513: Just Say ‘No’ to Mom Guilt!

Mom guilt can make even the best moms feel like they’re falling short. In this episode, Karen and Emily talk through the pressures we carry and the expectations we place on ourselves. They offer a practical, biblical perspective to help you recognize what’s true and what isn’t. We hope you walk away encouraged and ready to let go of unnecessary guilt!

Episode Recap:

Intro (00:00)

Supermoms are a modern day myth (2:00)

Stay tuned after the show for Wire Talk+ (6:20)

I have been pregnant or postpartum for the past 4 years, everything feels uphill from here. How does anyone do this? (7:04)

How do I make the transition to being a stay at home mom? (12:42)

My 6 yr old’s incessant talking overwhelms me, help! (15:19)

My fuse is pretty short these days, how do I work on this? (19:20)

Join us for more questions on WT+ - link in show notes! (26:29)

Scripture: Isaiah 40:11 (NIV)

“He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young.”

Discussion Questions:

1. When do you tend to feel mom guilt the most, and what usually triggers it?

2. What expectations are you placing on yourself right now that aren’t necessary or realistic?

3. How can you distinguish between conviction from the Holy Spirit and unnecessary guilt?

4. What is one practical way you can “let go” of guilt this week and focus on what truly matters?

Resources:

- Listen to the rest of our conversation on WT+: boaw.mom/insider

- Go through the Mom Core curriculum as a group or on your own: https://boaw.teachable.com/l/pdp/mom-core-online2

- Grab a copy of Karen’s prayer journal: https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/moments-in-prayer-52-week-prayer-journal?variant=40756095189161

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