Episode notes
Today we’re joined by the incredible Paige Connell, better known as @sheisapaigeturner on Instagram and TikTok, whose honest, relatable voice has helped thousands of people name and navigate the mental load of parenthood and marriage.
Paige is a working mom of four, an advocate for affordable childcare and paid leave, and a powerful voice for parents everywhere. In this episode, we dive into what the mental load really looks like in everyday life, how it impacts relationships, and how it can get even heavier when chronic illness enters the picture.
We talk about:
✨ What “mental load” means and why so many women carry it
✨ How to start sharing the load with your partner without blame
✨ Systems and tools that actually make life feel lighter
✨ How Paige protects her mental energy and avoids burnout
Keywords
Mental Load in MotherhoodMarriage and Mental Load ConversationsPaige Turner Podcast InterviewHonest Conversations About MotherhoodInvisible Work in RelationshipsRelatable Mom ContentEmotional Labor in MarriageMotherhood and Marriage BalanceParenting and Mental Load TipsPodcast About Motherhood Struggles