As a mom of four and a perinatal mental health therapist, I know firsthand that crafting with preschoolers can feel… overwhelming.

Especially when Pinterest makes everything look Instagram-perfect!

But here’s what I’ve learned after countless Valentine’s Days with little ones: simple is better. Always.

Parenting is no easy job. It’s messy, unpredictable, and full of curveballs.

But one thing’s for sure: when you feel empowered as a parent, everything feels just a little more manageable.

Motherhood is beautiful, but let's be honest—it’s exhausting.

After delivery, your body feels like it’s been through the wringer.

Your hormones are wild, sleep is scarce, and self-care? What’s that?

It can be hard to imagine squeezing in a workout when just brushing your teeth feels like a win.

Self-care. You hear it everywhere these days.

But what does it really mean?

Is it bubble baths and spa days?

A quiet cup of coffee before the kids wake up? Maybe. But self-care goes deeper than that.

Postpartum depression in dads is real.

It’s not a sign of weakness.

It doesn’t mean he doesn’t love his family. It just means he needs support – just like moms do.

Mental clutter is real, but it doesn’t have to rule your life.

This year, give yourself permission to simplify. To say "no." To ask for help. To find moments of peace in the chaos.