Postpartum Depression or Baby Blues
The period of time after having a baby is intense. There is major sleep deprivation, physical healing from childbirth (which is no joke and definitely doesn't get talked about enough), your hormones are going up and down, you're learning about this brand new baby that you are now taking care of and is dependent for every need, not to mention navigating the changes and transitions that happen within your relationship and family after having a baby. There is a term called the "baby blues" which is to describe the emotional state of those first couples weeks after giving child birth. How do you know if it’s the “baby blues” or something more, like Postpartum Depression? Read on to learn more.
What is Mindful Parenting?
Mindful parenting is based on the concept of mindfulness.
Mindfulness is about focusing your awareness on the present moment and acknowledging your current feelings, thoughts and body sensations without putting any judgement on them.
Mindful parenting is about being present and intentional in your parenting efforts.
Breathing Exercises for Anxiety
When we are under a lot of stress and/or experiencing anxiety our breath is often constricted. This shallow breathing can then create even more feelings of stress and anxiety within us. It’s important to become more aware and mindful of our breathing. Checking in with ourselves and engaging in a deep breathing exercise can do wonders for our well-being.
What is Mindfulness | Mindfulness and Mental Health
Mindfulness is basically about being present in the moment right now. It is a big key to help us develop more awareness of our more “automatic” processes. Read on to learn more about Mindfulness and ways you can practice it.
COVID-19 Pandemic | How to help yourself in times of stress & uncertainty
We are all definitely in very uncharted territory with the COVID-19 pandemic, stay at home orders and social distancing. It’s a lot to take in not to mention the very sudden and huge upheavals of our routines and of course all the financial and job insecurity that comes with all this too. Here are some things you can start to do now to help yourself get through this time.
How to Create a Journaling Practice
Journaling has recently gained popularity again and for good reason! Research has shown that writing out your thoughts by hand engage areas of the brain used for a higher level of process and learning. Basically by writing things out, we are able to develop a deeper understand about ourselves and learn new ways to be. Read on for some helpful tips on starting a journaling practice.
Transitioning into Parenthood
Becoming a parent changes you in ways you never would have imagined. Here are some tips to help yourself as you enter this new amazing and equally terrifying stage- Parenthood!
Is it Worry or Anxiety | Do I Have Anxiety?
We have more than 50,000 thoughts a day and most of those thoughts are negative. Read on to learn more about worry versus anxiety.
All About Online Therapy | Virtual Therapy | Telehealth
Over the past decade and especially the past couple of years, online therapy has grown and become increasingly popular.
Online therapy, also known as telehealth, virtual therapy, distance therapy, and web therapy is receiving mental health therapeutic services via the internet.
What to Expect in the First Therapy Session
You are Here. You made your first appointment for therapy. It’s understandable to feel nervous. Knowing what to expect can help ease some of those worries. Read on to learn more about that first appointment and how you can make the most of it.
All About Therapy | Learn about Therapy
Starting therapy can be a very anxiety-provoking experience. Likely you have been struggling for awhile and it’s gotten to a point where you are ready to get better. Taking that first step to contact a therapist is hard. It’s hard to open up and share about your struggles.