A Mother’s Body: Finding Self-Compassion in Every Curve
Pregnancy and the postpartum period are transformative times, filled with both joy and challenges. As your body undergoes significant changes to nurture new life, it’s common to experience complex feelings about your body image. This past weekend, I spoke with Dr....
The Struggle Switch: How to Accept Our Anxieties
Anxiety. So many moms know it. We worry about a countless number of things, all in one day. And sometimes, it’s unbearable. We worry about our children, our health, our family, our pets. And let’s not forget about the physical symptoms that come along with anxiety....
Nurturing Your Mind: 5 Mental Health Tips from a Therapist
Have you ever heard of positive psychology? No, not “good vibes only” or “be thankful for what you have and don’t complain.” Positive psychology is a way of thinking about what contibutes to a person’s wellbeing – whether...
From Comparison to Confidence: 6 Ways to Embrace Your Unique Parenting Journey
“I wish I were more like her.” “I wish my baby was easier, like her baby.” “If only my marriage was as strong as theirs.” “I wish I didn’t have to take medication to feel stable.” We all know these phrases. The all-too-familiar comparison trap. Comparing ourselves to...