Becoming a parent changes you. Honest, reflective writing on the identity shifts, the mental load, and the quiet work of figuring out who you are now.
Did you expect the invisible weight of postpartum?
The constant decision-making.
The second-guessing.
The mental load.
The pressure to know what your baby needs.
The worry that you’re somehow getting it wrong.
The feeling that everyone else seems to be handling motherhood better than you.
If 2020 taught me anything it was to expect and embrace detours. The dictionary definition of a detour is “a long or roundabout route that is taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way.” 2020 was one long detour after another. It is over and a new year has begun, so I […]
Get to know what your parenting expectations are so when the unrealistic expectations creep in, you can kick them to the curb! Part One Have you heard that “your expectations determine your reality?” It is so true especially when it comes to having a new baby at home. Your body, daily routines, sleeping, eating, showering […]
Unrealistic expectations can be harmful because they set us up for failure. Do not let that happen to you! Part Two Setting realistic expectations about life with a newborn. I love helping parents plan and prepare for their postpartum period. Couples make birth plans to help them feel prepared and empowered during their labor and […]
How to Handle Unwanted and Unsolicited Advice Part One As soon as you announce that your family is growing, be prepared for advice to start rolling in! From family members to random strangers, everyone has something to say! Some pieces of advice are helpful; some are annoying and others just down right odd. I wish […]
In Part Two of this blog, I will discuss some of the topics that solicit advice and help you let the advice giver know that you value their thoughts and want to work together and educate each other for the safest outcomes. You may want to take a more gentle approach with someone who seems […]
Every New Year brings new resolutions, some you will keep, others you won’t, and some you will forget about completely. I stopped making resolutions a long time ago and just decided to do what is best for me and my family as we grow throughout the year. I try to remain flexible with a sense of humor along […]
Guest Blogger: Rosalind Pranther They say children don’t come with instruction books. Whoever “they” are haven’t googled parenting advice.
As a non-judgmental postpartum professional coming into your home, first I want you to know that I am not bothered by nor do I expect you to have it “all together” when I get there. I really don’t mind what YOU or your house look like? I really don’t! I don’t care if you spend […]