What do you get when you combine life as a therapist and as a mom (to be)? Let's find out.
For someone who knows and preaches the importance of self-care I had been letting a lot of little things slack. In my daily exhaustion sometimes the best I could do was plop on the couch and stay there. This morning I had a little energy so I finally took care of those little tasks that … Continue reading Feeling human again… for now
I'm not sure exactly when it happened, but at some point I became invisible to the general public. Maybe it was when I got married, or maybe it was when I turned 30, but regardless, I stopped getting attention from strangers like I did in my early 20's. For me it was great. I had … Continue reading People love (or hate) a pregnant woman
I almost forgot this happened. Story time! Whether you believe in signs or just coincidences, I think this is a good one. By now we know we are expecting a boy. But many moons ago, not only did I not know I was having a boy, I didn't know I was even pregnant. At least … Continue reading The universe told me so
You read that title right. You'd think it would be the opposite right? I've talked about the plethora of pregnancy symptoms I've experienced. One of them has been a runny, stuffy, clogged nose every. single. day. Yes, that is actually a pregnancy symptom! Having never struggled with allergies or any other sinus issues this is … Continue reading How being pregnant has given me more compassion for my husband
As my belly grows, My butt does too. My ever changing body, Doesn't know what to do. The aches start up, The pains flare. No longer can I sit, Or walk without a care. My days drag, I hurt from toe to head. I'd rather sleep, All day in my bed. But on the horizon, … Continue reading Ode to my chiropractor
This morning I woke up feeling overwhelmed. All my "to-dos" for the day started immediately looping through my head. The needs of my clients and my growing baby felt like a weight on my chest (and belly... literally). The idea of continuing to manage my pregnancy, my practice, and grow this page effectively, without slacking … Continue reading Overwhelmed
Before actually getting pregnant I assumed I would tackle the task as I have everything else in life and that I'd be greeted with success. My hard work has paid off for me in most cases and I consider myself resilient and strong. I'm also fortunate in that I have no allergies, no skin sensitivities, … Continue reading I thought I would be “good” at being pregnant
Last night was another among many that I just simply did not sleep. I have analyzed this to death. I've compared the time of day I take my prenatal on nights I sleep versus night I don't, the food I've eaten that day, the activities I've engaged in, etc. In talking with other people, including … Continue reading Pregnancy insomnia
Pregnancy has been an interesting process to share with my clients. Normally my life is pretty private and separate. I remain veiled so that my clients may project whatever thoughts and feelings they have onto me to best process how they need to. That has changed a lot since being pregnant. I have a very … Continue reading Confessions of a pregnant therapist
We spent a good amount of time with family and friends this weekend. Between a wedding, a lake day, and helping our friends tear out their kitchen we got in some good face time. This weekend taught me that I have wonderful, amazing, supportive people in my life. It also taught me that they are … Continue reading People lie to you when you’re pregnant