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If You Care About My Mental Health During Covid, Then Take Precautions Seriously

Posted in:Mental Health

Mental health during Covid is a concern for many, including myself. I’ve seen many, many comments of people saying they want everything open and have zero restrictions so that people’s mental health won’t suffer staying home. What they aren’t seeing is eliminating these restrictions would keep people who are concerned about their health at home, when they are the ones who need to be able to get out the most. That includes people like me who are concerned about their physical health AND their mental health. We need to address both.

Prenatal Anxiety Nearly Broke Me, but It Also Helped Me Find My Voice

Posted in:Mental Health

I didn’t realize the intrusive thooughts I had about my baby dying were because of prenatal anxiety. I knew that something was really wrong, but advocating for myself and learning to speak up more loudly was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Maternal mental health isn’t just about post-partum depression. Some women struggle with antepartum/prenatal depression, prenatal anxiety, and other disorders. You are not alone.

I Feared My Son Was Going to Get Hurt, but Realized the Thoughts Were Due to Anxiety

Posted in:Mental Health, Parenthood

You never know when anxiety will hit you. Today it hit me at preschool drop-off and it took everything in me to leave him there. My brain was telling me that he was in danger. And I had to actively disregard that information when my instinct was pulling me to do the exact opposite. But I realized these were thoughts due to anxiety. This is my daily battle.

My Parenting Choices Might Suck, but It’s the Best I Can Do

Posted in:Mental Health, Parenthood

I see judgmental comments about parenting choices on social media constantly, ranging from what parents feed their kids for dinner, how and when they eat, and what parents should do differently. But remember we aren’t always seeing the whole picture. We are not snapshots. We are people. And most of us, really and truly, are doing our best.

When the Holidays Aren’t Happy

Posted in:Mental Health, Parenthood

The holidays are supposed to be the happiest time of the year. But what if they’re not? A heart-wrenching experience that I had a few years ago right before Christmas has forever changed what I think about during the holidays. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone.

10 Things I Tell Myself When Anxiety Overwhelms Me

Posted in:Mental Health

Anxiety tries to tell me I must control everything. I can get so worked up by the smallest things and I am learning how to talk myself down. It’s a difficult process, but one that I’m learning is very important for my mental health. Here’s 10 ways that I speak truth to my anxiety.

The Best Christmas Books To Read To Your Children

Posted in:Parenthood

Our favorite Christmas traditions involve reading Christmas books, from the silly stories to the traditional classics. Christmas can be stressful, but finding holiday activities kids love bring the spirit of Christmas into your home. This list of books can help get you started on one of the best things to do with kids–reading!

Top 5 Children’s Books to Get for Christmas

Posted in:Favorite Things, Parenthood

Giving children’s books as stocking stuffers or Christmas gifts opens up new worlds. Sometimes the interest in toys fades quickly, but I’ve found that the love of books is long-lasting and passed down from child to child. I’ve rounded up a few of our long-time favorite children’s books along with some new discoveries to give you a head start on gifts for the holidays!