37. Back-to-School Survival Guide for Sports Moms: Managing School, Sports & the Mental Load

Summer somehow came and went in the blink of an eye, and now sports moms everywhere are stepping into one of the busiest seasons of the year.

In this solo episode, Rachel opens up about the emotional and logistical reality of transitioning from summer break into back-to-school season while juggling youth sports. From endless permission slips and overlapping practice schedules to school supplies, tournament fees, and the invisible mental load moms carry, this conversation is a reminder that if you're overwhelmed— you are not alone.

Rachel shares practical strategies to help simplify the chaos, reduce stress, and create systems that make this season feel a little more manageable, while also encouraging moms to care for themselves in the middle of caring for everyone else.

If your calendar feels impossible, your coffee is always cold, and you're wondering how you're supposed to keep it all together this fall, this episode is for you.

In this episode:

Why back-to-school season is one of the most stressful times for parentsThe hidden mental load of sports momsBalancing school schedules with youth sportsBudgeting for fall sports expensesFive practical ways to survive AugustWhy taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's necessary

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