Parents are told to “put on their oxygen mask first,” but no one explains how much that oxygen costs. This isn’t about overpriced self-care trends—it’s about the real, escalating price of staying mentally functional in a system that waits until you snap. From therapy bills to psych ward invoices, this post lays it all out, including how I built my own AI therapist to survive the chaos. You don’t have to be rich to protect your mind—you just need to stop pretending mental health is optional.

Burnt out, touched out, and tired of being told to “just be grateful”? This post explores why joy—not forced gratitude—might be the real key to healing for overwhelmed moms. Learn how to spot tiny moments of joy, why journaling matters, and how your kids might already be leading you back to yourself.