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...
by Kathryn | Apr 9, 2024 | Depression, Motherhood, Reproductive Mental Health
Hi you. I want you to know that if these walls could talk, they’d echo the voices of so many of the mothers who have sat on my therapy couch. “I just don’t understand why this feels so hard.” “What’s wrong with me? I should be so happy.” “Why do I feel so overwhelmed...
by Kathryn | May 14, 2023 | Motherhood
Mother’s Day is a day of celebration and appreciation for the wonderful mothers and mother figures in our lives. It’s a time to show gratitude for all the love, care, and sacrifice that these amazing women have given us. However, it’s important to...
by Nina Moak | Jul 7, 2021 | Motherhood
First of all HURRAY for creating another life and parenting while also being utterly exhausted and uncomfortable – Congratulations, you’re essentially a superhero! In some ways you’re more prepared for this go around. You already know what brand of diapers and...
by Kathryn | Sep 5, 2020 | Motherhood
You’re breaking from the mental load. It feels like you’re losing thoughts, plans, and intentions left and right, as they spill out of your head like a bowl unsuccessfully trying to hold a few too many precious glass marbles beyond capacity. You’re...
by Kathryn | Feb 26, 2019 | Uncategorized, Motherhood
Dear Kathryn,I am a stay at home mom. I pour myself out all day to meet the needs of my little kiddos. So by the time my husband come home at night, I have no energy left for him. How can I balance my need to practice self-care and his need to spend time with...