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Incorporating Self-Care into Your Daily Routine: Building A Therapist Mom's Toolkit
In the day-to-day reality of a Therapist Mom, the To-Do list stands as proof of the many responsibilities of a Therapist Mom.
Why Working Moms Struggle the Most: A Therapist Mom's Perspective
As a working mom and a therapist, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the unique challenges you face every day. You juggle many roles, from being a parent, a partner, a professional, and everywhere in between. Then you're expected to find time for yourself too. Most days feel like a tightrope walk, balancing carefully between your responsibilities and your own wellbeing.
The Power of Self-Care Circle for Therapist Moms
Finding Your Voice
Asking for support is never easy, especially when you're asking your partner for something you know will add stress to their life. You care about your partner deeply, and as a TheraMama, your instinct is to be the pillar of strength, not to add more weight to their load. The challenge of expressing your own needs becomes a formidable task, a territory unexplored in your daily role of providing support and care to others.
Ten Strategies for Self-Care in the Busy World of a Therapist Mom
As a mom and a therapist, you're all too familiar with the juggling act that your life can be. Your days are filled with clients' emotional needs, family dinners, school runs, and often the selfless task of putting everyone else before you.
A Therapist Mom's Guide to Surviving Kids Being Off School
Life as a therapist mom is already a juggling act. The holidays can often throw an extra couple balls into the air. Fear not! Managing it is completely doable with planning and flexibility. And sometimes, a little holiday creativity.
The Merry Rejuvenation: 22 Ways A Therapist Mom Can (Re)Fill Her Cup Over The Holidays
The holiday season is undeniably magical, filled with the warmth of family gatherings, festive decorations, and the joy of giving. Yet, amidst the enchantment, there's a unique challenge that often goes unnoticed—the struggle of a Therapist Mom.
Having Courageous Conversations About Your Self-Care Needs: A Guide For Therapist Moms
Asking for support is never easy, especially when you're asking your partner for something you know will add stress to their life.
The Weight of “Lazy” on Women
Let's dive into a conversation that tugs at the heartstrings of our shared experience – the insidious impact of the word "lazy" on women. Now, I know we throw the word around casually, but have you ever stopped to consider its weight and the unfair burden it often places on our shoulders?
(Re)Defining Self-Care For Therapist Moms In A World of Buzzwords
Let's be real - self-care has become a buzzword, a trend, and often, an overused cliche. You can't scroll through social media, browse a lifestyle magazine, or have a casual conversation without encountering the term self-care. But beneath the glittering facade of scented candles, bubble baths, and social media hashtags, lies a deeper, more authentic conversation about what self-care truly means.
“How Can I Take My Kid To The Pumpkin Patch Without Losing My Shit?”
Pumpkin patches, the quintessential fall adventure, can quickly turn into a whirlwind of chaos when you're a mom trying to keep your cool. The promise of idyllic family moments often collides with the reality of restless little ones, long lines, and the unexpected curveballs that parenting throws your way.