Collaborative Minds Blog
Education to empower your mental health journey.
Navigating Infertility in the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration, but for many people facing infertility, it can also bring feelings of isolation, sadness, and emotional strain. Keep reading for some strategies for managing the emotional complexities of infertility during the holiday season, offering practical tips for self-care and fostering compassion for yourself.
Maternal Mental Health Matters, Too
Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs in the world. We are told to care for our children, spouses and the household, all while working, cooking, cleaning, shopping and running errands. Rarely do we get the opportunity to stop and reflect on what we need from ourselves or others. Keep reading for helpful tips on how to make time for you.
Redefining Self-Care
Self-care is the new “buzzword” term that we read about all over social media. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), self-care is defined as “taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical and mental health” (NIMH, 2024). But, what really is self-care? Keep reading to learn more.
Motherhood in a Nutshell: Invisible Labor
Motherhood is exhausting, thrilling, rewarding, challenging, frustrating and, at times, undervalued or unrecognized. Keep reading to learn strategies to help manage your responsibilities and improve your quality of life.
I Am Not Okay; How Are You?
One of the most common greetings nowadays is “How are you?” In turn, we are expected to respond with “Good, how are you?” But what if we are not “good”?
Maternal Mental Health Matters Too
Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs in the world. We are told to care for our children, spouses, and the household, all while working, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and running errands. Rarely, do we get the opportunity to stop and reflect on what WE need from ourselves or others. It is obvious why up to 1 in 5 women experience a maternal mental health disorder in the postpartum period. These disorders include postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, or psychosis. Especially in our culture where women are expected to return to work weeks after giving birth, with limited resources or benefits to support feeding their babies.