You open a cupboard and cry at the pasta. Nothing is wrong, and yet—everything feels heavy. You love your people; your battery says 3%. You’re not failing. You might be burned out.
Promise
In 7 minutes, spot 7 signs, try a 20-minute reset, and know where to reach out.
Quick Takeaways
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Burnout ≠ weakness; it’s a signal.
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Try the 20-minute triage (body down-shift, ask, stop-doing card).
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When to seek help.
What We Now Know (evidence)
In Canada, almost 1 in 4 mothers who recently gave birth reported symptoms consistent with postpartum depression or an anxiety disorder. Help is common, appropriate, and effective. Statistics Canada
Try-This Toolkit
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7 signs: constant exhaustion; irritability; numb joy; sleep issues; brain fog; dread of routine tasks; withdrawing from support.
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20-minute reset: (see earlier card) + book a check-in with your provider or peer support if symptoms persist ≥2 weeks or affect daily life. Pregnancy Info
ND & Accessibility
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Pick one micro-action only.
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Use text-based outreach if phone is hard.
Real-Talk Q&A
“Is this just me?” No; data says otherwise. Statistics Canada
“What if it gets dark?” Reach out now—see resources.
Resource Box
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Statistics Canada: Maternal Mental Health — prevalence snapshot. Statistics Canada
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SOGC (PregnancyInfo): Postpartum mental health — signs/when to call. Pregnancy Info
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CMHA: National site — find local supports. CMHA National
One CTA
Email me the Reset Card (PDF) — keep it on your fridge for tough nights.
