[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] By Richard Black of The Unfit Father Most of the time, around December, people write a couple of sentences and maybe a paragraph or two on Facebook, in a card, or even in a publication about the blessings they’ve received over the past year and the […]
SPM
Depression and the Day I Realized I Wasn’t OK
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] By Crystal Cook of The Qwiet Muse It could be a funny story, but it isn’t. I’ve only shared it with a few, and while I’ll admit to putting a humorous spin on it a time or two — you can make something sound less awful […]
How To Annoy A Tween in 10 Easy Steps
By Marcia Kester Doyle of Menopausal Mother I think we can all agree that cuddly newborns and giggling toddlers are adorable. We’re quick to hit the “like” button when memes and videos featuring this age group inundate our Facebook feed. But something frightening happens when children hit the tween stage. They morph […]
9 Things to Do While You Wait to Give Birth
I’m 40 weeks, 5 hours, and 41 minutes pregnant. I’m really pissed off about those last 5 hours and 41 minutes. I needed this baby to arrive on time, if not early, because I’m losing my fucking mind here, people. I’ve been on maternity leave for a week, thinking for […]
23 Reasons to STOP Telling Us You’re an Introvert
By Michelle Riddell If you have internet access, chances are you have taken one of those self-diagnostic tests for the latest health syndrome or personality disorder. Don’t be ashamed—we all have. Most likely you tested positive for whatever it was because, quite frankly, everyone does. If you remove eggs from […]
My Trip to the Therapist: Mindfulness or Mindbend?
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] By Julie Walthers of Ghost Editorial I found a woman through an online portal for psychologists. She had everything I was looking for: Her office was nearby, she took my insurance, and most importantly, she had an open appointment almost immediately. This therapist had also indicated […]
In the Stillness: Rest and Healing Before Tomorrow’s Climb
By Jenny Jones of Life’s A Polyp I typically find myself anxiously awaiting the new year and the changes it brings. A freshness and newness to the staleness of daily life. New challenges and goals set forth with endless possibilities. The excitement can be overwhelming. But not today. Today I […]
Accepting Help Feels Like Failing at Motherhood
I’m 7 years in to this parenting gig. I’ve grown, birthed, and nursed three fat babies. I’ve lived through having a 2-year old pee on the rug while I was nursing the newborn (many, many times). I’ve sent one off to kindergarten. I’ve flown on planes with them and […]