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How to Survive Daycare Separation Anxiety: 5 Lessons for Moms
I'll never forget my daughter's first day of daycare. It totally wrecked me. I thought I was abandoning my child, that I was a bad mom,...

Blaire Melius
5 days ago5 min read


Is It Normal Mom Worry or Postpartum Anxiety? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
Let's be real - motherhood can be full of worrying. And as a new mom, it’s completely normal to feel concerned about your baby’s health,...

Blaire Melius
Aug 43 min read


How to Find a Postpartum Therapist in Massachusetts (Without Adding More to Your Mental Load)
You’re googling therapy while holding a baby. Or maybe you’re crying in the bathroom between feedings, wondering why this feels so heavy....

Blaire Melius
Jul 103 min read


Why Am I So Angry After Having a Baby? Understanding Postpartum Rage
Imagine you plug too many appliances into one outlet. A phone charger, a lamp, a space heater, a coffee maker. At first, the outlet seems...

Blaire Melius
Jul 25 min read


The Fourth Trimester: 10 Must-Know Truths for Every New Mom
If you're a new mom, you’ve probably heard about the “fourth trimester” — those first three months after birth that no one really...

Blaire Melius
Jun 275 min read


What No One Tells You About Going From One to Two Kids
Everyone tells you it’s hard, but what they don’t say is that it changes you all over again. Going from one baby to two doesn’t just...

Blaire Melius
May 297 min read


Navigating the Identity Shift in Motherhood: How to Reconnect with Yourself After Baby
Becoming a mom is one of the most profound changes a person can experience. It transforms your world, your priorities, and—whether you’re...

Blaire Melius
Apr 36 min read


How to Stop Overthinking as a New Mom: 7 Simple Strategies from a Therapist
Overthinking as a new mom? You're NOT alone. If your brain feels like it’s running a 24/7 Google search on everything from "is my baby...

Blaire Melius
Feb 214 min read


Ending Maternity Leave: How to Cope with the Guilt and Anxiety As You Return to Work
You knew this day was coming, but somehow, it still doesn’t feel real. One minute, you’re rocking your baby in the middle of the night,...

Blaire Melius
Feb 195 min read


Why Postpartum Feels Like a Paradox: The Opposite Emotions You Might Face
Postpartum is weird. One minute, you're staring at your baby, completely in awe that you created this tiny human. The next, you're crying...

Blaire Melius
Feb 155 min read


Postpartum Rage: Why You Feel So Angry and What Helps
Most people expect postpartum emotions to include exhaustion, sadness, or anxiety—but what about rage? If you find yourself snapping over...

Blaire Melius
Feb 54 min read


How to Support a Friend Struggling with Postpartum Anxiety
Becoming a mom is often painted as this magical, blissful experience, right? But for some, it’s not all rainbows and baby snuggles....

Blaire Melius
Jan 165 min read


5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Postpartum
Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most incredible and life-changing experiences—but let’s be real, it can also be completely...

Blaire Melius
Jan 154 min read


Postpartum and Missing Your Old Life?
Bringing a new baby into the world is one of the most life-changing experiences you might go through. But what no one warns you about is...

Blaire Melius
Nov 7, 20244 min read


5 Do's and Dont's for Postpartum Anxiety
Navigating Postpartum Anxiety: Essential Do's and Don'ts for New Moms Becoming a mom is one of life's most transformative experiences,...

Blaire Melius
Sep 4, 20245 min read


How to Incorporate Cognitive Restructuring into Your Postpartum Routine: Therapy Techniques for Challenging Negative Thoughts
Trust me, I get it. The postpartum period can be a total whirlwind of emotions and adjustments. And for so many new moms, navigating...

Blaire Melius
Aug 20, 20242 min read


5 Coping Strategies for Postpartum Anxiety
If you found yourself googling for "Coping Strategies for Postpartum Anxiety" and feeling frustrated at the lack of practical, helpful...

Blaire Melius
Jul 7, 20242 min read


How to Support Your Newly Postpartum Partner
Welcoming a baby into the world can be a mixed experience of joy, immense change, and adjustment. While so much attention is given to the...

Blaire Melius
May 24, 20243 min read


10 Postpartum Affirmations
You just had a baby - and you're undergoing a profound and transformative experience. Yet despite the excitement, you are also navigating...

Blaire Melius
Jan 9, 20241 min read


Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression? Knowing the Difference & Therapy for New Moms
Becoming a parent can be an incredible experience, but it can also be a really hard one. Many new moms experience a wide range of...

Blaire Melius
Jun 28, 20232 min read
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