Angela Dube

Moms carry so much burden that’s unspoken, unseen. We are the emotional caretakers of the whole family while also trying to uphold expectations around homelife, work, physical appearance, relationships, and on and on. We carry the pressure of making sure everyone gets what they need, that nothing is forgotten, without getting what we need. We manage the impossible task of shielding our families from the harms of the world while also preparing them for it. All while trying to keep our own sanity. Then something big happens: job loss, family illness, mental health challenges, divorce or relationship issues, death of a loved one, a traumatic event. Yet we still keep going. Doing it all. We feel like we HAVE to do all these things or everything will fall apart. Something bad will happen. Our kids will suffer. It's time to put down the load. When moms feel lighter, families thrive.