My first year as a mother of two, was the hardest year of my life. It was the year that I didn’t recognize myself. The year that I felt like a shell of the person I “used to be”. The year that I suffered from postpartum depression. Like many mothers, I didn’t recognize my mental illness until a full year of suffering. I was too busy keeping my infant and toddler fed, happy, and healthy. I had accepted that feeling frustrated, angry, and sad, was my new normal. “This must be w

Introducing your children/child to your new partner is a big milestone in your relationship and it shouldn't be taken lightly. Many single parents struggle with the "when" and "how". The "When" is very selective and individual. Everyone is different and "when" might feel sooner than someone else who would rather wait. The "When" I think it's important to have the discussion with your new partner and see if they are comfortable with meeting. Are your kids ready? Introducin

No one expects it. No one ever says, “I’ll have post partum depression”. But it happens. It creeps up when you least expect it and it can be hard. Women don’t anticipate going through post partum depression since they’re told that being a mom will be the happiest moment in their lives. Though this is true, it is also the most terrifying moment in their life. You will love your baby more than you have ever thought you could love another human being and yet at the same time it