Many mothers struggle with mom rage which often feels unexpected and out of proportion to the situation. Here are five steps to feel more in control of your anger. Mom rage, a term not often discussed openly, refers to the intense bursts of anger experienced by...
Whether you are a seasoned parent or a first-time mom, different feelings can arise when considering spending the whole summer with your kids. Here are five tips that can help you thrive during the summer months! It’s mid-June and I’m thinking about the two and half...
Awareness around postpartum mental health has increased, but it’s equally important to talk about why parents-to-be should see a psychologist during pregnancy. Mental health is often overlooked during pregnancy as the focus is on the physical health of the...
Many of my clients wish they noticed the first signs of postpartum depression and started therapy earlier. It is hard to know if it’s early signs of postpartum depression, sleep deprivation, baby blues or a combination of these. However, if you’ve been...
Studies show that around 55% of women experience intrusive thoughts in postpartum. These thoughts are disturbing and feel out of our nature. It’s important to know how to deal with them and when to reach out for further help. With my second baby, I’ve been more...
When your baby is crying inconsolably, it can make you feel overwhelmed, frustrated and even angry. However, there are ways that can help you stay calm in the storm which might help your baby to calm down faster as well. What I’ve learned with babies and children is...
My 10-week-old wakes up 3+ times a night. With my first daughter, I dreaded every night and hated each wake-up. This time around I have found ways to make waking up in the middle of the night with my baby more enjoyable. Waking up with your baby in the middle...
Many couples struggle with dividing the household chores equally to make sure one person is not doing it all. This article can help you learn how to make equal household chore division possible! With most of my postpartum clients, at one point during our work...
In this article, you will learn what I’m doing differently during my second pregnancy after I’ve been working with the perinatal population for 4 years. Currently, I’m 35 weeks pregnant and ready to be done with being pregnant. I’ve been more anxious as I have more...
Lots of new moms feel isolated in postpartum. It can feel like you are stuck at home with your newborn with nowhere to go or no one to talk to. Days can get long and mundane which will make you consider how to spice things up. A great way to get out of the rut is by...
