by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Apr 8, 2020 | Coping With Covid-19, Parenting
As Coronavirus cases rise, so too does our anxiety…and the anxiety of our kids, which can only further exacerbate our own anxiety. You may notice that your children are misbehaving, being more clingy, overflowing with hyper energy, being more demanding, or...
by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Jun 13, 2019 | Parenting
What does paternal postpartum depression even mean? Is it a thing? It is. It’s a dad who experiences depression or anxiety during the first 12 months of his baby’s life. Even though it’s not talked about a lot, it is a real condition that has real consequences....
by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Apr 19, 2019 | Parenting
It is so hard to know how to react to tragedies, and unfortunately in our community we’ve had a week filled with the need for tough conversations about suicide, school threats, and ultimately, mental health. As parents, we feel the weight of these conversations and...
by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Oct 10, 2018 | Parenting
Today is World Mental Health Day, an annual awareness and education initiative spearheaded by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). This year’s campaign highlights the importance of increased mental health awareness, services, and care for young people in a...
by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Jul 25, 2018 | Parenting
By: Emily Graham Emily Graham is the creator of mightymoms.net. She believes being a mom is one of the hardest jobs around and wanted to create a support system for moms from all walks of life. On her site, she offers a wide range of info tailored for busy moms...
by Brittni Fudge, MA, LPC, NCC | Sep 23, 2016 | Parenting
To The Exhausted Mother Whose Child Throws a Fit When the Wind Blows, I want you to know you’re not alone. The other day I was hosting a neighbor for a quick cup of coffee at my house. When she showed up, she could barely hear my greeting over the screams of my...
