26. The Invisible Parent: Showing Up When It Feels Like No One Sees You

05/09/2025 15 min Episodio 26

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Episode Synopsis

Have you ever felt like you’ve disappeared since becoming a parent? In this episode of The Parenting Lab, we dive deep into the experience of parental invisibility - that quiet loss of identity that happens when we’re seen only as “Mom,” “Dad,” or “the one who keeps everything running.”We’ll explore:Why parents often feel unseen in their partnerships and by their childrenThe Invisibility Wound - how childhood experiences of neglect, role assignment, or parentification can shape how visible we feel as adultsThe hidden cost of living unseen: resentment, disconnection, and shrinking into smaller versions of ourselvesHow to reclaim your identity through awareness, self-recognition, and taking up spacePractical ways to feel more visible in your relationships and model authenticity for your kidsThis is an honest, compassionate conversation for any parent who has wondered, “Do they really see me?” You’ll walk away with insight, validation, and steps toward healing - so you can show up not only as a parent, but as your whole, vibrant self.You are not invisible. You matter.♥ Your Parent Coach, Brittney For free resources, online courses, or to join the mailing list, please visit theparentinglab.orgFollow on Instagram @theparentinglabpodcastEmail Brittney: [email protected]

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