What I’m Committing to for a Lighter Season of Motherhood

Coming out of the holidays can feel heavy — the schedules, the chaos, the constant “keeping up,” and the emotional weight of doing it all while still trying to be present.

In this episode of Real Moms Welcome, Jess shares honestly about this current season of motherhood: feeling worn out after the holidays, navigating a toddler deep in her independence phase, and holding both the beauty and the exhaustion that come with it.

Instead of offering fixes or routines to add to your plate, Jess opens up about three simple commitments she’s making this year to help motherhood feel more spacious and light — commitments she’s actively learning and practicing alongside you.

This episode is for you if:

• you’re coming out of the holidays feeling depleted
• motherhood feels loud, busy, or relentless right now
• you want more space without doing more
• you’re craving honesty instead of perfection

In this episode, we talk about:

• The emotional toll of post-holiday motherhood
• Parenting a toddler in the “independence” phase
• Why practices have to look different in real motherhood
• Building a consistent breathwork practice that actually fits your life
• Recommitting to health without guilt
• Protecting your capacity through simpler rhythms and boundaries
• The power of naming what you’re committed to in this season

This conversation isn’t about changing who you are or fixing your life.
It’s about choosing what supports you now — and allowing that to be enough.

At the end of the episode, you’re invited to reflect on one thing you’re committed to this year and share it with someone you trust.

If you want to follow along for more, you can find Jess on Instagram @jess_bonini_