The Hidden Crisis Facing Working Parents Today | Work, Burnout & Family Balance

In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, Donna Moala speaks with workplace and family wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine about the growing pressures facing working parents today. Together, they unpack the reality behind burnout, stress, mental load, and the expectation to somehow “do it all”.

With more households relying on two working parents than ever before, many mums and dads are feeling overwhelmed. Juggling career demands alongside school commitments, childcare, extracurricular activities, technology, and the emotional demands of parenting can feel relentless.

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In this episode, you will discover:

✔ Why parenting in today’s world feels more challenging than ever

✔ The underlying drivers of parental stress and burnout

✔ Why achieving work-life balance can feel out of reach

✔ The impact workplace culture has on family wellbeing

✔ Practical ways to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day life

✔ How employers can better support working parents

✔ Strategies for setting healthier boundaries between work and home

✔ Why supporting parents creates better outcomes for businesses and society

Dr Rosina McAlpine is an internationally recognised researcher, speaker, and founder of Win Win Parenting. She works with organisations to build family-friendly workplaces that support both employee wellbeing and business performance.

Whether you are a working parent, business owner, HR professional or leader, this conversation offers valuable insights, reassurance, and practical ideas to help navigate modern family life.