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21 Things Not to Say to Someone Struggling with Mental Health

There are so many different things that people struggle with under the broad term "mental health". Just a few months ago I was diagnosed with ADHD. A few months before that I was diagnosed as having severe general anxiety and depression. Two weeks ago my psychiatrist told me I have bipolar. It didn't really come [...]

Self Care for Moms with cariPRO

Adding a Simple Step of Self Care When You're a Busy Mom (Plus a GIVEAWAY!) Let's be real for a minute... When you're a busy mom, do you actually make the time to brush your teeth two times a day? I know I didn't. At least, I never used to. Sure, it only takes two [...]

14 Things You Can Do for a New Mom

I recently wrote a post about creating a village when there is none. It always surprises me how many people are lacking "the village", even though I've definitely been there. One of the things I think is the most important in creating a village in the lack of one is being a village. Reaching out [...]

A Letter to My Friends; When I Suck at Being a Friend

Dear Friends; I suck at being a friend right now. And I'm really sorry- but I'm also not. You see... I'm learning how to say no. I'm learning how to prioritize what I need to do to keep my own head above water. It's kind of like you're swimming with someone, and you start drowning. [...]