Anything can happen during labor. I had complications with my epidural, one of which was my husband passing out. Find out what happened afterwards and how you can avoid this happening when you give birth to your baby.
Why “No Excuses” is a B.S. Motivational Phrase
Posted in:Mental HealthNO EXCUSES: I absolutely hate this phrase. I exercised today for the first time in months. It was hard and felt great and I’m proud of myself. But during my workout I reflected on WHY I haven’t exercised much recently, and the difficulties I finally feel like I’m moving past, it reminded me of why……
What It Feels Like to Be a Mom Who Wants to Die
Posted in:Mental Health, ParenthoodDuring my third pregnancy I suddenly plunged into a level of darkness that I never knew. Getting through each day became harder and harder and I eventually hit my breaking point. The conflicting emotions of depression and loving your children makes this struggle all the more painful.
5 Solutions to Common Car Seat Problems
Posted in:Car Seat SafetyLooking for car seat help? Often parents struggle with twisted car seat straps, properly tightening the harness, and making decisions about buying and traveling with car seats. Learn some tips from a Child Passenger Safety Technician about car seat accessories, flying with kids, choosing the best car seat, budget car seats, and time-saving car seat hacks.
The Unexpected Culprit Behind My Son’s Picky Eating
Posted in:ParenthoodAs much as I joke about how difficult it is to get my kids to eat, I’m not joking today. My oldest son has had a hard time eating for years and we finally found out there was a bigger reason behind it all. You won’t believe what we found out!
5 Reasons Why Your Big Kid STILL Needs a Booster Seat
Posted in:Car Seat SafetyStudies show that parents are taking children out of boosters TOO SOON. Children ages 5 and older have HIGHER fatality rates in car crashes than children ages 4 and under. Using booster seats reduces the risk of injury by 59% when compared to using adult seat belts alone. Learn the reasons why booster seats are so important and how to use them properly.
How Post-Partum Sleep Deprivation Led to My Most Embarrassing Moment Ever (It Involves a Gas Pump)
Posted in:ParenthoodWhat happened was not only humiliating, but it could have been very costly and dangerous. A few months after having my first child, I had returned to work full-time. I was in a state of major sleep deprivation, although at the time I didn’t realize quite how bad it really was. Maybe this story will help someone avoid the same mistake!
Stop Telling People with Depression to Think More Positively
Posted in:Mental HealthRead about why the advice of “thinking more positively” is based on a false premise. Depression requires professional help, just like any other health condition. Telling someone to “change their thoughts” is like telling a diabetic that their pancreas should just make more insulin.
What Moms With Depression Need to Know
Posted in:Mental HealthDear mama with depression, I see you struggling today. I feel it, too. You might feel like you are alone and no one understands, but that is not true. Depression lies. I want you to hear the truth.
Why Antidepressants Make Me a Better Mom
Posted in:Mental HealthFor me, antidepressants ARE life saving. Not just in the physical sense of keeping me safe from my own brain, but also from a quality of life standpoint. I am able to LIVE life because of antidepressants instead of just BEING alive.
It can be hard to admit that I still struggle sometimes. But here it is. My name is Kristen. I am 1 in 5.
