When Everyone Else's Christmas Makes You Question Your Own
This episode is for every mum who’s felt the December pressure rising — the school events, the Instagram-perfect traditions, the comparison with other families, and that nagging question:
“Am I doing enough for my children this Christmas?”
Today we explore why these thoughts show up, why so many mums feel overstretched at this time of year, and how to shift from external expectations to intentional choices that genuinely support you and your family.
In this episode, we cover:
✨ The subtle pressure to say yes to everything
✨ How Instagram and school culture quietly fuel comparison
✨ Why participation can replace presence without you realising
✨ What children actually need during an overstimulating season
✨ The family tradition trap — and how to release what no longer fits
✨ Why “everyone else is doing it” is never a solid reason
✨ What it looks like to make choices from clarity instead of fear
✨ The 4-step framework to create a Christmas that feels grounded and good:
1. Recognise the external pressures
2. Weigh up what’s right for your family
3. Joyfully embrace what aligns with your values
4. Confidently let go of what’s too much
Your children don’t need you to keep up with other families.
They don’t need matching pyjamas, elaborate outings, or elf acrobatics.
They need you — present, calm, connected.
✨ The Calm Mum Reset
If you want practical, therapeutically-informed tools to help you navigate December without losing yourself, you can get The Calm Mum Reset — a simple guide with 5 tools to help you shift from overwhelm to ownership.
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