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The holiday season is truly in full swing, and no matter what holidays you and your family will celebrate, this time of year brings places to go, people to see, and gifts to buy galore. And so much stress. For me, with two preschoolers and an array of family nearby and out of state, surviving … [Read more...]
I will never forget the day my mom received a call that her mom/my grandmother had breast cancer. My mom cried in my arms. I was 16 year old and it was the first time Mom had ever done that. The fear and anguish we felt that day is cemented in my memory forever. Last week, my beautiful … [Read more...]
What an interesting week its already been! On Monday Lee Jeans posted my Mom Body Image Roller Coaster post on their Facebook page including this graphic of little ole me. -----------------> Then today MomsRising.org emailed an "Action Alert" to all of its members … [Read more...]
I recently shared with you my struggles with weight, body image and self image in the The Mom Body Image Roller Coaster. And in that post I promised to give you a bit more info about how my husband and I and some friends have been changing the way we eat and the way we look. I know its not about … [Read more...]
The Mom Body Image Roller Coaster. I've struggled with depression for many years. And with it my weight. And of course pregnancy and motherhood brings on a whole new level of mental and physical challenges. Back in 2005 when my husband and I were trying to conceive our first child (for a … [Read more...]
In case you missed it, I'm over at Postpartum Progress talking about Depression, Body Image and Weight Gain. Come by and let me know your thoughts. I'm pretty certain this is a big issue for many people. It's nice to know we're not alone. … [Read more...]
I truly can't believe its been almost 11 months since I started this blog inspired by and in honor of my friend who died by suicide. Since the day I began writing I've been striving for many things. But most importantly I've been striving for better mental health, for myself and for others. There … [Read more...]
Just before getting pregnant with Ellie in 2009, my psychiatrist suggested I have my thyroid levels checked. She said that some times abnormal thyroid levels can cause psychiatric symptoms such as depression and fatigue, so it was worth a look. No one had ever suggested checking my thyroid before, … [Read more...]
Mango Cashew Cornbread Stuffing (Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free) We've discovered during the past year that my son and daughter are both gluten and dairy intolerant. My husband is gluten-free too, so I blame him. ;) The good news is that changing Ronin's diet has helped his anxiety-related sleep … [Read more...]
I hope you're all having a fun Halloween. Unfortunately, our household is a little under the weather but we'll still be dressing up to try and have some fun. I think its important for me, John and for our kids to have days like Halloween to bring joy and creativity into our lives. Its moments like … [Read more...]
I'm truly grateful to have Jessie guest posting today. Hers is a story of a continuing and recent journey through breast cancer so her perspective and information is invaluable. Don't forget I have a giveaway going on HERE for one of her Spots water color and sterling necklaces in honor of her and … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness and Giveaway! Its still breast cancer awareness month so I wanted to do a couple things this week. It is a very important cause, and to me personally. My grandmother is a breast cancer survivor. So its something that I think about as a possibility for my mom, and … [Read more...]
Today October 5th is my son Ronin's 4th Birthday! Today October 5th is my brother Ron's 35th Birthday! Today October 5th is the day when more children are born each year than any other day. Wow! Who knew!? When Ronin was born, I had already been suffering from prenatal and perinatal … [Read more...]
My Top 10: Why Breastfeeding Rocks. Last week during World Breastfeeding Week, I went a little against the grain and left Ellie for 4 nights for the first time. Unsure if it might be the end of our nursing relationship, I was feeling a little uncomfortable about doing a Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Mark your calendar! Help fight the stigma of mental illness and save lives. Tracie Mason Holton of Purposeful Practices Project and Cristi Comes of Motherhood Unadorned cordially invite you: WHAT: "Move It for Mental Health" Daylong event of yoga, dance, exercise and mindful martial arts classes … [Read more...]
Mark your calendar! Help fight the stigma of mental illness and save lives. Tracie Mason Holton of Purposeful Practices Project and Cristi Comes of Motherhood Unadorned cordially invite you: WHAT: "Move It for Mental Health" Daylong event of yoga, dance, exercise and mindful martial arts classes … [Read more...]
Right now I'm on a jet plane with free wifi, so i just HAD to post...from 38,000 feet above California! -------------------------------------------------- Butterflies are NOT my favorite. When I'm at the height of anxiety they flow from my chest into my arms and hands and can be such a dreadful … [Read more...]
In the Seattle area? Please check out this info for Motherhood Unadorned & Purposeful Practices Project's MOVE for Mental Health Event! … [Read more...]
Oh mama! We took Ronin (my 3 1/2 year old) to the Naturopath a couple weeks ago to look into his anxiety. Yes, I know, he's only 3 but he's been an exceedingly shy, cautious and anxious kid almost from birth. He has terrible sleep, including night terrors, tosses and turns like crazy, and sweats up … [Read more...]
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