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Tips to Cope with Mom Guilt

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?

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!

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

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

College Panic Attacks: How Parents Can Help

College Panic Attacks: How Parents Can Help

Sending your child off to college is a big event – for everyone. You have to get adjusted to not having your child at home and your child has to get adjusted to being away from home. What happens when your child calls you during a panic attack? How can you help them?...

Video: Permission to Grieve

Video: Permission to Grieve

Grieving is a natural part of life, whether it's the loss of a loved one or the loss of a job. Watch as Dr. Nicole addresses three common ideas that get in the way of allowing yourself to grieve. Take care, Dr. Nicole