117. Motherhood: Expectations vs. Reality

We all had those picture-perfect ideas of motherhood before kids came along—organic snacks, spotless houses, calm voices, magical family moments. And then… reality showed up with sticky fingers, tantrums in Target, and chicken nuggets on repeat.

In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I take a hilarious and honest look at the gap between how we thought motherhood would be and how it actually is. From Pinterest parties gone wrong to the car that now doubles as a Goldfish crumb factory, this episode is packed with relatable stories and laugh-out-loud “expectation vs. reality” moments.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

• Why Pinterest Mom was a fantasy (and how Costco cake saves the day)
• Calm Mom vs. Real Mom when toddlers test every ounce of patience
• The myth of the perfectly clean, Instagram-worthy house
• Social media’s highlight reel vs. the messy, beautiful real life
• Quick-fire “expectation vs. reality” one-liners that every mom will nod along to
• How letting go of perfection gives us space for connection

Motherhood isn’t about the perfect party, the spotless kitchen, or the calm response every time. It’s about duct-taped chairs, lopsided birthday cakes, messy family photos, and kids who feel deeply loved in the middle of the chaos.

📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-K

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