by Pamela Zimmer | Jan 13, 2017 | Ditch The Mom Guilt, General Parenting, Happiness in Motherhood
It is entirely common to hide negative thoughts about motherhood from other moms. In my experience with Postpartum Depression, I had a lot of ugly, scary, terrible thoughts, and I couldn’t tell if what I was thinking was normal or unhealthy. It wasn’t until I started...
by Pamela Zimmer | Aug 16, 2016 | Caring For Your Child, Ditch The Mom Guilt
My husband and I sort of have this unspoken deal. It’s nothing we have ever sat down and officially discussed, it’s just sort of morphed into the he-does-that-I-don’t-touch-it category. I bet some of you probably have similar agreements, and (unfortunately for you)...
by Pamela Zimmer | Jun 3, 2016 | Body, Mind & Spirit, Ditch The Mom Guilt, Moms To Moms, Work Life Balance
Imagine this: it’s your birthday. Your husband asks you what you want to do. The possibilities are endless. You can do whatever you want. After all, it’s your day. A special day dedicated just to you (and the thousands – or maybe millions? – of others who share...
by Pamela Zimmer | Jan 27, 2016 | Body, Mind & Spirit, Ditch The Mom Guilt, Moms To Moms, Work Life Balance
If you have ever invited me to a fun event, to a dinner, or even out for coffee, you may have been surprised to hear me say “no thanks.” Not that I always say “no” to opportunities! But lately, I am getting better at turning things down. Saying “no” is difficult when...
by Pamela Zimmer | Dec 21, 2015 | Body, Mind & Spirit, Ditch The Mom Guilt, General Parenting, Parent Coaching
Let me ask you something: where are you right now? It’s Monday morning, and I’m guessing that many of you are at work, even though you really don’t want to be. Even though your kids are home, with a sitter, at daycare, or with Grandma & Grandpa… even though you...
