The Holiday Compromise That’s Secretly Burning Anxious Mums Out

The Holiday Compromise That’s Secretly Burning Anxious Mums Out

The Holiday Compromise That’s Secretly Burning Anxious Mums OutEmma Reed
Published on: 15/12/2025

Many mums twist themselves into knots at Christmas trying to please everyone. In this episode, learn why holiday compromises lead to burnout and how to make confident decisions for your family.

Holiday Expectations
When Everyone Else's Christmas Makes You Question Your Own

When Everyone Else's Christmas Makes You Question Your Own

When Everyone Else's Christmas Makes You Question Your OwnEmma Reed
Published on: 10/12/2025

A grounded podcast for mums feeling Christmas pressure. Learn how to stop comparing, set boundaries, and create a calm, connected holiday for your family.

Holiday Expectations
When Christmas Activities Go Wrong With Kids (And Why It Isn’t Your Fault)

When Christmas Activities Go Wrong With Kids (And Why It Isn’t Your Fault)

When Christmas Activities Go Wrong With Kids (And Why It Isn’t Your Fault)Emma Reed
Published on: 01/12/2025

Why do Christmas activities with kids so often explode into chaos? Therapist Emma Reed shares a relatable story involving moon sand, sensory play, and shattered expectations — and explains how mums can stay calm using the Repair, Respect, Respond framework.

Holiday Expectations
The Real Reason Mornings Feel So Hard (and What to Do After You Snap)

The Real Reason Mornings Feel So Hard (and What to Do After You Snap)

The Real Reason Mornings Feel So Hard (and What to Do After You Snap)Emma Reed
Published on: 19/11/2025

A powerful reflection on why mums slip from chaos into performance — and how to return to truth, respect, and repair. Learn what really happens beneath the fear of judgement, and how to reconnect with your child after a hard morning.

When Parenting Gets Hard