# 94 | Why You're Always Tired as a Mom: 4 Root Causes of Fatigue That Have Nothing to Do With Sleep

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Published: 2026-04-06T06:05:00+00:00
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Are you exhausted no matter how much sleep you get? You're not imagining it, and it's not your fault.If you're a postpartum mom, busy working momma, or an active woman who is doing all the things and still running on empty, this episode is for you. Sports dietitian, strength coach, and postpartum wellness expert, Val Warner, breaks down the 4 root causes of mom fatigue that most doctors completely miss, and none of them are "just sleep more."Using a functional medicine lens, Val explains exactly why so many moms feel exhausted even with decent sleep, why standard lab panels miss key depletions, and what you can start doing this week to actually get your energy back. Episodes mentioned: 77 | Magnesium for Moms: the secret mineral for better sleep, less stress & more energy 88 | Carbs are not the enemy: how busy moms should actually use carbs for energy, hormones & strength Need help reviewing your labs? Or need to get some labs drawn? Head to https://wellnessbyval.com/labs to book your Functional Lab Review! As Seen In: Parade - Dietitians Are Begging People Over 50 To Get Enough Of This Mineral in Their Diet Single Care - Which Magnesium is Right for You Resources & Links: Enrollment is now open! Join the Strong, Nourished & Energized Mom Method — an 8-week group coaching program for busy moms who want more energy, better consistency, and a stronger, more supported body. 👉🏽Learn more here:https://wellnessbyval.com/program ✨ Become a Strong & Nourished Momma InsiderWeekly wellness tips, podcast updates, and exclusive freebies for busy moms.👉 https://wellnessbyval.kit.com/insider 📲 Follow Val on Instagram Daily nutrition tips, postpartum support, workouts, and real-life mom wellness.👉 https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyval_/ 🎥 Follow on TikTokQuick t…

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