“Burnout” is a term being used more and more as we navigate ever-changing times with an increasing amount of stress and responsibilities. Although the term has traditionally been used in work-related contexts, there is mounting research diving into how caregiving and parenting roles can also breed feelings of burnout. The International Journal of Environmental Research…
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The Importance of New Moms Support Groups
All Moms Need Support Whether you are a first time mom, or welcoming additional children to your family, a new moms support group can be a lifeline, providing a validating, warm, and supportive space to share your experience and learn from others in this same stage of life. When we share our joys and challenges…
There Is No Health Without Mental Health: Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month
The transition to parenthood is often described as a journey, yet this word does not sufficiently capture the dramatic and profound nature of change and transformation that takes place during this time. A more appropriate term might be “odyssey.” There are very few, if any, other life experiences that match the physical, emotional, mental, relational,…
