Sharing the Mental Load with Paige Connell

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Written By Erin Spahr (she/her)
 

Paige Connell⁠ is a working mother of four who is dedicated to sharing her experiences of motherhood, the mental load and career on social media. Her goal is to help women put words to their experiences so that they are better able to communicate with their partners to have healthier and happier lives. She raises awareness about the mental load of motherhood and advocates for equitable relationships within couples. Additionally, Paige is a passionate advocate for affordable and accessible childcare options, working to make family life more manageable for all.

Paige and Erin discuss the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, the impact of gender norms on domestic labor, and the mental load.

Follow Paige on Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/sheisapaigeturner/⁠

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Learn more about Erin Spahr:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠erinspahrtherapy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Please note: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content shared here is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This page may contain affiliate links.

Please note: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content shared here is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This page may contain affiliate links.

 
Erin Spahr (she/her)

Erin Spahr is a licensed therapist, mother, intersectional feminist, podcast host, and maternal mental health advocate. Erin uses a feminist lens in her work with mothers and strives to help mothers free themselves from oppressive societal expectations and find more self-confidence and self-compassion.

She hosts the Feminist Mom Podcast where she discusses the intersection of feminism and motherhood with inspiring guests. Erin recently launched the Inclusive Provider Directory, a directory that serves as a vital link connecting mothers, birthing individuals, and families in the United States and Canada with perinatal providers who prioritize inclusivity and identity-affirming care.

Erin sees clients in her private practice (available to folks in North Carolina and Maryland). She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband and two kids.

https://www.erinspahrtherapy.com
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