If you’re wondering what happens when a mom never gets a break, I’m guessing you’re experiencing some unusual stress and symptoms of that stress. I’ve been there and still go there from time to time. I didn’t know what I was experiencing at first. I thought I was dealing with depression because I have been…
When you think about getting healthier, do you picture a lot of time at the gym and eating salads? Perhaps you picture always feeling good and finally breaking up with sweets. But the truth is, no journey in this life is linear. And that’s how getting rid of all-or-nothing thinking can help you be successful…
Do you wonder if it’s normal to feel overwhelmed as a mother? Do you feel like someone needs something from you every second of the day, or your to-do list never ends? Feeling overwhelmed from time to time, in general, is normal – I know because my friends who don’t have kids get overwhelmed too….
I am recovering from hand, foot, and mouth disease AND strep throat. How can that get any worse? My 1-year-old and 8-year-old had both as well. Being sick sucks. Being a sick mom taking care of a baby or toddler sucks sevenfold. You can barely get out of bed and care for yourself, let alone…
We have been given these precious lives to be parents of, and it’s a hard and sometimes thankless job. And, despite the temper tantrums and power struggles, we have a lot to be grateful for. Gratitude for moms is a practice, not a one-and-done thing to say. If we moms practice gratitude daily throughout the…
Mother’s Day is a great day to feel appreciated and loved by your family. And while you love the handmade gifts your kids present each Mother’s Day morning, you deserve something good. Like, make-you-life easier-and-healthier good. Mother’s Day wellness gifts from others can disappoint or be kind of offensive, but since you’re gifting yourself, there’s…
Do you have family wellness goals? Things that the whole family strives for to be healthier? Having family health goals are good ways to work and achieve together, bringing you closer and helping you feel your best. Setting family goals doesn’t need to be complicated or formal. They will act as guidelines toward outcomes you…