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From Pregnancy to Parenthood and Beyond. Your Mental Health Matters!

Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C

Simple Tips for Encouraging Independent Play

Encouraging independent play can feel like a tall order, especially when you're busy juggling the endless demands of parenthood. But here's the good news: it's not about doing more.

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Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C

DMERS: What Every Mom Needs to Know

DMERS is a physiological response that happens when your milk lets down. It’s not a mental health condition, and it’s not the same as postpartum depression or anxiety. Instead, it’s tied to the sudden hormonal shifts that occur when your milk releases.

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Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C

Pregnancy Symptoms Before a Missed Period

Finding out you’re pregnant can be exciting, nerve-wracking, or even a little surprising. For many moms, those first signs appear before a missed period. The subtle (or not-so-subtle) symptoms can make you wonder, Could this be it?

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Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C

15 Mother Daughter Quotes

“A daughter is God’s way of saying, ‘I thought you could use a lifelong friend.’”

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Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C Amy Braun, LCPC, PMH-C

Paternal and Maternal Roles in Parenting

Parenting is a team effort, and both paternal and maternal roles bring something special to the table. Whether you’re parenting as a couple or navigating things solo, understanding the unique contributions of fathers and mothers can help create a nurturing and balanced environment for kids.

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