Why Baby Sleep Books Can Harm Maternal Mental Health
When I was seven months pregnant, someone handed me a copy of Twelve Hours by Twelve Weeks, a bestselling baby sleep manual. I devoured it like scripture. Everyone had warned me that the sleep deprivation would be brutal. This book promised salvation, if I just followed the rules: stretch feedings, track ounces, ignore midnight cries. […]
Re-Branding Sleep Apnea | Psychology Today
Over 900 million adults globally are estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) (1). In the United States, more than 30 million adults are affected, yet 80-90% remain undiagnosed (2). The impact of untreated sleep apnea can range from increased cardiovascular risk, diabetes, trouble managing weight, depression, excessive sleepiness, drowsy driving, etc. Why are so […]
Research Says: Let Your Teen Sleep In
How hard was it to get your teens out of bed this weekend? Many teenagers—and let’s be honest, adults, too—like to bank some extra hours of sleep on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’re the kind of parent who likes your kids to get up early on weekends so they don’t get too far off their […]
Stop Diseases in Their Tracks: How to Boost Your Immunity and Avoid Illnesses
Stop Diseases in Their Tracks: How to Boost Your Immunity and Avoid Illnesses In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to maintain a strong immune system. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the increasing prevalence of chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, taking steps to boost your immunity is crucial for your […]
Nourishing Your Mind, Body, and Soul: The Importance of Self-Care for Emotional Wellness
Self-care is a crucial aspect of maintaining good emotional wellness. Taking time to prioritize your own needs and nourish your mind, body, and soul can help reduce stress, increase resilience, and promote overall well-being. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of self-care for emotional wellness and provide practical tips and practices to […]
The Top 6 Factors That Can Negatively Affect Your Emotional Wellness
Emotional wellness is an important aspect of overall health and well-being. It refers to the ability to manage your emotions, cope with stress, and form positive relationships with others. However, there are many factors that can affect emotional wellness, and it’s important to understand what these factors are so that you can take steps to […]