Society tells us that having a baby is one of the happiest times in a woman’s life. But what happens when reality doesn’t match up with this (unrealistic) expectation?

If you’ve experienced a recent loss, it’s likely that you’ve heard of the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages, developed by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross in 1969, have become so ubiquitous in our culture that they can almost seem prescriptive, like they outline the way grief is “supposed” to go. But did you know that these stages weren’t even developed to describe grief after the loss of a loved one?

It’s completely normal for kids to have phases of hyperactivity and inattentiveness as they grow and explore the world; however, in some cases, these symptoms are so consistent and disruptive that they may suggest a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and that means that everything from the music playing at the grocery store to the ads you see on social media is reminding you that now is the time to be merry, bright, and shopping. But what if the holidays feel a little less red, green, and gold and a little more blue this year?

Pretty much everyone finds it difficult to get out of bed and go to work on Monday mornings or worries about a big project at work from time to time. However, work stress can become debilitating when it grows into burnout, a state of overwhelming mental exhaustion caused by chronic stress.

Talking to your partner should be the easiest part of your day, right? After all, this is the person you know best and who knows you best - it should be easy to understand each other. Unfortunately, what we think should come easily often takes active work even in the best of relationships.

It’s completely normal for your kid to worry about starting a new school or a big test, but when these negative thoughts and feelings start to affect your child’s life (and your own), it may be time to consider if your child is suffering from anxiety.