Healthy holiday boundaries protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being. Start by identifying your “why,” communicating expectations early, saying no without guilt, releasing responsibility for others’ reactions, and viewing boundaries as a core part of self-care. These steps help you stay grounded, connected, and aligned during a busy season.

December brings so much magic—and so much pressure. Between gifts, gatherings, and that mischievous Elf on the Shelf, it can be easy to lose sight of what really matters to you as a parent. If you find yourself overwhelmed by expectations or comparing your family’s traditions to others, this post is for you. Learn five gentle, practical ways to stay grounded in your parenting style this holiday season, so you can celebrate in ways that actually feel meaningful—for you and your kids.

Discover Dr. Emma Basch’s expert guidance in The Bump on navigating pregnancy during the holidays with boundaries, confidence and emotional wellbeing.

Curious about EMDR therapy? Learn how this evidence-based approach helps reprocess painful memories, ease trauma symptoms, and support lasting emotional healing.

As toddlers grow more independent, parents often feel a bittersweet mix of pride and sadness. This transition can bring up what Dr. Emma Basch describes as a “type of grief that often goes unacknowledged.” Learn how to navigate these feelings with compassion while supporting your child’s growth.

Misinformation and judgment can make pregnancy even harder. This October, we honor the importance of trusting pregnant people, providing accurate guidance, and supporting them without shame.

Experiencing perinatal loss brings a unique and often isolating kind of grief. With the right support, it’s possible to find space for healing, connection, and hope. This post explores how therapy can help you process loss and move through grief with compassion.

Bringing home a new baby is a profound shift—full of joy, exhaustion, and emotional ups and downs. While some feelings are part of the “typical” postpartum experience, others may be signs of a deeper struggle like postpartum depression or anxiety.

A recent FDA panel meeting on the use of SSRIs during pregnancy has sparked widespread concern among mental health and reproductive health experts. While much of the discussion focused on potential risks, the benefits of these medications—when they are needed—were left out entirely. Providers worry that this one-sided conversation could deepen stigma, fuel misinformation, and even lead some pregnant individuals to stop their medication abruptly, which can carry serious risks for both parent and baby.

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—but your consultation call doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to prepare, what to ask, and how to find your best fit.

In a world that often feels heavy, choosing joy is a radical act of self-care and resilience. This blog dives into the mental health benefits of joy, how it can serve as a form of political resistance, and practical ways to welcome more joy into your daily life—even when things feel hard. A compassionate, therapist-informed guide to cultivating micro-joys and reclaiming lightness.

Watching your daughter navigate early puberty can bring up a mix of emotions—not just for her, but for you, too. It’s hard to see your child face changes before her peers, especially when those changes can come with emotional stress, body image concerns, or social challenges. The good news? You don’t have to go through this alone, and neither does she.