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How to Feel Like Myself Again After Having a Baby?
Feeling like a stranger in your own life since having a baby? You're not alone and nothing is permanently wrong with you. In this post, I'm breaking down why so many moms lose themselves in the postpartum period, and what actually helps you find your way back.
Motherhood Q&A: “Am I Failing?” And More
Motherhood can leave you wondering who you are beneath the diapers, feedings, and constant mental load. This Q&A-style guide answers the real questions moms are asking about identity, perfectionism, and the pressure to do it all- with compassion, honesty, and zero judgment. Let this be the reminder that you’re not lost… you’re evolving.
“I Don’t Feel Like Myself Anymore”: Reclaiming Your Identity After Baby
If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t even recognize who I am anymore,” you’re not alone. So many moms feel lost in the swirl of postpartum changes, constant caregiving, and pressure to do it all. In this blog, we explore why identity loss is such a common part of motherhood, and how you can begin reconnecting with yourself in gentle, realistic ways. You’ll learn how to understand what’s really behind that feeling of disconnection, why it’s not your fault, and small steps to start feeling grounded and whole again.
When Motherhood Isn’t What You Expected: The Complex Emotions of New Motherhood
Motherhood isn’t always the blissful experience we’re told to expect. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or wondering why you don’t feel “happy” all the time, this post is for you. We explore the complex emotions of early motherhood- like guilt, anxiety, and grief, and explain why they’re more common (and more valid) than you think. You’ll also learn practical tools from postpartum-informed therapy to help you feel more grounded, supported, and less alone.
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.
How to Create a Journaling Practice (Even as a Busy Mom)
Motherhood is overwhelming and journaling can help. This guide shares simple tips and prompts to help moms create a practice that supports mental and emotional health and connection.