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Why So Many Mothers Feel Emotionally Invisible

mothers and child

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 1 minute read baby | depression | emotional support | postpartum | guilt and shame

Many mothers spend their days meeting everyone else’s needs while slowly disappearing from themselves. Not physically, but emotionally. Their... more »

How to Find the Right Therapist for You: A Gentle Guide to Getting Started

woman talking to virtual therapist

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read anxiety | boundaries | depression | emotional support | mental-health

It usually begins quietly. You realize that you have been coping on your own for a long time and that you might need someone to talk to. Maybe it is the... more »

When Motherhood Meets Social Media: A Therapist’s Perspective on Comparison and Self-Worth

mother scrolling social media and feeling self-critical

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read anxiety | depression | emotional support | mental-health

I often meet mothers who whisper a version of the same confession: “I know social media isn’t real, but I still feel like I’m... more »

Postpartum Anxiety vs Depression: How to Recognize the Signs and Get Support

mother reflecting quietly while experiencing postpartum anxiety vs depression

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 5 minute read anxiety | depression | postpartum

Understanding postpartum anxiety vs depression is crucial, because while both can appear after childbirth, they affect the mind and body in different ways.... more »

Understanding PTSD and How Healing Actually Happens

woman healing from PTSD

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 5 minute read anxiety | depression | emotional support | grief | mental-health

You’ve probably heard of PTSD- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Maybe you picture soldiers, car crashes, or something catastrophic. But PTSD can happen... more »

Do I have Postpartum Depression?

postpartum woman with sleeping baby

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read anxiety | depression | emotional support | postpartum

You’ve probably Googled this late at night while you’re up trying to sleep, but not. Again. Maybe while feeding your baby, maybe after another round... more »

Is AI Therapy Bad?

Is AI Therapy Bad?

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read anxiety | depression | emotional support | mental-health

Everywhere we look, artificial intelligence is offering to make our lives easier. From grocery lists to virtual companions to chatbots that promise... more »

Mental Health In Canada: What We've Learned and What Comes Next

Mental health in Canada awareness and therapy support for recovery and well-being

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read boundaries | depression | emotional support | mental-health

It is never more important to center the discussion on mental health in Canada. In the past two decades, the nation has been able to generate... more »

10 Practical Tips to Manage Postpartum Anxiety

A new mother practicing relaxation techniques to manage postpartum anxiety and regain peace of mind.

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read anxiety | birth support | Birth Trauma | depression | emotional support | mental-health

Bringing a baby into the world is often described as one of life’s most joyous experiences. Yet, many new mothers find themselves facing a wave of... more »

Complicated Grief and PTSD in the Context of Perinatal Loss

Complicated Grief and PTSD in the Context of Perinatal Loss

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 5 minute read depression

Perinatal loss, the heartbreaking experience of losing a baby during pregnancy or shortly after birth, can have profound and long-lasting effects on parents.... more »

Navigating Grief after Stillbirth

Navigating Grief after Stillbirth

Heather Ratych Heather Ratych 4 minute read depression

Stillbirth is a devastating loss that profoundly affects parents, as well as extended family and friends. It is defined as the loss of a baby after 20 weeks of... more »

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