# 102. Burnout in Motherhood: Signs, Hormones & How Moms Recover (Psychiatrist Explains)

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Podcast: [Nutrition for Mamas](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nutrition-for-mamas-6782582)
Published: 2026-02-03T13:15:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thepostpartumreset.podbean.com/e/102-burnout-as-a-mom-what-really-helps/
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## Resource

Are you a mom who feels exhausted, overwhelmed, and mentally drained… even when your baby is sleeping? You are not lazy. You are not broken. And this is not “just motherhood.” In this episode of Nutrition for Mamas, postpartum dietitian and lactation counselor Brooke Miller interviews board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Stefanie Reinald to unpack what burnout in motherhood really looks like, how it differs from postpartum depression and anxiety, and why so many moms feel depleted years after having a baby. We cover:• Signs of mom burnout vs postpartum depression• Why nutrient depletion after pregnancy makes exhaustion worse• Hormone shifts after birth that impact mood, focus, and energy• Iron deficiency, vitamin D, and under-eating postpartum• Why ADHD is often diagnosed after motherhood• The mental load of modern moms• Working moms vs stay at home moms and burnout risk• Why “pushing harder” makes things worse• Simple ways to feel like yourself again without optimizing your life to death Dr. Reinald shares clinical insight from working with thousands of women plus her own experience as a mom of four navigating postpartum mental health, career pressure, and identity loss. If you’ve ever thought: “I shouldn’t feel this tired.”“I used to handle more than this.”“I love my kids but I feel empty.” This episode will change how you see your body, brain, and season of life. 🎧 Part 2 covers intuitive eating, weight loss after baby, and finding balance without dieting 📍 Connect with Dr. Stefanie Reinald: Websites: https://www.stefanireinoldmd.com/ http://www.wholeheartedpsychiatry.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehormonepsychiatrist ----------------------- Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 💛 Explore all programs and resources: https://linktr.ee…

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