The Unseen Work of Being a Mom During the Holiday Season

As the holiday season swings into full gear, there's a familiar hum of activity: the twinkling lights, the laughter of family, the smell of Christmas cookies baking and pine. For many, this time of year evokes images of cozy gatherings, perfect meals and joyful moments. But for mothers, the holidays are often a double-edged sword, a whirlwind of magic and chaos that can leave us feeling simultaneously overjoyed and, at times, utterly spent. My six year-old son asked me this week, “Mommy, wh