Having my beautiful daughter Alice was the best thing to have happened to me. When she stares up at me with her deep blue eyes, care free and untainted by the world, I melt like a marshmallow over a campfire. However, a hard realization struck me; depression does not discriminate. It does not care that … Continue reading What I’ve learned about depression as a new mom.
Hyperemesis Gravidarum made me loathe pregnancy.
Women are told from the moment they can hold their first doll or barbie how wonderful being a mommy is. We hear all about pregnancy glow, the miracle of child birth, etc the second we escape the womb it seems. However, for some women, such as me, pregnancy is the opposite of a glowing time … Continue reading Hyperemesis Gravidarum made me loathe pregnancy.
Deciding between breastfeeding or taking my medications.
Mothers already face a ton of hardship between raising their child in a way that best suits them while hearing from all angles what the "right" way to parent is. It seems everyone has an opinion on this subject, regardless of circumstances. While there is no right way, at least in my opinion as long … Continue reading Deciding between breastfeeding or taking my medications.
Things to not feel ashamed of if you’re disabled.
We are all human and flawed and that makes us beautiful.
When it feels depression has robbed me of my passion.
The last few months I have been incredibly ill due to hyperemesis gravidarum (extreme morning sickness in pregnancy) and POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.) This has left me feeling drained beyond repair, beaten down by life, and utterly hopeless that the future could possibly shine bright again. With incessant vomiting, it felt as though I … Continue reading When it feels depression has robbed me of my passion.
I got my first professional massage!
It's been on my bucket list for a long time to get a real massage. Not just one my husband attempts to provide; though his efforts are appreciated he doesn't know technique for muscle relaxation. I was in Wisconsin Dells for the night and looked up local massage. I found a woman (Rachael) who worked … Continue reading I got my first professional massage!
Why talk about mental health?
Because it's vital, that's why.
I haven’t blogged in a while due to increased illness
Being ill doesn't equate being a burden.
How to help a loved one who is suicidal.
How to help your loved one if they are suicidal.
Having fun is more important than we realize.
If you're grieving your old life, don't forget to have fun in your new circumstances.
