
Releasing the Weight of Modern Motherhood
September 28th | Victoria, BC | Horticultural Centre of the Pacific
This isn’t just another workshop.
This is the exhale you didn’t know you needed.


Releasing the Weight of Modern Motherhood
September 28th | Victoria, BC | Horticultural Centre of the Pacific
This isn’t just another workshop.
This is the exhale you didn’t know you needed.
What Is It?
Unburdened is a one-day, in-person experience for moms who are overwhelmed, burnt out, and craving something real:
real conversations. real tools. real connection
Hosted by Dr. Sarah Lea, Autumn Fowler, CCC, and Jessica Marley of The Local Inc, this day retreat blends science, soul, and sisterhood.
All identities and family structures are welcome, but this space is specifically designed to speak to the experience of those who identify with the role of ‘mother’ or carry the mental load in that way.
What To Expect
Through expert-led sessions, nervous system resets, and meaningful connection (without the awkward small talk), you’ll release the invisible weight you’ve been carrying—and walk away feeling lighter, more equipped, and not so alone.
Honest Talks About Burnout & Motherhood
Nervous System Soothing Sound Bath
Relationship Advice For Partnership Parenthood
Community & Connection Circles
Nourishing Lunch
Local Artisan Gift Box
You'll Leave Feeling:
Seen and heard in your story
Lighter, like you actually set something down
Connected to a community who gets it
Equipped with tools to reduce overwhelm and reclaim your energy
Replenished—mind, body, and spirit
EARLYBIRD PRICING IN EFFECT!
$147
$117
Meet Your Hosts
It was a day like any other...Sarah sent Autumn a seemingly innocent voice note about the immense weight we are all carrying at work AND in motherhood. Why in the world are we so burnt out? Where is the help? Why is this just accepted as part of being a mom? In minutes, Jessica was looped in and Unburdened was born.
Dr. Sarah Lea
MD, CEC, and Certified Meditation Instructor & Sound Healer
The most approachable physician you will ever meet, Sarah knows what its like to balance a busy career with raising her three boys. She brings with her a wealth of experience as a family, maternity, and addiction medicine physician, witnessing firsthand the pressures women are put under during childbearing years. She has spoken on the TedX stage and now supports other high-achieving women to live with more balance
and clarity.
Autumn Fowler
Clinical Counsellor & Founder
The Nest Counselling
Autumn's mission is clear, to ensure therapy and relationship support are normalized for all individuals and couples, especially in the early years of parenthood. As a relationship therapist, coach, mother, and wife, she experienced first hand how hard the transition to parenthood is on a relationship. Now she leads with authenticity to help others access support to balance the mental load, communicate well, and feel like a team in parenthood.
Jessica Marley
Owner & Event Coordinator
The Local Inc.
To meet Jessica is to love her. An immediate BFF to many, she has a knack for making people feel seen and supported. Over the past decade she has juggled working two full time jobs while raising her two girls. Despite being so busy, she pours her heart and soul into her company because she knows there is power in bringing people together. She thrives on
uniting people from all walks of life to cultivate a profound sense of belonging and is fueled by the profound belief that our collective efforts can truly make a difference in the communities we serve.
Repudiandae
Are you ready to become unburdened?
All prices in CAD