by Guest Author | Aug 13, 2025 | Motherhood, Parenting, Reproductive Mental Health
Breastfeeding is a special journey that involves so much more than merely feeding your baby; it helps build a strong bond between you and your child, supporting that loving closeness and connection that parents and babies share. While it’s an immensely rewarding...
by Kathryn | Jun 17, 2025 | Motherhood, PTSD, Reproductive Mental Health
A new study published in May 2024 in the Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology caught my attention—mostly because it confirms something I see all the time in therapy: childbirth can be traumatic, and the emotional impact on moms is often overlooked or...
by Kathryn | May 15, 2025 | Motherhood, Reproductive Mental Health
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough: postpartum rage. Not anxiety. Not sadness. Rage.Like…throw-the-phone-across-the-room rage. Yelling-at-your-partner-for-blinking-too-loud rage. Feeling like your insides are boiling over...
by Kathryn | Apr 30, 2025 | Parenting, Reproductive Mental Health
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...
by Kathryn | Oct 15, 2024 | Grief & Loss, Reproductive Mental Health
October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, a day to honor and remember the babies who were lost too soon. For many families, this day brings up waves of emotion—grief, longing, and a sense of what could have been. If you’re a friend, family member, or...
by Kathryn | Aug 21, 2024 | Motherhood, Reproductive Mental Health
When hurricane season hits, hurricane preparedness for nursing moms in Houston becomes a critical part of ensuring your family’s safety. Hurricanes are a reality for those of us living in Houston, and they bring unique challenges for nursing moms and families. Not...
