Why does modern motherhood feel so overwhelming, even when you’re doing everything right?

In this episode of The Night Feed, I explore the growing impact of the attention economy on mums, and why today’s mothers are experiencing a level of mental load, overstimulation and pressure like never before.

From endless scrolling during night feeds to constant comparison and parenting advice online, it’s easy to feel like you’re always “on” and never quite enough.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why motherhood feels more mentally exhausting in the digital age
• The impact of social media on postpartum mental health and comparison
• What the “attention economy” actually means for mums
• Why overstimulation is one of the biggest hidden struggles of motherhood
• The shift away from sharing children online and “sharenting fatigue”
• How to feel calmer, more present and less overwhelmed

Plus:

• A listener story: “Baby Monitor Fail” — a toe-curling moment every mum will fear (and laugh at)
• A feel-good email on finding small, realistic ways to rebuild maternal self-image
• This week’s trending topic: why influencers are stepping back from sharing their children
• A simple self-care tip to help quiet a busy mind

If you’ve ever felt overstimulated, exhausted, or like you’re constantly comparing yourself to other mums online, this episode will remind you that you are not alone, and you are not failing.

Because you were never meant to compete with an algorithm!

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