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

How to Communicate Your Needs as a New Mom (Without Feeling Selfish)

Communicating your needs can feel tricky. For moms, it might even feel impossible some days. We’re so used to taking care of everyone else that asking for what we need feels selfish. But guess what? It’s not. Taking care of your needs helps you take care of others.

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

Breaking the Cycle Of The Mother Wound

The "mother wound" might be a term that sounds a little heavy. But it’s an idea that resonates deeply with many moms—especially as we navigate our own motherhood journeys.

Simply put, the mother wound refers to the emotional pain or struggles passed down from one generation to the next, often unintentionally. It’s not about blame or shame. It’s about understanding and healing.

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

Simple Valentine’s Day Crafts for Preschoolers (From a Mom Who Gets It)

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.

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