Intrusive Thoughts: A Conversation

Intrusive Thoughts: A Conversation

Read First: Let’s Talk About Intrusive Thoughts. I’ve intertwined stories from moms (including myself) who have all experienced intrusive thoughts in one form or another during their postpartum experience. For one mom, she didn’t experience them...
I’m Not Sorry

I’m Not Sorry

As I was sitting in a hospital room with my very pregnant, sick, and dehydrated sister-in-law, I realized I had a bunch of awesome Postpartum Progress Hug Cards in my purse. So, while the nurse was changing out her fluids, I announced I was “going to work.” When I...
I Can’t Enjoy Every Moment

I Can’t Enjoy Every Moment

[Editor’s Note: Today we have a guest post on those “moments” everyone tells you to cherish and the things we hear from other people. -Heather] “Enjoy every moment, won’t you?” I offer a watery smile and nod, but inside my blood freezes and my heart...
When Holidays and Mental Health Clash

When Holidays and Mental Health Clash

I have always adored marching bands. I loved going to high school football games, not just to watch the football and socialize, but to hear the fantastic music echoing from the school’s marching band. The way it drifted across the field and swept from the ground...