Mom Fatigue | Murphy Chiropractic & Flourish Health Coaching

“The truth is you're not lazy or lacking willpower. Your body and mind are sending signals that they're running on empty.”

Why Moms Feel Exhausted Even When They “Do Everything Right”

Have you ever gone to bed early, eaten pretty healthy, and still woken up feeling like you’ve got lead weighing you down?

You tell yourself it’s “just mom life,” but deep down you know something’s gotta change. You’re tired of being tired.

The truth is, you’re not lazy or lacking enough willpower. Your body and mind are sending signals that they’re running on empty.

And you’re not alone. So many moms come to me saying the same thing: “I’m doing all the right things, so why am I still exhausted?”

Let’s take a look at why that could be happening and what you can do to start to change it.

You’re Not Alone: Why So Many Moms Feel This Way

Modern motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also relentless. You’re pulled in every direction, managing your family’s schedules, meals, emotions, and maybe even work or ministry.

All that responsibility keeps your nervous system on high alert, and over time your body simply can’t keep up.

Here are some of the most common root causes of mom fatigue:

1. Nutrient deficiencies
   Even small gaps in your diet, like low iron, magnesium, or B vitamins, can leave your body drained, affect mood, and make energy hard to sustain. A simple step is to add a nutrient-rich snack daily, like a handful of nuts, seeds, or a boiled egg, to help fill in the gaps.
   
   

2. Sleep deprivation
   Missing just a few hours of quality sleep can accumulate, impacting metabolism, hormones, and focus. Try setting a mini bedtime ritual tonight — even 10 minutes of quiet, dim light, and deep breathing can signal your body it’s time to rest.
   
   

3. Hormone imbalance
   Shifts in estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, or stress hormones can make your body feel heavier and more fatigued. A small daily action is to track your energy and mood for a week to notice patterns and identify small lifestyle tweaks that support hormone balance, like adding protein at breakfast, gentle movement mid-day, or morning sunlight when possible.
   
   

4. Chronic stress and cortisol imbalance
   Constant stress keeps your body in survival mode, leaving you mentally and physically drained. One step you can take today is a two-minute breathing pause whenever you feel tension rising — inhale slowly for four counts, hold for four, exhale for six.
   
   

5. Poor nervous system communication
   When your spine and nervous system are out of alignment, your body can’t fully rest or recharge, even when you’re doing everything right. Gentle, consistent chiropractic care can restore communication between your brain and body so energy and healing can flow again. Even simple posture checks throughout your day can help your nervous system function better.

Your Nervous System Needs More Than Coffee

Caffeine might give you a short burst of energy, but it can’t fix a depleted system. What your body truly needs is restoration, not stimulation.

Here are a few simple ways to begin supporting your energy naturally:

• Take a few deep breaths or pray before you get out of bed
  

• Start your morning with gentle movement instead of rushing straight into chaos
  

• Build meals that include plenty of protein, fiber, fat, and hydration
  

• Get regular chiropractic adjustments to release tension and rebalance your nervous system
  

• Create small moments of stillness with God throughout the day to calm your spirit
  

These may sound simple, but over time they retrain your nervous system to shift from “fight or flight” to “rest and restore” creating that calmer, peaceful body you crave.

The Soul Side of Fatigue

Exhaustion isn’t only physical. It’s emotional and spiritual too.

When you’re constantly pouring out, caring for everyone else first, and rarely being poured into, even small tasks can feel heavy at times.

Sometimes what your body is craving most isn’t more sleep. It’s more peace.

Peace in your mind.

Peace in your schedule.

Peace in your soul.

And that kind of peace comes when you let God meet you right where you are, reminding you that your worth isn’t tied to how much you accomplish.

That kind of deep-soul peace comes from learning to abide with the Lord daily, like breathing.

You Can Heal and Feel Like You Again

The good news is that your energy can come back. You can feel strong, focused, and joyful again.

It starts with addressing your health from the inside out, with body, soul, and spirit working together in alignment.

If you’re tired of being tired and ready to feel renewed again, I’d love to help you get there.

👉 If you’re local, schedule a chiropractic visit and give your body the gentle aligning care it’s been asking for. Together, we’ll help your nervous system unwind, recharge, and start healing again.

👉 Or if you’re looking for a more holistic reset, join my next 21-Day Health Reset — a simple, faith-centered way to rebuild your energy and healthy habits one step at a time.