When “Good Enough” Feels Like Failure: Understanding Perfectionism in Motherhood
Perfectionism doesn’t always look like chasing a perfect house- it often shows up as quiet self-pressure, guilt, and never feeling like you’re doing enough. In this post, I unpack where those high expectations come from, how they impact your well-being, and how therapy can help you find more self-compassion in motherhood.
Who Am I Now? Navigating Identity Shifts in Motherhood
“Who am I now?”
If you’ve found yourself asking this question since becoming a mom, you’re not alone. Many mothers feel a deep identity shift after birth- like parts of them have gone missing or no longer fit. This blog explores the emotional and psychological transformation of matrescence (yes, it’s a real thing!), why it feels so disorienting, and how you can begin reconnecting with yourself in this new season of life. Because you haven’t lost yourself- you’re becoming someone new.
EMDR for Moms: Heal from Your Childhood Trauma
Motherhood can stir up emotions you didn’t expect- anxiety, overwhelm, guilt, and even grief. For many moms, these feelings are rooted in unresolved childhood trauma. In this blog post, we explore how EMDR therapy can help you heal from the emotional wounds of your past so you can feel more grounded, connected, and confident in your role as a mother. If you’re carrying the weight of perfectionism, people-pleasing, or emotional reactivity, this gentle and empowering guide is for you.
How Therapy Can Transform Your Motherhood Journey
Feeling overwhelmed as a new or seasoned mom is more common than you might think. In this article, we explore how therapy for moms can be a transformative journey- helping you overcome motherhood anxiety, reclaim your identity, and find balance amid the chaos. Discover how expert mom therapists use a holistic, brain–body approach to empower you with practical tools for managing stress, so you can embrace the joys of motherhood with renewed strength and clarity.
Parental Burnout: Signs, Causes, and How to Recover
Parenting is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. If you’re feeling emotionally drained, constantly overwhelmed, or detached from your role as a parent, you might be experiencing parental burnout. Learn the signs, causes, and effective ways to recover and restore balance.
Boundaries for Moms: Why You Struggle to Set Them and How to Start
If you’re a mom who’s constantly saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” this one’s for you. Boundaries can feel confusing, especially in motherhood- where everyone seems to need something from you. This compassionate guide will help you understand why boundaries feel so hard (hint: it’s not your fault), reflect on where your patterns come from, and start building limits that protect your energy without guilt. You deserve support, too.
Anxiety in Motherhood: Strategies for Coping
Motherhood and Anxiety.
Those two things seem to go hand-in-hand. Having a child amplifies all of your worries, concerns, and struggles. While anxiety is a normal part of motherhood and life, it can become a barrier to living the life we want. Read on to learn more about anxiety, how it can come up in motherhood and our children and when to know when to seek help.
Mindful Parenting: How to Stay Present and Connected in Motherhood
Mindful parenting is based on the concept of mindfulness.
Mindfulness is about focusing your awareness on the present moment and acknowledging your current feelings, thoughts and body sensations without putting any judgement on them.
Mindful parenting is about being present and intentional in your parenting efforts. Read on to learn more.
Transitioning into Parenthood
Becoming a parent changes you in ways you never would have imagined. Here are some tips to help yourself as you enter this new amazing and equally terrifying stage- Parenthood!