Mom Says Conversations With School Mom Friends Feel Like A Competition Over Milestones, Admitting “I Leave Those Hangouts More Drained Than Before”
A mother recently opened up about feeling emotionally exhausted after spending time with other school moms, sharing that conversations often devolve into subtle competitions about whose child has hit which milestone first. What should feel like supportive community time instead leaves her feeling drained and inadequate, as casual catchups transform into performances of parenting success. … Read more