Struggles of motherhood Motherhood can be one of life’s most rewarding experiences — but it’s also complex and challenging. Most moms experience mixed emotions, loving their children deeply while also struggling with overstimulation and the invisible and visible mental load. This reality of holding two conflicting emotions together at the same time is called maternal ambivalence and is 100% normal and a part of motherhood. It's been well- researched and every perinatal coun

Overstimulated Mom? 5 Quick Tips to Turn Down the Volume

Safety Plan for a healthier pregnancy and postpartum experience Bringing a baby into the world is often described as a joyful and magical time—but for many, it is also a season marked by emotional overwhelm, anxiety, grief, or unexpected mental health challenges. Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) are the most common complication of pregnancy and postpartum, affecting 1 in 5 women—and for women of color , that number increases to 1 in 3.   Partners are impacted to

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10 Books That Can Heal, Deepen, and Reignite Your Relationship- Recommended by Florida Licensed Counselor

What Is Bilateral Stimulation in EMDR—and How It Helps with Anxiety, Trauma, and Emotional Healing

5 Ways to Feel More Empowered and less anxious During Pregnancy

4 Reasons Why More Professionals in Winter Park, Windermere, and Across Central Florida Are Choosing to Pay Privately for Therapy (Even When They Have Insurance)

Struggling in your relationship but your partner won’t join therapy? 5 tips on how to improve connection, reduce resentment, and shift patterns on your own with research-backed strategies. Lowther Counseling Services offers individual support in Orlando, FL and online.

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Must-Read Books and Resources for Pregnancy, Postpartum, Father/Partner Support and Pregnancy Loss

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