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Kayla Huszar on Post-Holiday Mom Life: Navigating Frustrations, Self-Care, and Creative Joy

Let’s talk about that post-holiday emotional hangover we moms face—the one where everything feels simultaneously too much and not enough. Kayla dives into the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood transitions, shedding light on the hidden frustrations bubbling beneath our “I’ve got this” exterior. She’s all about getting real about self-care (spoiler: it’s more than face masks) and leaning into creative expression as a way to reclaim joy and rediscover yourself.

Kayla gently calls out the usual culprits—mom guilt, time constraints, and unrealistic expectations—offering practical ways to embrace your creative spark and meet yourself with compassion, not judgment.

Key Takeaways

• Moms are pros at masking frustrations with a smile, but unacknowledged emotions have a way of sneaking up on us.
• Holiday chaos demands flexibility—and let’s face it, even the best-laid plans go sideways.
• Real self-care isn’t about looking good for the ‘gram; it’s about emotional and mental well-being.
• Creativity isn’t just a luxury; it’s an essential tool for fulfillment and modeling joy for your kids.
• Mom guilt? It’s a liar. Let it go. You deserve time for yourself.
• Small, intentional moments of creativity can lead to big emotional payoffs.
• Treat yourself the way you’d treat your kids—tune into your own needs with love and care.
• Motherhood is full of transitions. Acknowledging them can help ease frustrations and manage expectations.
• Joy and creativity are worth prioritizing—even if the house is a mess.
• Rediscovering your identity as a mom takes intention, patience, and a whole lot of self-compassion.

This is your reminder that you’re more than just a mom. You’re a creative force, even if your medium right now is PB&J sandwiches and bedtime stories.

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Meet Kayla Huszar, the Host of the Chill Like a Mother Podcast

Kayla Huszar is a Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist who helps mothers reconnect with their authentic selves through embodied art-making. She encourages moms to embrace the messy, beautiful realities of their unique motherhood journeys. Whether through the podcast, 1:1 sessions or her signature Motherload Membership, Kayla creates a brave space for mothers to explore their identities beyond parenting, reconnect with their intuition, and find creative outlets for emotional expression and self-discovery.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day—kids running amok and all! If this episode helped you feel a little more chill, please leave a rating or review. Your feedback helps the podcast reach more moms who need to hear it.