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The Problem With Positive Vibes: How Toxic Positivity Harms New Moms
You’ve probably heard some version of it. “Enjoy every moment!”“At least the baby is healthy.”“It goes by so fast.”“Be grateful—you’re so lucky!” These phrases are usually well-intentioned. Most people offering them think they’re being supportive. But for new moms in...
Clean Pain vs Dirty Pain: How We Multiply Our Suffering Without Even Realizing It
There’s a concept I use a lot in therapy called clean pain vs dirty pain. People come to therapy because they’re in some kind of pain—or as we therapists like to call it, psychological suffering. Sometimes that pain is obvious: grief, anxiety, heartbreak, burnout. But...
Bedtime Parenting Strategies: How to Improve Child Behavior and Create a Calmer Routine
Bedtime battles are one of the most common challenges parents face when managing child behavior. From power struggles to endless stalling, evenings can quickly spiral into stress. But with a few consistent parenting strategies, you can create a calmer routine, support...
Do You Have a Sleep Disorder? Signs, Symptoms, and Why You Should Get Checked
We’ve all heard it before—feeling tired is just part of life, right? Maybe you’re a parent of young kids, you’re working long hours, or you’ve dealt with depression or anxiety. Fatigue just comes with the territory. But what if it doesn’t have to? What if the...
Raising Confident Kids: How to Help Your Child Build Self-Love
Beyond the heart-shaped treats and sweet notes, one of the greatest gifts parents can give their children is a deep, lasting love for themselves. Helping kids develop self-esteem and emotional resilience sets the foundation for healthier relationships, stronger coping...
Love, Doubt, and OCD: Understanding Relationship OCD (R-OCD)
Relationships can bring connection, joy, and fulfillment—but for individuals struggling with Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (R-OCD), relationships can also become a source of intense anxiety and self-doubt. R-OCD is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive...