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Erin Andrews Shares Why She’s Crashing Out as Her Son Starts School and She’s Back on the Sidelines
Erin Andrews, best known for her longtime career as a sports reporter, recently shared a candid message on her podcast “Calm Down” that many mothers will relate to.
During the episode, Andrews told co-host Charissa Thompson that she has been struggling with the balancing act of work and motherhood at the start of the school year. The television personality shares a 3-year-old son, Mack, with her husband, former professional ice hockey player, Jarrett Stoll.
In an Instagram video shared on the podcast’s account, which has over 197K followers, the 47-year-old spoke openly about a meltdown she experienced the night before.
“I had a meltdown last night. It’s happening with going to school, and it’s happening with after-school activities. I got this whole thing… He’s coming home, he’s taking a nap, and then what am I doing with him five days out of the week? I need after-school activities. So I’m texting parents: ‘What are you doing? What do you got going on?’ This is why I get emotional,” Andrews said.
She went on to explain her feelings of guilt and frustration about not always being there for her child. “I’m not going to be home half the week, and I feel, not bad, but I already feel like I’m missing a lot. I want to be the mom that sets it all up, but I don’t know how to set it all up.”
After sharing her intense emotions, Thompson reassured Andrews that she wasn’t alone. “All of the things you are going through are completely normal.”
“I’m sure you are not alone in this and anyone that is listening to this podcast that has a child probably feels the same way that you’re never doing enough or you’re never going to be perfect. But Mack is two. Mack is alive. So let’s just start with that,” Thompson continued.
“You’re doing great. Your child is happy, he’s alive. So take the stress off of yourself to be perfect because you’re never going to be perfect. Give yourself grace.”
The moment was a powerful reminder to parents everywhere that feeling overwhelmed with juggling a work-life balance is completely normal. Giving yourself grace is just as important as doing your best for your child.
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