In my previous post, I explored the harmful impact of the Supermom myth. Now, let's talk about how to break free from these impossible standards. In this post, I’m sharing five actionable strategies to help moms embrace being “good enough” and banish the guilt that often comes with modern motherhood. From practicing self-compassion to evaluating the media you consume, these steps can help you reconnect with what really matters and let go of unrealistic expectations. Ready to start feeling more empowered in your parenting? Let’s dive into the journey of self-acceptance and release the pressure to be perfect.

In my years as a psychologist specializing in perinatal mental health and parenthood, I’ve come to a startling conclusion: moms aren’t special. Society places impossible expectations on mothers, casting us as “superhuman,” capable of doing it all. This unrealistic standard leaves us battling guilt and shame when we can’t live up to the myth. In this post, I break down the Supermom myth, discuss the roots of mom guilt, and explain why we need to release these harmful beliefs for our well-being. Ready to fight back against mom guilt and embrace imperfection? Let’s dive in.

Supporting a nonbinary child is an ongoing journey that begins with understanding and empathy. By listening to your child's experiences, educating yourself on nonbinary identities, and fostering a safe and inclusive environment, you empower your child to live as their authentic self.

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But there is something off-putting about the confluence of social media and for-profit parenting advice. Emma Basch, a Washington DC-based therapist who frequently works with mothers of young children, says she has watched various parenting trends come and go, almost like fad diets.

If you are at high risk of developing prenatal depression, Dr. Basch recommends starting therapy while trying to conceive or early in your pregnancy to maintain your mental health throughout the perinatal period

Recently, weight watchers has gotten into some hot water for promoting a dieting app designed for children. In my opinion …

Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead was published when I was pregnant with my first child, but I had long before ingested her message. I grew up in DC, a city of working moms. It was not unusual for me to see my mom or a friend’s mother being interviewed on CNN one night and bringing snacks to soccer practice the next day. The women around me leaned in hard.

We’ve all been there. The triggers are different but the experience of feeling like “a bad mom” is one most people can relate to. I hear this a lot from my patients and I’ve certainly struggled with that feeling myself. The problem is not the feeling…

This fall my spirited daughter will head off to kindergarten. With the birthday cut-offs as they are in our area, she will be one of the youngest in her grade entering school at 4 years old. But this essay isn’t about that…

Is summer travel with your kids stressing you out? There is no shortage of blog posts with great ideas to make traveling with your kids smoother. But have you ever thought about the impact of your own thinking on your travel stress?

There is something uniquely beneficial about connecting with others who are simultaneously experiencing the role and identity shift that comes with parenting. Additionally, other moms can offer instrumental support, validation, gentle guidance, and connection in ways that are unique to these relationships. Whatever the reason, finding your tribe of other moms is crucial. So how do you make “mom friends” in a transitional city like Washington, D.C?.