What’s worse than PMS? FMGS (False Mother Guilt Sydrome)
Today I was working with a really awesome woman, let’s call her Ann. Ann is a mom of 3 kids under 6 years old (and a puppy to add to the chaos). She is a loving wife. She supports her husband’s career growth, even though it often takes him away from home. Ann chose to put her career […]
What to do When Your Kid Calls You Selfish
“Don’t you know that Mommy and Daddy think you and your brother are the most important people in the world?” a mother asks rhetorically as she tries to reassure her son. Imagine her surprise when her son responds, “No, Mommy, you think you are more important than I am.” Needless to say she had a […]
The Melancholy Mommy Quiz
Below is a series of questions to help determine if you are a Melancholy Mommy. If you answer “true” to many of these questions, you might want to consider getting help from a licensed professional. At the very least, discuss how you are feeling with loved ones and friends to get extra support. […]
Motherhood: The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love?
I have often thought that the motto for the Peace Corps, “The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love,” might better apply to motherhood. After all, parenting is truly a labor of love. It is our responsibility to teach our children to navigate the outside world, both physically and emotionally, from the moment they are born. From […]
When Mommy Has The Blues
I just finished speaking with a friend who doesn’t seem to be herself lately. A dedicated parent of two, my friend is tired all the time but has trouble sleeping. She either has no appetite or binges on junkfood. She no longer finds joy in the simple pleasures of life. She feels overwhelmed by her […]
