The Impact of Stress on Parenthood
When we consider how stress is hurting us, we’re more likely to ask ourselves where our stress is coming from and what we personally need! Clinician, Marie Motley, has some thoughts.
Helping Your Child Identify Negative Self-Talk
Hearing your child put themselves down can bring up a lot of feelings for you as a parent! Parent Coach, Gretchen Herter, shares what we can do in those moments to improve our child’s self-talk and get to the root of the problem.
Parenting Under the Influence
Is having a drink serving you in the same way it’s marketed to? Mommy Wine Culture is nothing new, and while some people may find drinking a non-issue, Kate Graham, LMHC and SEP shares her take on drinking in parenthood and gets curious about what we might really be seeking.
Tips for Partner Travel When You’re a Parent
If you parent with a partner or spouse, it can feel challenging to adjust to bouts of time when one partner is away for work or fun. Clinician, Ali Schmitt, shares how she and her husband get ahead of the added mental and physical load of parenting on your own.
Beyond the Baby Blues: How Postpartum Sleep Impacts Mental Health
What is the real impact of sleep deprivation on your mental health? Sleep scientist, Dr. Erin Flynn-Evans shares the evidence and how we can all improve our sleep quality as parents.
A Therapist’s Guide to Self-Harm
March is Self-Harm Awareness month and clinician, Amy Corbett, underlines facts about what it is and what is isn’t as well as how to support yourself or your loved one who engages in the act.
Disordered Eating in Motherhood
Clinician, Maureen Cary, sheds light on disordered eating in motherhood as part of our efforts to support Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
Matching the Size of the Reaction to the Size of the Problem in Parenting
We’ve all heard the saying “Don’t cry over spilled milk.” How do we assess and redirect our kids (and ourselves!) when the size of their reaction doesn’t match the size of the problem. Parent Coach, Gretchen Herter, shares her tips.
7 Ways Therapists Show Self-Love
Our relationship with ourselves is the most important one we have. See how our clinicians show self-love and how that carries into their relationships and life outside themselves.
Why I Gift Myself with Therapy
What’s the best gift you give yourself? Marketing Director, Morgan Burke, shares how and why therapy has played such a pivotal role in her own self-care routine and why it’s a gift worth giving to herself.
12 Self-Care Hacks for Parents
Self-care is all the buzz, but many ideas like extended time alone or luxury retreats aren’t possible and don’t change how our lives feel day-to-day. Slee shares practical, easy ways to care for yourself and your nervous system regularly.
How to Heal the Mother Wound
Have you ever heard of the mother wound? It plays a considerable role in your mind, body and of course, your own parenting. Sarah Harmon shares what it is, how it impacts us and what we can do about it.
19 Therapist-Recommended Books for Parents
So many parenting books, but which ones have staying power? Marketing Director, Morgan Burke, dishes out the most recommended books for parents by Parent Wellness Group clinicians.
Building On Our Vision: Creating a Village of Support for Parents
On the second anniversary of Parent Wellness Group, founder Sarah Harmon shares the vision of expansion to create an even more robust village of support for parents.
Group Therapy for NEW Moms
Ali Schmitt, who leads our group therapy for new moms, digs into the who, what, when, where and why of our next group beginning December 1st!
A Vote for Couples Therapy
If you assume that your marriage or relationship needs to be falling apart to warrant couples therapy, Sarah Harmon is here to give you her two cents on couples support and it gets her vote as a must-have in any marriage.
How to Manage Complicated Relationships with Your In-Laws
For many of us, increased family time is around the corner. Marie Motley dives into how we can manage - and thrive in! - our complicated in-law relationships. Read more.
Navigating the Storm: My Journey Through Miscarriage and Beyond
Miscarriage and loss are painful topics that aren’t always talked about. Jamie O’Day of NAPS shares her personal journey, guidance for support, and some ideas for how to help a friend or loved one going through loss.
One Mom’s Successful Approach to Postpartum Recovery Support
Community parent, Emily, shares how she navigated postpartum life and support
What is Sex Therapy?
Director of Couple Support, Rebecca Eudy, shares all you need to know about sex therapy and how it can help couples.