There are three simple words that have the power to lower our stress and prevent depression and anxiety: I can relate! The Power of acknowledging that I ca...
Are You At Risk for Pregnancy Depression? – Relationships
What are some triggers that may be causing conflict between you and your partner? In this 18sec video, I identify the third major risk factor that can affe...
How to Keep Calm and Survive Your Pregnancy Brain
Some pregnant women find family events, work parties or holidays more difficult than usual because they are often laden with conversations and comments abo...
Pregnancy Depression is Caused by Hormones… Not.
The short video we shared last week identified four factors that put women at higher risk of depression/anxiety during depression. But what kind of role do...
Looking Good Has Never Been So Bad for You
The pressure is on pregnant women from all sides. Netflix. Commercials. Women’s magazines. Other women. And the message is the same: Look great… at all...
The Perils of Perfectionism During Pregnancy – Part 3
In the last post, I shared about the destructiveness of unhealthy perfectionism. I’m a recovering perfectionist, and I understand first-hand the pain of ...
#BellLetsTalk: What Keeps Pregnant Women Quiet
She wanted to tell someone. Anyone. But telling came at a big price. The should have’s. The should do’s. The you should not’s. And she just couldn’...
Holiday Survival Guide for New and Expectant Parents
There’s a quote that is attributed to the American spiritual teacher Ram Dass that goes, “If you think you’re enlightened, go spend a week with y...