Feeling like life is “off” even when everything seems fine? In this episode, I explore why moms of tweens and teens often feel exhausted, resentful, or disconnected—and how awareness of time management, mom guilt, self-care, decision making and life balance can help you find time for yourself without sacrificing your family. I share why small frustrations may actually be messages from your life, how running old decisions on autopilot quietly drains your energy, and why noticing these signs is the first step toward clarity, calm, and balance in this season of motherhood. Cheering you on! Sarah _________________________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: https://westmetromom.com/community

Do you feel exhausted at the end of the day—even when it feels like you didn’t do much? In this episode, I’m sharing the #1 mistake I made as a mom of teens that was quietly stealing my time, energy, and calm—and the simple boundary that helped me finally reclaim my time without guilt.

If you’re a busy mom of tweens or teens who feels stretched thin, constantly managing everyone else’s needs, and struggling to find time for yourself while staying present for your family, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about why what worked when your kids were younger no longer works in this season—and how learning to step back from unnecessary responsibility can actually strengthen your relationship with your kids while helping them grow more independent and confident.

You’ll learn:

• Why moms of teens often feel drained before the day even starts
• How taking on too much impacts your time, energy, and emotional bandwidth
• The mindset shift that helps reduce mom guilt and mental load
• One realistic boundary that supports your kids’ independence and gives you more time for yourself

This episode is part of my mission to help moms of tweens and teens find time clarity, protect their energy, and stay deeply connected to their families—without doing more or overhauling their lives. xo, Sarah ________________________________________________________ Connect with other moms of tweens & teens through the Facebook community -- Time Management for Moms of Tweens and Teens OR subscribe to the weekly newsletter here: www.westmetromom/jointhelist

Are you exhausted all the time but still trying to keep everything together as a mom? If you’re a busy mom of tweens or teens who feels stretched thin, overwhelmed, and guilty for even wanting time for yourself—this episode is for you.

Many moms are told to “practice self-care,” but bubble baths and occasional me-time don’t fix chronic exhaustion, mental overload, or decision fatigue. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 realistic self-care tips for busy moms who want more energy, clarity, and balance without neglecting their family or adding more to their to-do list.

These self-care strategies are designed specifically for moms in the tween and teen years, when life is filled with carpools, sports schedules, emotional support, and constant mental load—but very little margin.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Create sustainable self-care habits that fit real life

• Reclaim time for yourself without guilt

• Reduce overwhelm and mental fatigue

• Feel more present with your family and yourself

No disappearing for hours. No complicated routines. Just small, intentional shifts that help you feel like yourself again—even in a packed season of motherhood.

Grab a notebook and take a deep breath. This episode might feel like permission to finally choose yourself.

Cheering you on, Sarah

________________________________________________ Balanced Mom Life is the go-to podcast for busy moms of tweens and teens who want better time management and life balance.