Mom Guilt: Balancing Academics and Summer Fun
Description
In this week's episode of the Mom Guilt podcast, co-hosts Elizabeth and Stephanie share their personal struggles and guilt around summer academics for their kids. As moms with multiple children, they discuss the pressure they feel to ensure their kids' academic progress during the summer break while also wanting them to enjoy their childhood and have fun.
Elizabeth opens up about her eight-year-old daughter's health issues and her difficult decision to remove gluten from her diet, causing emotional challenges for both mom and daughter. Stephanie shares her experience homeschooling and the guilt she faced when her planned summer academic activities didn't go as expected.
Both co-hosts delve into the complexities of mom guilt and the tendency to compare themselves to others. They emphasize the importance of seeking God's perspective and understanding that their identity as moms is not defined by their children's academic achievements.
Throughout the episode, they remind listeners that both work and rest come from the Lord, and it's essential to find a balance between academics and allowing their kids to enjoy their summer break. They encourage moms to focus on their heart posture, motives, and why they make certain decisions regarding summer academics.
The episode concludes with a call for listeners to share their mom guilt struggles, allowing the hosts to address specific topics and questions in future episodes. The Mom Guilt podcast aims to create a supportive community for moms navigating the challenges of motherhood with a gospel-centered approach.
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