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Never Not Working: Why Moms Struggle to Slow Down and How to Break Free
Episode 17827th February 2025 • The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast • Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP
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Why do so many high-achieving, perfectionist moms struggle with anxiety and burnout? Because we've been taught to equate our worth with productivity. In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares dives deep into the roots of hustle culture, workaholism, and the pressure to always be "on." Drawing from insights in Melissa Clark’s Never Not Working and her own experiences as a pediatrician and working mom, she explores the hidden costs of over-functioning—from mental health struggles to strained relationships. Most importantly, she offers practical strategies for setting boundaries, redefining self-worth, and reclaiming presence over productivity. If you’ve ever felt like you can’t slow down, this episode is for you.

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