Episode 552: Reminders for Moms at the End of the School Year
6/3/202628 min
The end of the school year is beautiful… and completely exhausting.
Between permission slips, award ceremonies, sports, proms, graduations, lunches, emails, and trying to keep everyone emotionally afloat, many parents are quietly running on fumes. In this honest and funny Whinypaluza Wednesday conversation, Rebecca Greene shares the reminders she desperately needed herself during the “June Jungle” and why this season can feel overwhelming even when it’s filled with joyful moments.
In this heartfelt episode, Rebecca Greene and Seth Greene talk about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the end of the school year. Rebecca opens up about feeling stretched thin by nonstop school responsibilities, emotional milestones, and the pressure parents often put on themselves to “do it all.”
From learning to ask for help and lean on your village to lowering expectations around perfection, Rebecca shares practical coping strategies that help her navigate May and June each year. The conversation also touches on parenting transitions, senior year emotions, the importance of downtime, and giving yourself grace during one of the busiest times of the year.
Key Takeaways
→ You do not have to attend every single event to be a loving parent
→ Stop trying to do everything alone and lean on your support system
→ The end of the school year can bring unexpected emotions and grief
→ Lowering the bar in June can protect your mental health
→ Small moments of peace and celebrating little wins really matter
→ Compassion and grace go a long way for parents, teachers, and kids alike
If you know a parent who is deep in the “June Jungle,” share this episode with them. Sometimes the best reminder we can hear is that we are not alone.
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First 90 secondsSpeaker 00:00
No need to wine this Wineypalooza. Have some wine and join us on the Wineypalooza podcast with Rebecca Green Welcome to the Wineypalooza podcast.
Rebecca Green· Host0:12
I'm your host, Rebecca Green. I'm a wife, mother of three, and licensed clinical social worker. I also have three fur babies at home too. My passion has always been to help children and their families. I always dreamed of being a wife and a mother. Parents are always learning through their struggles, failures, and successes and joys. I am no stranger to this wild ride of parenting, and I know behind every great parent lies a team of supportive friends and family. I want to be part of your support system. I want you to know that you are not alone. We are in this parenting world together. Join me every week for insightful discussions with experts on parenting and marriage, as well as other parents who have found the secret to successes in parenthood. You'll learn tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever. I hope you will follow along with me while we dive into what it takes to achieve a happy family. Hello, everyone.
Seth Greene· Host1:17
Happy Wineypalooza Wednesday. Yes, now it works.
Rebecca Green· Host1:20
We're having technical difficulties. Last week, I had the same issue. I don't know what's going on with Facebook, but I went live and you weren't here. You were in Texas.
Seth Greene· Host1:29
Yes.
Rebecca Green· Host1:29
And then