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How Your Inner Child Can Inform Your Motherhood Experience
Inner child motherhood explores how early experiences shape identity, parenting values, and self-compassion during matrescence.

Jenna
5 days ago2 min read


We Are Wired for Hibernation: Rest and Restoration for New Parents in January
January often arrives with expectations: new goals, fresh starts, and reinvention. But if you are an expectant parent , navigating fertility challenges , coping with pregnancy loss , or caring for a newborn or young children, January may feel heavy, slow, and quiet. And that’s okay. It’s your body and mind responding to the natural rhythm of winter. Winter Is Meant for Rest, Not Reinvention... Even you, New Parents Humans are wired to slow down during winter. Shorter days and

Jenna
Jan 192 min read


Understanding & Healing the Mother Wound
What Is the Mother Wound? The mother wound refers to the deep emotional and psychological imprints left by our earliest relationship with...

Jenna
Sep 25, 20253 min read


Summer's Halfway Point: A Gentle Pause for Reflection
As we reach the middle of summer, social media feeds are flooded with images of perfect beach days, family adventures, and sun-kissed...

Jenna
Jul 30, 20254 min read


Finding Motherhood's Wisdom in Nature: Metaphors for Growth, Healing, and Presence
One of my greatest sources of inspiration is nature. There are so many beautiful metaphors about motherhood that we can take from the...

Jenna
Feb 1, 20254 min read


The New Parent Journey: Understanding Normal Postpartum Experiences and When to Seek Support
As a perinatal mental health therapist, I hear one question more than any other during sessions: "Is what I'm feeling normal?" (Usually...

Jenna
Jan 21, 20253 min read


Honouring Your Pregnancy and Infant Loss: 50 Ways to Create Meaningful Rituals
Pregnancy and infant loss can be one of the most profound, heart-wrenching experiences to navigate. For some, the grief may feel silent,...

Jenna
Oct 20, 20244 min read


Embracing Vulnerability, Authenticity, Shame, and Healing: Brené Brown’s Wisdom for Perinatal Mental Health
Navigating the journey of perinatal mental health can be a profound experience, filled with highs and lows. Renowned researcher and...

Jenna
Jul 29, 20243 min read


Navigating the Complex Emotions of Mother's Day: Understanding the Many Layers of Experience
Mother's Day is often portrayed as a time of celebration, but for many, it brings forth a range of complex emotions beyond the typical...

Jenna
May 6, 20242 min read


Exploring Therapeutic Approaches: Finding Alignment in Your Healing Journey
A blog entry that explores the therapeutic approaches I use the most for perinatal/maternal mental health clients.

Jenna
Apr 29, 20242 min read


Navigating Anger in Motherhood: Coping with the Challenges of Welcoming a Second Child
Welcoming a new baby into the family is undoubtedly a joyous occasion, but it also brings a myriad of challenges, especially for mothers...

Jenna
Mar 6, 20243 min read


How to Cope with Secondary Losses and Find Healing After Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR)
Experiencing Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) can be a profoundly challenging and emotionally complex journey. Beyond the loss of...

Jenna
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Navigating Postpartum Intimacy and Sex: Debunking the Six-Week Myth
Have you ever questioned why the six-week mark is often touted as the golden window for resuming sex postpartum? I delved into the...

Jenna
Feb 12, 20242 min read


The Transformative Power of Friendship in Motherhood: 15 Reasons to Prioritize Social Connections
Motherhood is a profound journey filled with joy, challenges, and everything in between. In this transformative phase, the value of...

Jenna
Jan 30, 20242 min read


Navigating Intrusive Thoughts in Postpartum: Common Categories and Coping Strategies for New Mothers
The postpartum period brings a whirlwind of emotions and experiences for new mothers. Among them, intrusive thoughts are a common...

Jenna
Jan 23, 20242 min read


Mastering the Maintenance Phase: A Guide for Moms and Moms-to-Be with Continued Therapy Needs
Entering therapy is often associated with navigating challenges and overcoming obstacles, but the benefits of counseling extend beyond...

Jenna
Jan 15, 20242 min read


Unlocking the Enigma: Traits of a Highly Sensitive Person
Have you ever been told that you're "too sensitive" or that you "overthink" things? Well, you might just be one of the fascinating...

Jenna
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Ritualizing Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Honouring Your Little One
Pregnancy and infant loss is a profound and often heart-wrenching journey, one that can leave you searching for meaningful ways to honour...

Jenna
Oct 10, 20232 min read


The Importance of Nonsexual Intimacy for Couples During Parenthood: Strengthening Bonds Amidst
Parenthood is a beautiful but demanding journey. Raising a baby or caring for young children can be exhausting. In this blog post, we'll...

Jenna
Sep 27, 20232 min read


An Open Letter to Millennial Mothers
Dear Millennial Mothers, I want to take a moment to honor you for the incredible journey you're embarking on. You are the torchbearers of...

Jenna
Sep 13, 20232 min read
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