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Self-Care Tips for New Moms
You’ve waited 9 months to meet your bundle of joy. Despite the books you’ve read, you weren’t exactly prepared for the barrage of emotions you’re feeling or for the little time you seem to have to take care of yourself. It’s easy to be overwhelmed as a new mom, which...
Helping Your Child Cope with Stress
As an adult, you’re all too familiar with stress. Children experience stress too but differently than adults. It’s important to teach your children effective stress coping skills now so that they’re as prepared as they can be when adulthood strikes. Here are some ways...
Tips to Cope with Mom Guilt
Being a mom is the hardest and most rewarding job you'll ever have. It comes with a lot of responsibility and guilty. Yes, guilt. As a mom, you may be asking yourself if you're spending enough time with your child, or if you're loving your child enough. It's only...
What is Postpartum Panic?
Bringing a baby into the world brings about a flood of fears and emotions. It doesn’t matter how many children you have, these fears and emotions will always be there. It’s normal to feel sad and have a bout of the baby blues, but what is postpartum panic? Postpartum...
3 Facts about Marriage: Debunked!
If you watch the news or pick up a magazine these days, you’re likely to see someone talking about how to make your marriage last. How much of that advice is tried and true? It’s often difficult to tell, but we’ve debunked 3 myths that most people believe to be true....
Video: How to Improve Thoughts about Body Image
Getting to a point of self-love and acceptance is crucial for a positive body image. Beauty isn't a particular size or shape; it's how you treat yourself that matters. Take care, Catherine