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Mental Health

Your mental health is not an afterthought, mama! Motherly is right by your side with judgment-free advice and resources.

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You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

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Mama, it’s time to prioritize your needs—even over your kids’

“It doesn’t have to be like this. I’m tired of being so tired. We can take our power back.”

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Mom Guilt is a symptom of a much deeper problem

"Mom guilt is the symptom of a disease plaguing motherhood. It is overwhelmingly an indictment of our society’s failures, not moms’ behavior."

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What a high-anxiety pregnancy taught me about supporting my son

"There is nothing you can do to stop it, but your mind over processes everything as if you were in slow motion."

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‘Critical’ TRIUMPH for New Moms Act moves one step closer to becoming law

The bill recently passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate.

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My secret to parenting with borderline personality disorder

If you need support right now, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline…

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Mothers are burnt out—but is it possible to change that narrative?

While I’m not debating that the deck is stacked against us, I do think it’s possible to change it. 

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AAP now recommends screening all kids 12 and up for depression and suicide risk

Depression and suicide risk in children has reached unprecedented levels. Last year…

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988 is the mental health version of 911, and it’s launching in July

The new national mental health hotline is launching next month, but most states still don’t have funding to support it.

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Forced pregnancy impacts mental health. Here’s how

A study shows that five years after having an abortion, nearly all women say it was the right decision. In contrast, lack of abortion access can lead to anxiety and depression.

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Therapy made me a better mom—and wife

I was so used to giving even when I was on an empty tank. But in the end, I was doing myself (and everyone around me) a disservice.

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When depression makes you feel like an awful parent

"Depression looks different from person to person, just like parenting styles differ from parent to parent."

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Science confirms having more than two kids can be hard on your brain

Having three or more children is equivalent to an additional 6.2 years of aging.

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How to know when anxiety, depression and fatigue are symptoms of physical conditions

Too many doctors are dismissing symptoms of chronic illness as women’s mental health concerns. Here’s how to tell the difference and become your own health advocate.

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3 tips for raising children who advocate for themselves 

Identifying age-appropriate ways for our children to advocate for themselves is just as important as potty training, reading, sharing and even driving safely later in life.

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Domestic violence affects 1 in 4 women. Here’s how to spot the signs

If it isn’t you personally, then it’s likely someone you know. Knowing what to look for can help someone leave a dangerous situation.

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