"Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More" by Erica Djossa offers a transformative guide for mothers seeking to navigate the challenges of modern parenthood with greater ease and fulfillment. Drawing on her expertise as a maternal mental health specialist and her own experiences as a mother, Djossa provides practical insights, actionable strategies, and compassionate guidance to help mothers break free from the crushing burden of unrealistic expectations and reclaim the joy of motherhood. From exploring the origins of maternal expectations to identifying hidden emotional and physical costs, Djossa offers a roadmap for mothers to cultivate resilience, prioritize self-care, and establish boundaries in order to parent more authentically and with greater fulfillment. With empathy and wisdom, Djossa empowers mothers to chart their own journey, rediscover their passions, and embrace a more balanced and enriching approach to motherhood. "Releasing the Mother Load" is a must-read for any mother seeking to lighten the load and reclaim agency over her parenting journey.