We talk about burnout at work. But what about stay-at-home moms?

Summary: Motherhood may be the hardest job a woman ever loves. In this post, Kimberly Parry, Certified Personal Stylist and Style-Driven Success™ Coach, talks about motherhood, the overlooked risk of burnout for moms, and the importance of helping mothers feel seen and supported. She also shares details about her upcoming Channel Your Inner Haute Mama and Succeed with Style™ presentation at Momivate’s 2026 Mothering Convention on October 10, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. in Sandy, Utah.

The hardest job I ever had wasn’t painting bleachers at Sacramento Raceway during the summer for $5 an hour. All day long. In the heat. By myself. With a jug of water and a boombox powered by four D batteries.

It’s being a mom.

It’s also my favorite job. The one I love most. The lowest-paying job I’ve ever had (at least in U.S. dollars), the most demanding, and somehow, the most rewarding.

And unlike every other job I’ve had, there’s no clocking out.

We Talk About Burnout at Work. What About Motherhood?

As a burnout speaker, I read a LOT of research about burnout.

We measure employee burnout. Executive burnout. Workplace stress. Working-parent burnout.

But there’s a group that’s not represented in all those workplace statistics: stay-at-home moms.

Research shows that 93% of mothers experience burnout. And most of that research comes from working moms.

But stay-at-home moms burnout too. They are overworked, underpaid, and often lack the resources they need for work/life balance. Yet there aren't any HR managers to report to and no paid time off to alleviate their stress.

There are schedules to manage. Appointments to remember. Meals to make. Emotional needs to navigate. Problems to solve. People who need you.

And then there’s the invisible work: anticipating, planning, remembering, worrying, noticing, adjusting, and keeping all the tiny details moving in the right direction.

Moms show up every day for their kids, families, communities, workplaces, and organizations.

Sometimes while running on fumes themselves.

That’s one reason I’m excited to be part of Momivate’s 2026 Mothering Convention: THRIVE! Finding Joy & Courage in Motherhood on Saturday, October 10.

A Day Designed for Moms

Momivate is bringing hundreds of Utah moms together for a day focused on connection, nourishment, learning, and support.

And I’ll be there speaking about how to Channel Your Inner Haute Mama and Succeed with Style™

Because somewhere between taking care of everyone else and getting everything done, it’s ridiculously easy for women to stop seeing themselves.

Style may sound superficial compared with everything motherhood demands. But I learned the hard way that owning your style, finding your voice, and showing up powerfully, consistently, and authentically for life is key to finding joy in motherhood.

And, as I talked about in my TEDxWoodinville talk, it can be an essential part of staying connected with who you are, even as you navigate the hustle and bustle of the #momlife.

Join Me at Momivate

The Momivate Convention is Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Miller Campus of Salt Lake Community College in Sandy, Utah.

The full event runs from 9:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., with classes throughout the day. I’ll be presenting Channel Your Inner Haute Mama and Succeed with Style™ at 1:10 p.m. and 2:10 p.m.

My friend, Dr. Elayna Fernández, “The Positive Mom,” will deliver the keynote in both English and Spanish, and moms can choose from dozens of presentations throughout the day.

There’s also a free MomBoutique vendor fair with more than 40 vendors, a maternal art display, performances, a revolving closet, massage, and raffle prizes.

And because I’d love to see you there, you can use my code STYLE to receive $5 off your ticket package.

If you’re a mom who could use a day to learn, connect, laugh, recharge, and maybe remember that there’s still a woman underneath the title Mom, come join us.

Motherhood may be the hardest job I’ve ever had.

But none of us has to do it alone. Happy Wednesday! ~Your Real Life Fairy Godmother™

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About the Author

Kimberly Parry is a Certified Personal Stylist, Certified Master Professional Coach, and one of only three Certified Archetypal Consultants in Utah. As a speaker and Style-Driven Success™ Coach, she brings a unique perspective to how personal style can shape confidence, performance, and success.

A solopreneur and single mom of three, Kimberly rebuilt her life and career after losing her health, marriage, and career in the same year. She took the lessons she learned the hard way and built them into her signature one-on-one styling experiences to help women find their voice, own their style, and ditch the burnout for Style-Driven Success™ that feels as good as it looks.

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FAQs

Can moms experience burnout, even if they don’t work outside the home?

Yes. Burnout isn’t limited to the workplace. Motherhood carries a constant physical, mental, and emotional load, often without clear boundaries, time off, or adequate recovery. Stay-at-home moms can experience burnout just as working moms can, even though they’re often missing from traditional workplace burnout research.

Why do moms lose their personal style during motherhood, and why does it matter?

Motherhood changes your body, schedule, priorities, budget, and sometimes your entire sense of self. Personal style can easily get pushed aside when you’re focused on everyone else. But style isn’t just about looking good. What you wear can be a powerful form of self-expression and a way to reconnect with who you are while raising kids.

Why do so many moms struggle to prioritize themselves?

Moms are often responsible for meeting everyone else’s needs before their own. Over time, putting yourself last can become the default rather than a conscious choice. Making space for yourself isn’t about doing less for your family. It’s about making sure you don’t disappear from your own life in the process.

How can Kimberly Parry’s Succeed with Style™ services help moms reconnect with themselves and rebuild their confidence?

Kimberly Parry’s Succeed with Style™ one-on-one styling experiences combine personal styling with personal development coaching. Through her one-of-a-kind, proprietary methodology, Kimberly uses a unique method of archetypal coaching to help women find their voice, define their signature style, and create a look and a life they love.