by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
I’ve been feeling down lately. Things that ought to be so nice are just blah, I’m really irritable, it’s easy to get teary, and I feel SO worn out. Because of the stresses and physical depletion that come – amidst all the wonderful parts!...
by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
“It’s funny: during my pregnancy, I took really good care of myself plus got a lot of attention and support from my doctor, husband, and relatives. Even strangers would stop me in the market and remind me to get lots of rest. But now, a year after Allie was born, I...
by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
“Before having kids, I had a lot of energy and felt very healthy. But now, with a 4-year-old and a baby, I’m run down and I get colds frequently. My doctor is sympathetic but says I’m fine. What do you think?” We’ve heard statements like this one from nearly every...
by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
For many of us, the holiday season is a mixed bag. It is a joyful time of year, when families and friends gather in celebration to reaffirm their love and commitment to one another. It can also be a nostalgic time, when we feel our losses and disappointments more...
by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
“When I think back to my own mom, she always seemed so on top of things. I feel dismayed and guilty that I’m not handling things as well and feel a lot more frazzled than she seemed to be.” We’ve heard this comment from many parents, and it’s both poignant and sadly...
by A Happy, Healthy Mom | Feb 12, 2026 | For Mothers
“When my friends without kids tell me they’re ‘so busy,’ I have to laugh quietly to myself. Juggling two children, two mortgages, and two jobs, I have to run fast just to stand still. It all often seems like an incredible grind. I drop into bed exhausted, and then rev...
