By Delaney Whede When the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, many people suffer from seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder or “SAD”. I’ve personally noticed that as the seasons change, so do my moods. As winter sets in and the days become darker and colder, I become far more lethargic […]
Life is hard. Sometimes we find ourselves in situations we did not plan. The last thing we need when we find ourselves in tight spots is judgment! Instead, we need kindness and support. We need open-mindedness and a listening ear. Birthright St. Charles supports women, all women, no matter her circumstances At Birthright of St. […]
CBD oil. It seems like everyone is talking about it. It’s on billboards and is being sold in your local health food stores, gas stations, and online. What exactly is it and is it safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding? Research is still being conducted, but here’s what we know so far.
Pregnancy loss happens in about 10-25% of confirmed pregnancies. That is 1 in 4. This percentage may actually be higher as some losses occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant. Early loss, a loss which occurs before 8 weeks gestation, is the most common. Pregnancy that ends before 20 weeks is called a […]
By: Monica, 17 As women, the world likes to tell us that we are supposed to look a certain way. Whether it’s a skinny waist or curves to a year-round beachy tan, standards are held up for girls of all ages that are quite literally impossible for everyone to meet. Many girls struggle with body […]
By: Monica, 17 In a healthy relationship, you and your friend or significant other should love, protect, and take care of each other.
As a therapist, the most common question I ask almost all my clients is “What are you doing to take care of you?” The most common answer I almost always receive is, “Well, nothing. I don’t have time for me. That would be selfish when I have a career, kids, spouse, household chores, outside commitments, […]
We live in a time where more than ever, women are working to be heard and seen in society—to have our unique needs and gifts understood and validated, to celebrate all that we are and to have our stories told. We often hear the word “empowerment” used in these conversations surrounding women’s issues, but we […]
A friend is someone you can laugh with, spend time with, make memories with, and also someone you can trust and whose support you probably value. To be considered someone’s friend is to have a special place in her life and to be part of her support system. One most important time this may be […]