What makes a Miserable Mum? Is it linked to life satisfaction? If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, carrying the mental load, or struggling to enjoy family life, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie is joined by Alison from Our Neurodiverse Family for an honest conversation about the recent social media trend surrounding "Things we do because we refuse to be Miserable Mum's". This conversation is all about motherhood, parenting, family systems, resentment, unrealistic expectations and the hidden factors that contribute to mum burnout.

Together they explore why so many women feel exhausted by the pressure of being a “good mum” and why the answer isn’t necessarily becoming a better parent - it’s identifying what actually matters, letting go of what doesn’t, and redesigning the systems that are creating friction in everyday family life.

Topics discussed include:

• The mental load of motherhood

• Family dinners and parenting expectations

• Mum guilt and resentment

• Family systems that reduce overwhelm

• Neurodivergent families and practical supports

• Teaching kids independence and life skills

• Fend For Yourself Dinner (FFYD)

• Letting go of perfectionism

• Finding more joy and life satisfaction as a parent

Whether you’re navigating motherhood, parenting neurodivergent children, feeling overwhelmed by family responsibilities, or simply looking for practical ways to make family life feel easier, this episode is packed with relatable stories, permission slips and actionable ideas.

Follow Alison from Our Neurodiverse Family on Instagram here and remember to dm her the wprd BRAINSTORM to secure one of her FREE limited sessions 

Head over to the Our Neurodiverse Website here for more info 

 

If you enjoyed this episode, you’ll love Almost Confidential-  The subscriber-only podcast featuring bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes conversations, personal reflections and deeper discussions. Follow Kylie On Instagram via Kylie Lately. 

 

 

 

 

What makes a Miserable Mum? Is it linked to life satisfaction? If you&rsquo;re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, carrying the mental load, or struggling to enjoy family life, this episode is for you.
In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie is joined by Alison from Our Neurodiverse Family for an honest conversation about the recent social media trend surrounding "Things we do because we refuse to be Miserable Mum's". This conversation is all about motherhood, parenting, family systems, resentment, unrealistic expectations and the hidden factors that contribute to mum burnout.
Together they explore why so many women feel exhausted by the pressure of being a &ldquo;good mum&rdquo; and why the answer isn&rsquo;t necessarily becoming a better parent - it&rsquo;s identifying what actually matters, letting go of what doesn&rsquo;t, and redesigning the systems that are creating friction in everyday family life.
Topics discussed include:
&bull; The mental load of motherhood
&bull; Family dinners and parenting expectations
&bull; Mum guilt and resentment
&bull; Family systems that reduce overwhelm
&bull; Neurodivergent families and practical supports
&bull; Teaching kids independence and life skills
&bull; Fend For Yourself Dinner (FFYD)
&bull; Letting go of perfectionism
&bull; Finding more joy and life satisfaction as a parent
Whether you&rsquo;re navigating motherhood, parenting neurodivergent children, feeling overwhelmed by family responsibilities, or simply looking for practical ways to make family life feel easier, this episode is packed with relatable stories, permission slips and actionable ideas.
Follow Alison from Our Neurodiverse Family on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ourneurodiversefamily_/">here</a> and remember to dm her the wprd BRAINSTORM to secure one of her FREE limited sessions&nbsp;
Head over to the Our Neurodiverse Website <a href="https://www.ourndfamily.com/">here </a>for more info&nbsp;
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If you enjoyed this episode, you&rsquo;ll love <a href="https://apple.co/iam">Almost Confidential</a><a href="https://apple.co/iam"> </a>-&nbsp; The subscriber-only podcast featuring bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes conversations, personal reflections and deeper discussions. Follow Kylie On Instagram via Kylie Lately.&nbsp;
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Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It’s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to Almost Confidential for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty is for the woman who feels pulled towards growth- in all areas of life. With honest reflections and thoughtful conversations - Almost Forty dives into the big and small life lessons about love, identity, purpose, motherhood, change and everything that happens when you start prioritising and connecting with yourself. It&rsquo;s heartfelt, relatable and real. Hosted by Kylie Lately- Business Owner, Mentor, Mum and creator of the Almost Confidential series- Kylie uses her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to approach the topics that matter during this stage of life. Subscribe to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089">Almost Confidential</a> for extra unfiltered reflections.

Almost Forty

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.





Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.





We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life. 

I am. with Kylie Lately is the podcast for women who want to know, like, love and value themselves more than ever before.
 
 
Through personal reflections, regular overshares and curious conversations with a variety of guests you will finish each episode feeling like you’ve just had a proper soul catch up with your best friend.
 
 
We take life lessons and turn them into the fuel that fires your one precious life.