Self Care + Mental Health

It's January, which means I'm still trying to actually stick to my New Year's resolutions. Come February, all bets are off. But if you made any resolutions with the hope to improve your life (like I did) then you may...

Deadlines. Doctor appointments. Recitals. Rehearsals. Homework. There’s no denying, moms (and really all caregivers) tend to have all of this and MORE on their to-do lists each day. It’s no wonder, then, that taking time for themselves and their mental...

I don't recall a day in the last 18 years that I haven't prayed {and let's just be honest, worried about more than prayed} for my kids to succeed. When they were first born, success was a night of...

I should start by saying that yes, I contribute regularly to Houston Moms Blog. And no, I don't usually publish anonymously. My reasons for doing so on this particular post, focusing on mental health issues with my child, are...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqKtKQYtqVE&feature=youtu.be It’s almost midnight and I can’t sleep.  Which is odd, because my pillow is lumpy in the right places, my sheets are off-brand silky, and my down comforter is somewhat clean {kids, eh?}. The only sound disturbing the night is...

Post-weaning depression is a not often talked about, but very real mental health condition.  When my fourth son came into the world, I thought I was prepared. I naively thought, “I must have seen it all by now. I’ll be...

Sleep. That elusive, fickle, spectacular magic.  Restorative. Sublime. Requirement for your continuous breath {she a diva}.  I think about her, often. Curse her name in the dark. Sacrifice my beauty in an attempt to gain her favor.  She hides. Not under the covers,...

Disclaimer: The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for psychotherapy, nor does it constitute a client/therapist relationship. If you are in crisis, call the crisis hotline at 600-273-TALK.  The Sex Talk Q:What are the best resources...

Deciding when to get your teen in counseling is not always black and white. Parents can feel nervous about this step and potentially feel unsure about the stigma that comes with having their child in therapy. You are not...

While the holidays can be filled with magic and merry, they can also be fraught with overtired, whiney kids {and adults} who are constantly on the verge of a meltdown. So, what can we do about it? I certainly...