Blogs
Momma Interviews, Session 1: Meet Niki, the Minneapolis Momma
The Momma Interviews is a new blog series by Catherine O'Brien, LMFT highlighting the thoughts, experiences and wisdom of a unique real-world mom each week, to normalize and validate the struggles and triumphs that are a part of the universally human experience of motherhood for women everywhere.
Happy With Baby’s Catherine O’Brien, LMFT featured on Psych Central
Recently, I’ve had the honor to be interviewed and featured in a two-part article series published on Psych Central. The articles focus on ways for new parents to maintain connection with their partners during the intense transition period that happens when you bring home a new baby.
Teaching Empathy: The Opportunity in Refusing to Share
My daughter loves her older brother.
Raising Resilient Kids
Doesn’t it seem like every time you log on to the internet, whether it be Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, whatever…there is always something someone is telling you what you need to do with your children. There’s a technique for handling any situation. A research study supporting this or that philosophy.
Confessions of a Marriage Therapist
There is so much we do to prepare for our sweet baby's delivery. But what have you done to prepare for after baby comes home?
When Parents have a Less than Perfect Day
Do you ever feel like there's something wrong with you because you have this beautiful baby and everyday doesn't feel like it's the best day? Let me just tell you: that is so normal.
I am ENOUGH: Permission to Ease Up on the Busy-ness & Enjoy What Matters
I’m not perfect….But, I am enough.
How to Talk to a Mom Who Is Struggling
I hear this all too often. A struggling mother will say that she feels misunderstood or that she's failing.
First Grade?? How did THAT happen?
Life transitions seem to be happening everywhere.
I have friends whose kids are off to college, someone I know is getting ready for retirement, some are welcoming new job positions, new babies, and a new sibling added to the mix.
Children & Change: What our kids can teach us about resilience and fun
I told my husband last night that I’m scared of not knowing exactly what is to come. I’m sad that this part of our life is ending, but also excited to see what this new phase brings us.
Find Your Tribe: How to Build Your Parenting Community
Is new motherhood not looking or feeling the way you thought it would?
The Perfect Father's Day Gift
Happy Father’s Day!
Post Adoption Depression
As Maternal Mental Health Awareness month ends we are reminded of the toll pregnancy and childbirth can take on a woman and her family.
Why Aren't We Talking About It? Impact Of Having Kids On Your Relationship
With May being Maternal Mental Wellness month, I decided to share a big secret with all of you. One that folks aren’t talking about enough. One that we need to share with each other. One that we need to have open dialogue about. One that needs to be shouted from the rooftop so that others aren’t hiding in shame and fear.
New Mama Sanity Savers: Three Things I Wish I'd Known Before Baby Moved In.
Nausea meant the hormones sustaining my pregnancy were strong and present.
Mommy Monday with Michelle and Rachel
Week 2 of our momma interviews. This week I want to share two of them. What I love about these moms is that they had opposite exercise. The point I want to note is that they are both amazing mommas.
Being a Human Mom is Tough!
When I think of maternal mental health, I think of more than just mental illness and postpartum depression.
Happy Mother's Day to All Mommas!
To all the mothers, moms, mommies, mamas, mommas, grandmothers etc. Happy Mother’s Day!
Managing Big Emotions
May is Maternal Mental Health awareness month. At HappyWithBaby.com we know it isn't always easy being a parent. But with support, encouragement, and education things can be easier. We are so exciting to be collaborating with some excellent clinicians, sharing some amazing articles, that offer just those things.
May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month
I distinctly remember being told (more times than I can count) that everything would change when I had a baby.