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Post-Weaning Depression: What is it and what can you do?
READ MORE >: Post-Weaning Depression: What is it and what can you do?Oh baby. Literally. (Well. Maybe metaphorically. This could be happening while you have a toddler. But. I digress, and we haven’t even begun!) You’re weaning your baby or toddler from breastfeeding and all-of-a-sudden you feel…
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“I wish I could disappear”: Escapism as a Mom
READ MORE >: “I wish I could disappear”: Escapism as a MomHi mommas, We’ve been thinking about you a lot. (We = our team of STL therapists.) Sometimes we write blogs based on what we’re hearing a lot about in session. This is one of those. …
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Creating Holiday Magic Without the Burnout: A St. Louis Parent’s Guide
READ MORE >: Creating Holiday Magic Without the Burnout: A St. Louis Parent’s GuideThe holiday season is a time of wonder and excitement, especially for children. As parents, we want to create special memories that our kids will cherish for years to come. But the pressure to make…
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Can You Afford NOT to Start Therapy?
READ MORE >: Can You Afford NOT to Start Therapy?Investing in your mental health through therapy is one of the most valuable decisions you can make for your overall well-being. While the cost of therapy may seem daunting at first (and trust us, we…
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Understanding Maternal Rage: What It Is and How We Can Help
READ MORE >: Understanding Maternal Rage: What It Is and How We Can HelpMotherhood is often painted as a season of joy, deep love, and personal fulfillment. But what happens when, instead of feeling only love, a mom feels her patience wearing thin or experiences a rage that…
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Maintaining Your Mental Health in Winter Months
READ MORE >: Maintaining Your Mental Health in Winter MonthsAs the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, some of us start to feel the shift—not just in the weather but in our mood, too. If you’ve noticed that you’re feeling a little more…
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Surviving the Holidays as a Couple: A Guide to Balancing Love, Family, and Festivities
READ MORE >: Surviving the Holidays as a Couple: A Guide to Balancing Love, Family, and FestivitiesThe holiday season isn’t just about decking the halls and wrapping gifts—it kicks off well before Christmas, starting with Halloween’s spooky fun and rolling into Thanksgiving’s feast. And let’s not forget, in a city like…
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Supporting Grieving Children: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers
READ MORE >: Supporting Grieving Children: A Guide for Parents & CaregiversGrief is a complex emotion that affects people of all ages, but it can be particularly challenging for children to process and express. As parents, it’s crucial to recognize that grief in children often manifests…
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Navigating the Holidays with Chronic Illness: Finding Joy Amidst the Struggle
READ MORE >: Navigating the Holidays with Chronic Illness: Finding Joy Amidst the StruggleThe holiday season is often painted as a time of pure joy, family gatherings, and festive celebrations. There are twinkling lights, familiar holiday songs, and an almost universal sense of excitement as the year comes…
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Navigating Pregnancy and Infant Loss: A Mental Health Perspective
READ MORE >: Navigating Pregnancy and Infant Loss: A Mental Health PerspectiveOctober brings awareness to many important causes, but one that often remains in the shadows is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness. For those who have experienced this type of loss, this month can be a…