Tag: mental health
What “Severe Baby Blues” Actually Felt Like for Me
Here is my truth: The first two weeks of my second daughter's life were some of the darkest and scariest days I've ever experienced....
My 21 Day Social Media Fast: The Good, The Bad, The...
During January, I completed a 21 day fast through my church of giving up all social media. I was up for the challenge but...
“Okay is Great” – A New Approach for an Overachieving Mommy
When Pinterest was at its peak, I was not yet a mom. But, I still remember wanting to have an incredibly cute nursery for...
What’s Your (Enneagram) Number?
As someone who has an undergraduate degree in psychology and a Master of Social Work (MSW), it's not surprising I love studying ways of...
Four Ways to Turn the Day Around
Mommin' ain't easy. You know it, I know it, the neighbor that can hear you yelling from across the street knows it. Some days...
“That” Mom
If you are anything like me, there may be a stereotypical type of “mom” that you wish you were like. Maybe it’s a friend...
Learning to Say ‘No’
After going on a beautiful, sunny vacation with my family for a week, I realized how much I desire a slower pace of life....
Is There a Lack of Gratitude in Modern Motherhood?
I had a conversation with a friend that left such a deep impression on me, I am still thinking about it weeks later. We...
It’s OK to Say No
Let's be real there was a time before motherhood when I was able to do whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted. The years of...
How Motherhood Changed the Conversation with My Body
Looking back I can clearly remember when the conversation with my body changed from appreciation to criticism. I lived a childhood of being a...
We Aren’t Supposed to Talk About This
A fellow blogger recently posted a meme: "Whatever you're most scared to write about...write that."
I saw that and thought, wow, how appropriate: It reinforced...
To Track or Not to Track: Why I Deleted My Fertility...
When my husband and I were discussing when to try for baby number two again, I promised I wouldn’t put too much pressure on...
I Love/Hate Running
As a Fitness Instructor, I wholeheartedly believe in changing up your routine and trying new things. It’s not only great for your body, but...
Stay-at-Home Mom Life: The Journey Back into the Working World
Recently I was thinking about how to describe what it feels like to be living the stay-at-home mom life and trying to get back...