McDonalds and car sick kiddos! (00:00), Paige talks about the different standards for moms and dads (3:00), Paige, Cher, and Shelly talk about goal setting with our partners (15:50), and how heavy work load in action is not always visible (24:40)
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Hosts: Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson
Guest: Paige Connell
Producer: Jessica O’Keefe, Breatheasy Productions
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Extended Summary:
In this insightful episode of Creative Mamas Unplugged, hosts Cherice Barton and Shelly Hutchinson sit down with Paige Connell, a passionate advocate for mothers navigating the complexities of the mental and invisible load. As a working mom of four, Paige opens up about her personal experiences and offers a deeply relatable perspective on the unspoken pressures so many women face.
Together, they unpack the weight of societal expectations—how standards differ for mothers versus fathers—and why these differences matter in shaping family dynamics. Paige highlights the importance of conversations between partners, exploring how daily choices, habits, and even the way tasks are done can have a significant impact. She encourages couples to communicate openly about these differences, reframing them as opportunities to support one another rather than sources of tension.
Listeners will gain practical strategies for setting their partners up for success, even when both are working outside the home. Paige’s articulate approach, combined with her thriving online community, provides encouragement and validation for moms everywhere—reminding them that they are not alone in this journey.
This episode blends heartfelt discussions, real-life stories, and actionable tools to help lighten the load of motherhood and create more balanced, supportive partnerships at home.
Bio:
Paige Connell is a working mom of four who knows firsthand what it’s like to carry the mental load and she’s not afraid to talk about it. With a community of over half a million, she puts words to what so many women feel but struggle to express, breaking down the invisible labor of motherhood, marriage, and work. She’s here to help women navigate these conversations, push for real change, and stop carrying it all alone. Paige has created several resources to help understand, navigate, and take action to the mental load of motherhood.
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