Letting Go When It’s Out of Your Hands: A Guide for Recently Separated Moms
If you’re a mom navigating life after separation or divorce, there’s a good chance you’re feeling the uncomfortable sting of letting go. Especially when it comes to your kids.
Letting go of the daily control you once had.
Letting go of knowing what they’re doing every minute.
Letting go of how your ex parents them when you're not there.
And let’s be honest—sometimes it feels less like “letting go” and more like being forced to surrender pieces of your motherhood. That hurts. It’s disorienting. And it’s okay to admit that.
But here’s the truth: you’re not powerless.
You’re not failing.
And you’re not alone.
The Difference Between Self-Soothing and Self-Care—And Why It Matters This Summer
As the school year ends, most moms feel the pressure ramp up: camp registrations, vacation planning, childcare gaps, grocery runs, and the sudden shift in routine that summer demands. If you're also going through a divorce, those pressures are magnified. It’s not just the logistics—it’s the emotional weight of trying to hold it all together for your kids and yourself.