“One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; Fear must be overcome again and again.” Abraham Maslow You tell yourself, This is it. Starting now, I’m going to be different. And maybe for a day, or even a week, you are. You skip the […]
Author: Jennifer Burch, LPC The True Strength of Mothers As a mental health professional, I have seen the strength of mothers and the countless happy moments they experience, even during tough times. From sleepless nights and endless responsibilities to balancing work and family, the never-ending tasks can take a toll. It’s okay to feel […]
I remember with clarity the first time I attempted to breastfeed my newborn son in a public setting (in actuality, though amidst a group of people, we were still in the privacy and comfort of a good friend’s home.) I was doing my best to make breastfeeding work since I had learned during pregnancy all […]
By Jami McDermott Pregnancy is a journey that brings new beginnings and significant changes to a woman’s life. As we approach Independence Day, it is a time to reflect on the freedoms and opportunities that our nation offers. At Birthright St. Charles, we embrace the spirit of independence by providing unwavering support to women throughout […]
The first week in August marks World Breastfeeding Week, hailed by thousands who use this specially designated time to promote and celebrate the wonder that is a woman’s ability to provide nurture and nutrients to her child straight from her own body. To be able to breastfeed our children is a remarkable gift that is […]
In celebration of the gift that is motherhood on this day honoring all moms, I thought I’d share ten things motherhood has taught me: