Mum Rage: You Are Not Bad For Getting Mad
About this episode
This episode explores the phenomenon of mum rage and the pressures faced by modern mothers.
If you've ever found yourself shouting over something small, only to be overwhelmed with guilt moments later, you're far from alone. In this episode of Parental Control, Ellie Thompson is joined by award-winning journalist and author Lauren Novak to explore one of motherhood's least talked about realities: mum rage. Lauren has spent more than two decades reporting on family life, child safety and social issues, and after becoming a mother herself during the Covid-19 pandemic, she turned her attention to the hidden pressures facing modern mums. In her book Meltdown, she explores what really sits beneath the anger, from the relentless mental load and sleep deprivation to hormones, guilt and the impossible expectations placed on mothers today. Together, Ellie and Lauren discuss why so many mums feel they're constantly on the edge, why maternal anger is still surrounded by shame, and what parents can do to recognise the warning signs before they reach breaking point. If you've ever wondered, "Why am I so angry all the time?" this honest and reassuring conversation is for you. Email us at info@mybaba.com Follow us on Instagram @mybabainsta and @mybabagram Show notes Mum Rage Survey…
People in this episode
Host: Ellie Thompson
Guest: Lauren Novak
Topics covered
- mum rage
- motherhood
- mental load
- parenting challenges
- emotional health
Keywords
- mum rage
- motherhood
- anger
- guilt
- parenting
- mental health
- expectations
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: My Baba
Books & works: Meltdown
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