The Ghosts of Motherhood: Navigating Mental Health Through Halloween and Beyond
Boo! Halloween season is here—a time of spooky decorations, endless candy, and costumes for the kids (and maybe ourselves). But amid jack-o’-lanterns and trick-or-treat marathons, another haunting often lurks: the ghosts of motherhood. These invisible forces—the pressures, expectations, and feelings of inadequacy—can overshadow the fun. Yet, with a few strategies, moms can confront these ghosts, […]
Coffee and Sweatpants Are a Priority: Embracing a Season of Rest as a Mom This Fall
Fall is here—a time that’s meant for cozy sweaters, warm drinks, and the allure of scenic seasonal activities. But for many moms, it feels like an unending call to do all the things. From Halloween parties to pumpkin patch outings, the demands can quickly pile up. This season, instead of striving to be the Pinterest-perfect […]
The Pre-Thanksgiving Madness: A Realistic Guide to Surviving the Holiday
Thanksgiving is no simple holiday. It’s a production that involves careful planning, long grocery lists, and the infamous “who’s bringing what” negotiations. You may tell yourself it’s just one meal, but we both know it’s more than that. For many, Thanksgiving means taking on multiple roles—chef, director, referee (because someone will start an argument), and […]
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster: How Therapy Supports New Mothers
Becoming a mother is nothing short of transformative—a journey that fills life with unparalleled joy, profound love, and new beginnings. Yet, alongside these wonderful emotions, new motherhood is also marked by unexpected challenges, emotional highs and lows, and moments that can feel truly overwhelming. For many women, stepping into motherhood resembles an emotional rollercoaster, with […]