# E112: Burnt out but laughing because, December.

An episode of [Growing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1651577229), 2 Dec 2025, 40 min.

Audio: https://anchor.fm/s/bfc0bf24/podcast/play/112013884/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-2%2Fe018bfb1-1e3e-d904-c5d2-1e0f7f1f6eec.mp3

This week we’re diving deeper into an ongoing growing pain with Beth - one sparked by a quote she stumbled across on Emma Morris Instagram about how burnout and motherhood can collide in a big and overwhelming way. Together, the girls tease out what might be fueling the fire: • the relentless societal expectations placed on mothers • the invisible load of flurrying, scurrying, and holding everything together It’s reflective, heartfelt and deeply validating for anyone who feels stretched thin during this season. Meanwhile, Lil is feeling a little lonesome. Her husband is deep in silly-season festivities (every day and night) while she’s home picking up the pieces - and honestly, where are the Christmas parties for the mums?! R&R (Recipe & Recommendation) Beth’s Picks Recipe: A family favourite: this delicious, quick and comforting Sweet Chilli Chicken & Cashew Stir-Fry — perfect for weeknights. Try it here Recommendation: A beautiful round-up of local small businesses to shop this Christmas: Lauren Sissons Studio – Art prints, wall stickers & kids card gamesRommer – Beautiful tableware for kidsKick Brick – Construction toys for kidsMaynetic – Magnetic boards & toysMum Club – The BEST caps for mums, dads, aunties & unclesYour local bookshop – Always a perfect choiceDesign Planner Kids – Personalised reusable colouring matsTara Treasures – High-quality felt toysSound Slam – Card game for family funDays In The Sand – Bright wetsuits for kids Lil’s Picks Recipe: A delicious and versatile Beef Brisket from Boob to Food — tender, comforting and so good. Get the recipe here Recommendation: Inspired by a fortune cookie that read: “You deserve a rest. Relax and watch a movie.” So we’re passing that on to all of you — consider this your official sign to pause. Make it a Christmas movie… or don’t. Whatever tickles your pickle.

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