If you’re reading this because you have a mom in your life who seems to be burning out, or you are that mom yourself, it helps to start by understanding what exactly mom burnout is, and why it differs from just “regular tiredness,” or fatigue.

Does any of this sound familiar to you? So, if you, like me, have ever hidden in the bathroom with the door locked for just a few extra minutes to glean just a tiny little sliver of peace, while one of your kiddos attempted to knock down the door, this article is for you.