Everyone Asked How She Was. No One Asked About Him. Recognizing and Supporting Fathers’ Grief After Pregnancy Loss
June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about men’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It is also an opportunity to recognize an often-overlooked aspect of men’s mental health: the grief many fathers experience after pregnancy...
Nobody Talks About How Your Relationship With Your Pet Can Change After You Have a Baby
Before I had a baby, my cat was my baby. Her name was Pepper. My phone was full of pictures of her. I noticed every little thing she did. I talked about her constantly. I spent time with her on purpose. We hung out together. She brought me comfort, companionship, and...
Postpartum Rage: Why You Feel So Angry After Having a Baby (and What Helps)
If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your partner, feeling your chest get hot, or needing to walk away because your anger feels like it might spill over, you are not alone. This is something I hear about often from the moms I work with, and it’s one of the most...
Enhancing Breastfeeding Success with Pediatric Occupational Therapy
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...