhood. Instead it hit her hard.

Rita and Hilary talk about what burnout really looks like, from mum rage and brain fog to feeling wired but tired. Hilary explains why so many mums end up depleted: too little sleep, low nutrients, poor gut health and living in emergency mode. She shares small, doable steps to recover from burnout, plus the simple nervous system reset she uses herself.

Then they turn to picky eaters. Hilary explains why a toddler won't eat certain foods, from zinc levels and oral motor skills to primitive reflexes and gut health. She also explains why your own calm at the table matters more than you'd think.

In this episode, we discuss: What mum burnout looks like, from anxiety and mum rage to brain fog

Why the belief that mums can do it all keeps us depleted

How poor sleep, low nutrients and constant stress drive burnout

Why me time isn't staying up late after the kids are asleep

How to recover from burnout by starting with one doable step

Why scrolling your phone isn't a real break for your nervous system

Stress relief for mums: micro pauses and stepping outside

Gut health, bone broth and why stress stops you absorbing nutrients

A quick nervous system reset for when everything feels urgent

Self care for busy mums and asking what the vibrant version of you would choose

Why a picky eater toddler might be low in zinc or have retained reflexes

How your calm at mealtimes helps picky eaters and emotional regulation

Mentioned in this episode: Dr Hilary's Picky Eating Guide: https://www.drhilaryclaire.com/offers/AU5Sf56A Dr Hilary's books: https://www.drhilaryclaire.com/books Wild and Well podcast: https://www.drhilaryclaire.com/podcast

Connect with Hilary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhilaryclaire/ Website: https://www.drhilaryclaire.com

Connect with Rita: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winewithwitapodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WineWithWitapodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2igo4o3aDACW150Al0aLr1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/wine-with-wita-speech-pathology-parenting-support/id1743156009 Website: https://www.rsspeechpathology.com.au/ Connection Creates Communication waitlist: https://wine-with-wita.kit.com/connection-waitlist Wita's Weekly Wecap (newsletter): https://wine-with-wita.kit.com/09e84e6753

Wine with Wita is Australia's leading podcast for parents navigating life with children with communication difficulties, disabilities and additional support needs. Hosted by Rita Shamoun, speech pathologist and founder of RS Speech Pathology.

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The purpose of this podcast is to provide information. You must not rely on the information on this podcast as an alternative to speech and language therapy. You must always consult with a Speech Pathologist, GP and/or paediatrician if you have any concerns about your child's communication and/development