Armpit Meets Butt: What Real Mom Life is Embracing Imperfection & Failing Forward

In this candid and relatable episode of the You’re Mom Enough podcast, "Armpit Meets Butt: What Real Mom Life Is," hosts Shawna and Cara open up about their most memorable "epic fails" as mothers. 

From the universal struggle of forgetting essential items like diapers an hour away from civilization to the emotional rollercoaster of breastfeeding challenges and unexpected baby rashes due to last-minute diaper choices, they share stories that every mom can relate to.

The conversation goes beyond just recounting humorous mishaps; it delves into the profound realization that these moments aren't failures but crucial learning experiences that shape you into the mom your family needs you to be. 

Shawna and Cara emphasize the importance of self-compassion and giving yourself grace in a world where moms often feel immense pressure to be perfect. 

They highlight how crucial non-judgmental friendships are in providing support and perspective, and they challenge the societal notion that mistakes devalue you as a parent.

This episode serves as a powerful reminder that confidence is a practice, not a destination, and that the real work of motherhood is becoming whole while raising tiny humans. 

It encourages listeners to shift their focus from striving for an unattainable perfection to embracing presence, persistence, and even laughter in the face of imperfection. 

Discover how prioritizing your own well-being and personal growth, even in small ways, is not selfish but essential for both you and your children.

TLFMTR (Too LONG for Mom to read):

• Understanding "failing forward" as a means of growth in motherhood.
  
  

• Personal stories of common mom challenges, including forgetting diapers and breastfeeding difficulties.
  
  

• Strategies for practicing self-grace and overcoming feelings of inadequacy as a mom.
  
  

• The transformative power of supportive, non-judgmental mom friendships.
  
  

• Rejecting the pursuit of perfectionism in favor of presence and authentic growth.
  
  

• Integrating self-care and personal development into daily mom life.
  
  

You’re Mom Enough!  Every messy step is a part of your beautiful journey of becoming.

Did this episode leave you laughing at your own mom missteps? 

Want to continue the conversation with a group of moms who get it?

See you there!

Shawna & Cara