194- Thriving in the Chaos of Motherhood (Without Losing Yourself)

Motherhood can feel beautiful, overwhelming, exhausting, fulfilling, and chaotic — often all at once. So many moms are carrying the mental load of everyone around them while quietly feeling disconnected from themselves, their bodies, and their own needs. In this episode, Dr. Des opens up about the reality of modern motherhood, the nervous system overload so many women are living in, and what it actually looks like to support yourself without guilt in the middle of the chaos. This is not about being the “perfect mom.” It’s about learning how to stay connected to yourself while caring for everyone else. In This Episode, We Explore: The invisible mental load many moms carry Why motherhood can feel so overstimulating and exhausting How stress impacts the nervous system, core, and pelvic floor The connection between burnout and body symptoms Small ways to reconnect with yourself throughout the day Releasing guilt around movement, rest, boundaries, and asking for help What “thriving” in motherhood actually means Why This Matters So many women believe they are failing when really… they are simply overloaded. Your body was never meant to function under constant stress without support. Breathwork, movement, strength, boundaries, nervous system regulation, and moments of connection all matter — not just for your health, but for your ability to show up fully in your life. This is also why my work has never been just about pelvic floors — it’s about helping women feel strong, connected, and supported in every season of life. Inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App and RESTORE, women receive tools and guidance that support both physical healing and nervous system resilience. ✨ Learn more here: https://balancedmomtality.com/the-app If this episode resonated with you, send it to a mom who needs the reminder that she doesn’t have to do everything alone 💛   Want a Guided Healing and Rehab Program to Help You Reconnect and RESTORE? If you’re ready to rebuild your core and pelvic floor with a structured, step-by-step plan, check out RESTORE, my 12-week pelvic floor and core rehabilitation program inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App. Inside RESTORE you’ll learn how to: ✔ release tension and improve mobility ✔ reconnect breath and pelvic floor coordination ✔ strengthen your core safely ✔ progress back to lifting, running, and higher-impact activities All with guided lessons, workouts, and support from a pelvic floor physical therapist. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  JOIN NOW AND SAVE %50!! https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/ap