Musings From A Therapist
The Power of A Girl’s Weekend Getaway
I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful it was to be away Sun-Tues this week. If anything good came from Covid, it was the start of Girl’s Weekend.
The Power of 'Me Time': Navigating 'Selfish' for Overwhelmed and Stressed Moms
Being a Mom means an endless list of responsibilities, from soothing a crying baby to afterschool pickup, activities and somehow feeding your hungry gremlins.
Women Supporting Women: Let's All Get Along
In the vast landscape of life, where compassion and understanding form the foundation, it's disheartening to witness the emergence of unnecessary competition among women. Instead of fostering a supportive community, some individuals fall into the trap of negativity and rivalry. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of women supporting each other and discuss how embracing unity can create a stronger, more positive collective environment.
Having Courageous Conversations About Your Self-Care Needs: A Guide For Stressed Moms
Asking for support is never easy, especially when you're asking your partner for something you know will add stress to their life. You care about your partner deeply, and as a wife and mother, your instinct is to be the pillar of strength, not to add more weight to their load. The challenge of expressing your own needs becomes an intimidating task; an unexplored territory in your daily role of providing support and care to others.
The Weight of "Lazy" on Stressed and Overwhelmed Moms
I know we throw the word around casually, but have you ever stopped to consider its weight and the unfair burden it often places on our shoulders?
(Re)Defining Self-Care in a World of Buzzwords
Let's be real - self-care has become a buzzword, a trend, and often, an overused cliche. You can't scroll through social media, browse a lifestyle magazine, or have a casual conversation without encountering the term self-care. But beneath the glittering facade of scented candles, bubble baths, and social media hashtags, lies a deeper, more authentic conversation about what self-care truly means.
How Can I Take My Kid To The Pumpkin Patch Without Losing My Shit?
Pumpkin patches, the quintessential fall adventure, can quickly turn into a whirlwind of chaos when you're a mom trying to keep your cool. The promise of idyllic family moments often collides with the reality of restless little ones, long lines, and the unexpected curveballs that parenting throws your way.
Laughing Through the Tears: The Similarities Between Motherhood and Depression
At first glance, motherhood and depression might seem worlds apart. However, when you look closely, you'll find that both experiences share some commonalities. For instance, both can be incredibly isolating. As a new mother, it's easy to feel like you're alone in your struggles, just as a person battling depression often feels misunderstood and alone.
The Mother Load
As we were dishing out consequences for my daughter’s less than desirable behaviors at the table and the ticking by of the minutes, I made note to my husband (in private) that part of this was on him because he didn’t follow the schedule. This turned into a bit of a disagreement, in which my husband accused ME of being the issue, that things were just fine until I came home and he was only 9 minutes late getting her to bed. Well, pin a rose on your nose!
Mom Guilt - The Teller Of Lies
Remember, just because you're having these thoughts does not make them true! Thoughts are just that...thoughts.
#SorryNotSorry
There's a beautiful little word in the English language that packs a punch. If I had it my way, all women would practice this word and use it often.
The Importance of Boundaries for Stressed and Overwhelmed Moms
If you really step back and think about your own boundaries as an employee, how do you rate? Are you bending over backward to help out or working extra without getting paid for it? Are you working late? Are you taking on extra projects or covering for those who aren't doing their share of the work?
Support For Moms: You Either Got, It Or You Don't
It's the middle of the night and your husband (or child) has to go to the emergency room. But you can't exactly leave the rest of your household home alone. What do you do?
It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year!
Ladies, we need to talk for a moment about the unrealistic expectations that emerge around the holidays.
Taking Care of Mom
As Moms, we are givers. We take care of everyone else. We eat cold food. We might get a shower every other day. (I said might.) We might wear the same shirt two days in a row because we weren’t able to get to the laundry yesterday. We put ourselves at the end of the list because we’ve grown up with the misnomer that that’s what makes a good mom. (I actually think that's a loose definition of a martyr, but what do I know?)