“Trauma comes back as a reaction, not a memory.” This quote from Dr. Bessel van der Kolk captures something many moms feel but can’t always explain. You’re not thinking about the past, yet your heart is racing, you’re suddenly irritable, shut down, or in tears. That’s because trauma isn’t just a story stored in your…
Being a mom is often painted as a time of joy, bonding, and personal growth. But for many women, becoming a mom unearths emotional landmines they thought were buried long ago. Sleepless nights, toddler tantrums, or even moments of deep love can unexpectedly activate feelings of fear, inadequacy, or sadness. If you find yourself asking,…
Just a short drive from Charlotte, NC, in the heart of Rock Hill, SC, lies a tranquil oasis called Glencairn Garden. This stunning 11-acre public garden is known for its winding paths, vibrant seasonal blooms, and peaceful sitting areas. Glencairn Garden is a hidden gem for those seeking calm and clarity. For those undergoing a…
If you’re a mom in North Carolina or South Carolina who’s tried it all—talk therapy, meditation apps, self-help books—and still feel stuck, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re battling anxiety that keeps you up at night, trauma that shows up in unexpected ways, or ADHD that makes everything feel ten times harder. If traditional therapy hasn’t…
Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way that didn’t feel like you? Like snapping at your child over something small, or going quiet during conflict because “that’s just how you were raised”? Maybe there’s a heaviness you carry that you can’t quite name. A sadness, anxiety, or sense of not belonging that doesn’t…
Welcome to Perimenopause: The Land of Mood Swings, Mystery Symptoms, and WTF Moments One minute, you’re singing along to your favorite 90s throwback song, feeling like a boss. The next? You’re in the car sobbing because a flock of geese crossed the street too slowly, and now you’re spiraling into existential dread about the fleeting…
You know her. Maybe you are her. The mom who has everything—a family, a house, a job, stability—but still feels completely drained. The mom who wakes up every morning already exhausted, mentally scanning the never-ending to-do list while pouring coffee she doesn’t even get to drink hot. She loves her family, but she resents them…
Sometimes, after an online therapy or brainspotting session, you need a quiet place to process, reflect, and breathe before jumping back into your daily routine. Whether you’re a busy mom craving solitude while the kids are at school or looking for a kid-friendly spot to reset with your little one in tow, Charlotte, NC, has…
As a mom, you’ve probably experienced moments when your child’s emotions feel like a tornado tearing through your house—screaming, crying, meltdowns over things that seem minor to you but feel monumental to them. It’s exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes downright frustrating. You may find yourself thinking, Why can’t they just calm down? But before we put…
Every mom has a secret… “I occasionally (okay, frequently) lock myself in the bathroom for some peace and quiet.” It might not be glamorous, but it’s a survival tactic—a desperate bid to escape the chaos of kids screaming, your teenager picking a fight, your partner asking where their keys are (again), and the endless cycle…
