Why the holidays are hard for moms & what to do about it

The Boss Mom Podcast

The holiday season is often a time for joy and connection, but for many moms, it’s also a source of overwhelming holiday stress. In this heartfelt episode, Dana Malstaff dives deep into the challenges moms face during the holiday season and why it often feels like more of a burden than a blessing. Dana shares her personal experiences as a mom, including the invisible labor of coordinating holiday logistics, managing family dynamics, and the emotional toll of trying to "do it all." She also offers a safe space to acknowledge the tough realities of the holiday season while giving listeners permission to feel and process their emotions without judgment. Key talking points in this episode:

• Why the holiday season amplifies holiday stress for moms
• The cultural and family pressures moms face during the holidays
• The emotional weight of balancing holiday traditions with everyday responsibilities
• Practical advice for simplifying your holiday season and setting boundaries
• How Boss Mom is creating a space for moms to feel seen, supported, and validated

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of the holiday season, this episode is for you. Plus, Dana introduces the new Boss Mom Holiday Survey, a unique opportunity to share your experiences and help shape future resources for moms navigating holiday stress. 👉 Take the survey at boss-mom.com/holidaysurvey Tune in for an honest, compassionate conversation about what it really means to navigate the holiday season as a mom. You’re not alone, and your experiences matter.