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Oct 29, 2020
3 min

Finding a New Normal - For New Moms Feeling Alone During Covid

Becoming a new parent can be quite isolating during the most typical times.You’ve stepped away from your career for a bit, are missing...

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Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Aug 11, 2020
3 min

Can Breastfeeding cause Anxiety & Depression?

If you or other women in your family have struggled with depression or anxiety, you may be wondering what effect breastfeeding may have...

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Venus Kennedy, LCMHC

Aug 1, 2020
4 min

Unpacking Mom Guilt and Mom Shame: How to identify the difference between guilt and shame.

Understanding the differences between guilt and shame can help us work through our negative self judgements.

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Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 31, 2020
3 min

School & childcare options during Covid-19...I'm lost in a sea of indecision!

The beginning of the school year has arrived and there's so much to consider as parents are put in the position of making big decisions...

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Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 29, 2020
3 min

Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety: Is It Normal to Worry this Much?

All pregnant women and mothers of newborns worry, right? But for some, this worry and anxiety can be overwhelming and you may be...

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Venus Kennedy, LCMHC

Jul 26, 2020
2 min

Will I get Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anxiety?

Am I at Risk for Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anxiety?

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Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 26, 2020
3 min

Why am I so angry all the time? What is Mom Rage? I never used to feel like this.

What is Mom Rage and how to get help.

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Venus Kennedy, LCMHC

Jun 24, 2020
3 min

Postpartum Depression or the "Baby Blues."

I want to start by telling you to throw out the myths and fantasies of what you thought motherhood would be. YOU ARE NOT A BAD MOM!!!! It...

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