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Pregnancy and the postpartum period bring enormous changes to a mother's body, hormones, identity, relationships, and emotions. For many moms, this transition also brings intrusive thoughts that are unwanted and feel highly distressing. Intrusive thoughts are very common during pregnancy and postpartum. Most moms will experience them at some point. Having a scary or unwanted thought does not mean you want it to happen, and it does not necessarily mean you have obsessive-compu

Becoming a mother is a profound experience that brings many changes to a woman's life. It changes her physically, emotionally, psychologically, socially, and spiritually. Matrescence describes this developmental transformation that is rarely discussed but that all women experience. Learn what matrescence is, how to navigate this often overwhelming and disorienting period, and feel less alone and more supported in your matrescence and motherhood journey.

Motherhood in the Digital Age: Navigating Screen Time and Doomscrolling Motherhood in the digital age is complex. Many moms struggle with their own screen time while simultaneously trying to manage their children's use of screens. Between social media, 24/7 news cycles, endless notifications, and the highly addictive habit of doomscrolling, it’s never been easier to feel overstimulated, distracted, and disconnected from ourselves and from the people we care most about. If you

What Is Intensive Mothering? Intensive mothering is a cultural ideal that expects mothers to devote an extraordinary amount of time, energy, and resources to their children. This model demands that mothers be the primary caregivers, always available, emotionally attuned, and deeply involved in every aspect of their child’s life. It promotes the idea that good mothering requires constant sacrifice and selflessness. This concept became widely discussed in the 1990s through the

Going on retreats has become a regular part of my self-care plan and has been transformative for both my personal and professional growth and healing journey. Over the last several years, it's become something I prioritize at least once or twice a year. Each time I return home, I feel more grounded and whole. I have more patience for myself and others. I have more mental clarity and feel more connected to my purpose and who I am beneath the noise and demands of everyday life.

The start of a new school year always brings a mix of emotions, including hope, excitement, and often a bit of anxiety and stress. But it...

By Jessica Spaman, LICSW May is Mental Health Awareness Month— and with Mother’s Day around the corner, there’s no better time to talk...

The weight of our world is feeling heavy and overwhelming – If you are finding yourself in a constant state of fight or flight, know you...

6 Ways to create more joy, connection, and presence this holiday season.