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How being a “control freak” ruined my first postpartum months
A few years back, a friend told me that I was a control freak. I was offended and did not want to believe they were right. Nobody likes labels, especially when they carry a negative connotation. "Are you sure you aren't calling me that because you are jealous of my...
People pleasing and parenthood
Are you someone who people describe as a 'nice' person? Do you enjoy helping others, and have a deep sense of empathy? Does setting boundaries feel icky? And do you have trouble saying no? In other words, are you what we call a 'people pleaser'? Me too! It's a...
The postpartum period is over, and I’m still not OK
Being a mother is beautiful. But it's also hard. If you ask any mum who is honest, they will tell you so. In fact, it can be so hard that it can lead to burnout. Sometimes it feels like this is a well-kept secret among mum friends, and not something that we feel safe...
Why am I always snapping at my children and/or partner?
Do you often find yourself wishing you hadn't spoken angrily to you kids? Or you say something to your partner only to regret a minute later the tone in which you said it? We've all been there. While it can be explained due to the many reasons I list below, it can...
Stress and holidays with small kids
Holidays pre- and post-kids Ah, finally, holidays! Looking forward to some time off work, sleeping in, reading books, sorting out your photos, maybe traveling to a place you've always wanted to go to. That is, before you became a parent. 'It's a holiday when the kids...
Coping when your partner is traveling
My husband often has to travel for work. I used to love having a few days for myself before my children were born! And I began to dread them when he started traveling again after the end of the pandemic. Alone with two kids, while working. Help. If you're a single...