maternal burnout
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nounpl: maternal burnouts
esgotamento materno
1. A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion experienced by mothers due to the prolonged stress and demands of motherhood
She experienced maternal burnout after months of sleepless nights and constant caregiving responsibilities.
Ela experimentou esgotamento materno após meses de noites sem dormir e responsabilidades constantes de cuidados.
2. A syndrome characterized by emotional exhaustion, detachment from parenting duties, and reduced sense of parental efficacy
Maternal burnout can lead to depression and anxiety if left untreated.
O esgotamento materno pode levar à depressão e ansiedade se não for tratado.
3. The result of chronic stress from balancing motherhood with other life demands, often involving feeling overwhelmed and depleted
Working mothers are particularly vulnerable to maternal burnout.
Mães que trabalham são particularmente vulneráveis ao esgotamento materno.
Maternal burnout has gained significant recognition in both Brazilian and American cultures in recent years, particularly as more women participate in the workforce while managing household and childcare responsibilities. In Brazil, there is increasing awareness through mental health campaigns and support groups, while in the USA it is frequently discussed in parenting media and health literature. The term addresses the societal expectation that mothers should manage all caregiving duties while maintaining professional careers and household management, often without adequate support systems.
NYC Slang
mom burnout, being burnt out as a mom
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