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Experiencing ‘mom guilt’? You’re not alone…


by IMAGE
19th Sep 2022

'Mom guilt' is a feeling common for many mothers and carers. Coach Laura Guckian advises it is based on a negative story we tell ourselves about who we are and our ability as a mom or carer.

‘Mom guilt’ is a feeling that is common to so many women. Ninety-five per cent of my Instagram followers said that they experience mom guilt on a daily basis and have done so for 12 months or more. When we experience this guilt on a regular basis over the long term it can have a number of impacts including:  Reducing our confidence Impacting our ability to make the decision that is right for us Contribute...

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