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Did you shower today?

When my husband asked if I had showered that day and the answer was “no” I felt so much shame that I started to spiral into negative self talk. But when I found out why he was really asking, it highlighted for me how hard I can be on myself. Here are a few things I’ve learned to help me deal with shame and that little nagging voice that tells us we’re not good enough.

When Mother's Day isn't Happy

Mother’s Day can be a wonderful day to celebrate your mom or be pampered by your own children, but it’s not a joyful occasion for every woman.  There are many women out there who struggle in the weeks leading up to Mother’s day of their pain.  Maybe their pain is as a daughter-if the relationship is strained or their own mother has passed away. Or maybe they’ve had heartache on their own journey to motherhood: childlessness, infertility, or loss.  These can be incredibly painful events and Mother’s Day is not only a reminder of their pain, but a stark contrast to the joy that it seems everyone else must be feeling.  If you know someone who may find this Mother’s Day difficult, here are a few tips to remember.