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Magnesium for breastfeeding: One of the best supplements for nursing mothers

Samantha Radford, PhD — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 20:28:42 +0000

If you’re a nursing mother, you might be wondering if there are any supplements you can take to help with your breastfeeding journey. After all, we are always cautioned to be careful (rightfully so!) of taking medications or supplements while breastfeeding. Fortunately, magnesium is one of the best supplements for nursing moms, and one that […]

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Mom burnout – 8 tips to deal with depleted mother syndrome

Samantha Radford, PhD — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:22:00 +0000

Are you just exhausted by everything as a mom? You may be dealing with depleted mother syndrome (otherwise known as mom burnout). You might initially feel like you’re just mad all the time, and then you have guilt on top of that for being so irritable. But believe it or not, that’s actually just a […]

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Weekly family chore chart template (free printable)

Samantha Radford, PhD — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 22:25:00 +0000

If you get easily overwhelmed by the mess in your home and the thought of nagging your kids to try to help makes you want to curl into a ball in the closet (instead of actually fixing the problem), I totally get it. The solution for you could be as easy as be a printable […]

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Zoloft and antidepressants while breastfeeding

Samantha Radford, PhD — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 03:34:00 +0000

Have you been prescribed Zoloft while you’re breastfeeding, but you’re afraid of side effects for your baby? Read on to learn more about the safety of taking Zoloft for your baby. While antidepressants are often prescribed for people with depression and/or anxiety, you may be worried about trying a medication when you’re breastfeeding. Or worse, […]

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Nursing aversion (Or when breastfeeding isn’t magical)

Samantha Radford, PhD — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 05:37:00 +0000

You may not even be able to tell in this picture, but my daughter is nursing here. In fact, it’s a picture of the last time my oldest ever breastfed. We quit because of a phenomenon called nursing aversion and agitation (BAA). This was a hard time for me (and for her). I became pregnant with […]

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3 ways to practice mindfulness for moms

Samantha Radford, PhD — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 01:56:49 +0000

Did you know that practicing mindfulness can make you a better parent? It’s true! If you’re like me, you spend a lot of time with your mind going in a million directions. You’re mentally making a grocery list, remembering that follow-up email you’re supposed to send, and then you suddenly realize you have to get […]

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Why moms benefit from journaling (and how to get started)

Samantha Radford, PhD — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 02:17:00 +0000

Do you as a person sometimes get ignored within that all-consuming title of “mom?” You need a way to reconnect with yourself. Journaling is a great way to do just that! Moms often forget to look inward, because we’re so busy taking care of the pressing task of the moment—diapers, dinner, piano practice. Our feelings […]

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How to take care of yourself postpartum – 7 tips

Samantha Radford, PhD — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:13:00 +0000

Congratulations on your new baby! If you’re checking this post out, you’ve likely had a lot going on the past few weeks (or you will soon). The adjustment to having a new baby is huge. And while there’s lots of information on how to take care of that precious bundle of joy (in fact, we […]

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5 steps to setting boundaries (even when you weren’t raised to)

Samantha Radford, PhD — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 18:43:53 +0000

Some of us weren’t raised to stand up for ourselves. I know I was one of those people. This upbringing makes it really difficult to set boundaries in relationships. As a result, our own needs can go unmet, and we stay in situations or relationships where we are continuously hurt. Maybe you have dealt with […]

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Dealing with postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety

Samantha Radford, PhD — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 22:42:41 +0000

Postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression are so often dismissed! After my first baby was born, I had the typical emotional roller coaster for a few weeks. But by 4 or 5 months, it seemed I was becoming even more anxious. I didn’t think much of it, and I powered through. After my second daughter was […]

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