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Download: Parental burnout with Ashley James

Ashley James and clinical psychologist Dr Emma Hepburn explore parental burnout, how to spot the signs and start topping up your 'body budget'.

Where does ordinary parental tiredness end and burnout begin? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore the warning signs that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed.

DJ, broadcaster and author Ashley James shares her experience of sleep deprivation, overstimulation and balancing motherhood with her career. She also explains why sharing the mental load and making time for herself help her step back before reaching breaking point.

Clinical psychologist Dr Emma Hepburn explains how burnout can affect daily life and why it is important to notice the signs early. She offers realistic ways to reduce pressure, ask for support and start topping up your 'body budget'.

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