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welcome to the all the hard things blog

There are days when just getting out of bed feels like a win. When your brain is spinning, your body is tired, and the demands of parenting feel like too much. I’ve been there—not just as a therapist, but as a mom who knows what it’s like to show up for her child while running […]

June 10, 2025

Parenting Overwhelm: How to Show Up for Your Kids Even on Hard Days

Affirmations, Compulsions, OCD and Anxiety Basics, Parenting, Recovery Tips

If you’re a mom dealing with anxiety, you’re not alone. I work with women every day who feel like they’re drowning under the weight of being “on” all the time—mentally, emotionally, physically. I’ve also lived this. I know what it’s like to hold everything together on the outside while your mind runs in circles on […]

Overcoming Mom Anxiety: Small Shifts That Make a Big Difference

June 3, 2025

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Parenting, Recovery Tips