What’s the Buzz: ‘Mental Load’ Panel explores emotional and mental strain of daily family management
There’s a conversation picking up steam online again about something a lot of moms say they feel, but don’t always have the words for. It’s called the “Mental Load,” or “Invisible Labor.” The terms do not apply to what moms are doing, but more about what they are constantly thinking about, like those daily tasks.
Live in the D hosts, Tati and Kim , sat down with a couple of moms, and a dad to discuss this, during What’s the Buzz .
Click the video above to see the full segment.
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