The Wellness Orchard

  What Does “Doing It All” Really Mean? “You know, she’s doing it all.” It’s a phrase so often said with admiration but also with unrealistic expectations. When society sees a mother handling the school runs, the full-time job, the house chores, and the emotional needs of her children, she’s labeled as strong. As capable. As the standard. But behind that praise is often a woman who is barely holding herself together. The Invisible Cost of Being “That Strong Mother” For every woman who is “doing it all,” there’s often no one checking if she’s eating, resting, or even coping. Undernourished and Exhausted : She skips meals to save time. She functions on coffee and stress. Sleep? That’s a luxury. Mentally Drained : The emotional weight of decision-making, fear of failure, and endless worry takes a toll. No Time for Herself : She forgets what it feels like to have quiet moments, hobbies, or care directed at her. This is what society doesn’t see or chooses to ignore. Not Every Mother Cho...