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Mental Health Month is all about breaking down barriers, changing perceptions, and fighting stigma. So I'm working on an upcoming post that I hope will do just that. But I need your help!! I'm creating a photo collage in honor of May as Mental Health Month." I'm inviting those of you who … [Read more...]
Yesterday I admitted my mental health is suffering. I felt so fortunate to get a quick appointment with my psychiatrist today. I truly am lucky that I can reach her quickly and schedule an appointment when I really need it. I know lots of mental health treatment does not go so smoothly. So with … [Read more...]
Finding HOPE in the midst of postpartum depression can be so very trying . I know, I've been there. I understand the isolation, the guilt, the desire to run away. Right now--today--are you struggling? Do you feel like no one will ever understand? Do you feel like a terrible … [Read more...]
Mental health is obviously a big theme around here. Not just the nitty gritty details of mental illness and suicide, but the impact of motherhood on mental health. The every day stuff, as well as the hard to read and hard to think about topics. This May 2013 is Mental Health Awareness Month … [Read more...]
Today is the Spring Equinox (in the Northern Hemisphere), the date of equal day and night--a day of true balance. Its also the beginning of Spring, a time of growth and renewal. I know it may not feel like Spring in many parts of the world ... there may be snow, or hail, or wind but today the … [Read more...]
Are you guys familiar with Minted.com? Minted is an online retailer of personalized printed cards, invitations, paper products and fine art prints. They offer an exclusive assortment of holiday cards, baby announcements, thank you cards and wedding invitations (just to name a few) where the … [Read more...]
Words truly have power. The words we tell ourselves, but also the words we use with others. Words can hurt. AND Words can heal. Its up to us to choose wisely. The way we talk to ourselves--our own inner dialog--and the way we express our thoughts to others truly makes a … [Read more...]
GUEST POST: Elaine N. Schoch is an avid traveler who is busy exploring the world, usually with her two kids in tow. She shares her adventures, travel advice and tips on CarpeTravel.com and @elaineschoch. Traveling is stressful enough but adding kids to the mix completely adds another level of … [Read more...]
Last Thursday I received a phone call from a producer at Anderson Live daytime TV show. "Hi Cristi. Would you be interested in being a guest on our show next Tuesday about the Parenting.com story Xanax Make Me a Better Mom." The story had gone viral and was making news. After panicking for a bit, … [Read more...]
AMAZING! In just 4 days YOU have been so supportive and wonderful. YOU have donated $1,191 to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to honor your loved ones lost way to soon, as well as mine. THANK YOU! I've reached the minimum mark of $1,000 required to participate in the 18-mile walk … [Read more...]
For several months I've been stalking the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention web site to find out when the 2013 National Overnight Walk would be held. I've thought about doing the "biggie" since my first Seattle Out of the Darkness Walk in 2011, and last year it wasn't even too far from … [Read more...]
Next month we're taking a LONG flight with our soon to be-3-year-old & 5-year-old. Both my husband and I live across country from where we grew up so air travel with the kiddos has happened on many occasions. Its not the most fun experience in the world but we've certainly developed a few of our … [Read more...]
Last year Healthy Place: America's Mental Health Channel contacted me to be a part of a new mental health campaign launching today called Stand Up for Mental Health. Stand Up for Mental Health is asking people who have already disclosed their mental health condition, or who are now ready to do so, … [Read more...]
Winner announced 12/21. Meredith L. of Florence, SC. Congrats! Greetings all! This is your last chance to enter my $150.00 Country Outfitter Giveaway! Ends Thursday 12/20 at midnight. TO ENTER: (This is mandatory.) You MUST CLICK HERE and submit your email address to enter.Country … [Read more...]
I just want to preface that the core of this was written early last week prior to the terrible events in CT. I did not publish it on Friday as planned for obvious reasons. As a mother of two preschoolers, my sadness has almost choked me for those poor sweet innocent lives lost and the families … [Read more...]
There are A LOT of great giveaways going on right now for the holidays, so I thought I'd compile a list of some of my favorites just for fun. And provide a handy link-up for all those that I'm sure I've missed. (So if you have a giveaway running in the month of December, feel free to link up!) 1. … [Read more...]
Please welcome my friend Singlemama CC to the blog today for Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). I met CC back in May and she made a big impression on me. She is truly a pull-no-punches, tell-it-like-it-is mama, who fiercely loves her daughter (called the PIT on her blog Not Your Average … [Read more...]
Today October 5th is THE #1 day each year on which more babies are born than any other. And I totally believe that statistic. Today is my first born Ronin's 5th birthday! Happy Birthday Little Man! AND its my brother Ron's 36th birthday. Happy Birthday Little Bro! Today is also the … [Read more...]
#notabadmom is back! And today I'd like to welcome Tracie to the blog. I just love this post because we can so easily feel guilty putting ourselves first as moms. But unless we speak up, get our needs met and feel our best, we can't be our best for our families. Don't you agree? :) Thank you Tracie … [Read more...]
I'm over at Postpartum Progress today sharing my experience with hypnotherapy for trauma. Come on by, and while you're there, please check out the site's incredible resources for families dealing with perinatal and postpartum mental illness. Thank you Katherine for having me over on Postpartum … [Read more...]
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