Sick, Stuck, and Still Mucking Through: Parenting and Self-Care When Everything Feels Like Too Much

Jill and Linda are back—and they’re sick. This episode was recorded between coughs, chaos, and clutter, but that’s real life, right? Whether you’ve been knocked flat by illness or are just deep in the overwhelm of parenting, this is your reminder that bare minimum is still enough. From paper bags labeled “garage” to clean-up songs and microwave dinners, this conversation is a raw, real peek into what it looks like to keep going (with compassion) when you're running on empty.

• Why survival mode isn’t failing—it’s the bravest kind of parenting
• How bare minimum days still count (even with breakfast on the table 24 hours later)
• Ways to prioritize rest when your to-do list is a disaster zone
• Simple systems that help when your brain fog is thick and everything’s overwhelming
• How to reframe mess and chaos as part of recovery
• Why asking “what’s the priority right now?” can keep you grounded

Some seasons are about thriving. This one? It’s about surviving. And even if your house is covered in socks, dishes, and Band-Aids, you’re still doing an incredible job. Your corner will get cleaned. Your brain will clear. Your kids are learning from watching you muddle through with honesty and heart. You’ve got this.

For a simple way to start with self-care, send them an email or connect with Jill on socials @mamaoutspoken and mamaoutspoken.com and Linda @hellolindabonney or lindabonney.com.

Until next week – we hope you can unstuck your muck!