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LOVE: More than Just a Valentine

By: Sheri Petruso We struggled with the heartache of not having that special someone to celebrate and romanticize with, so we filled the gap with Galentine’s Day. This was meant to make everything better by ditching the idea and focus of the significant other and instead highlighting “girl power” and “sisterhood”.  However, since COVID, we […]

Small Steps Big Changes: Food, Mood, and Moving Forward

By: Jami McDermott The holiday season, while traditionally associated with joy and celebration, can present unique challenges to our well-being. Here’s how to maintain balance during this time of year: Healthy Holiday Eating: Simple Ways to Nourish Your Body Mindful Food Choices: Instead of restrictive diets, focus on balanced options. Choose whole foods with simple […]

Surviving the Holiday Season: Tips to Protect Your Peace

Author: Jennifer Burch, MA LPC   Introduction: Embracing Joy While Managing Stress The holiday season is a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness, but it can also become a whirlwind of obligations and stress. As women, we often feel the pressure to create magical moments for our families while managing our emotional well-being. This year, […]

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Listening with Purpose: Building Bridges in a Divided World

In today’s world, people seem less willing to accept differing viewpoints. Even when presented with facts, personal agendas can overshadow rational thought. It feels like anger and emotion dominate, leaving little room for understanding someone else’s perspective or finding common ground. While I’m not perfect in this regard, I strive to keep an open mind. […]

Finding a Safe Path Support for You and Your Newborn

Finding a Safe Path Support for You and Your Newborn

Being the parent of a newborn can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, it may feel like more than you can do, and you need a safe way out. Missouri’s Safe Place for Newborns Act of 2002 allows a parent to anonymously leave a newborn child with hospital staff, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement officers, or pregnancy […]

Birthright Offers Text Messaging

Birthright Now Offers Text Messaging

If you think you’re pregnant, talking to someone over the phone can be difficult. You may not know what to say or how you feel. That’s why Birthright of St. Charles now offers text messaging. Text Your Requests, Questions, & Concerns to a Friendly Ear It’s becoming less common to pick up a phone and […]