Couples with Babies Don't Have to Become Distant...
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A Mom’s Gratitude Reflection at Summer’s End When Too Much is Going On
Emily Griffin, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C I am a mom of five children, a psychotherapist, and as I realized in recent years, a nearly lifelong...
Protecting Your Family From the Weight of Trump Trauma
If you have an ounce of empathy in your body, then you can feel like you’ve been hit by a truck when learning more about families being...
13 Ways Busy Parents Support Sibling Relationships
Find small, meaningful ways for older brother or sister to be involved from the start. Talk about his or her role and how important...
You're Still a Good Mom If You...
You’re Still a Good Mom If You… - don’t love being around your kids every moment of every day. - need time to yourself. - want to...
An Anonymous New Mom's Breastfeeding Story
An Anonymous New Mom’s Breastfeeding Story I asked this mom to write up her story. She allowed me to share it with you. -Emily Griffin,...
Why Dads Need Postpartum Support Too & How to Help Them
As a psychotherapist who works with new parents, I often hear dads talk about feeling left out. They feel pressure to “provide” and don’t...
7 Reasons to Forgive Yourself for Not Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is known as the most primal and first tangible way we can show our undying commitment to nurturing this little person we...
Self-care & Mindfulness for New Parents
Mindfulness & Self-Care for New Parents “Mindful parenting is a lifelong practice. It means you become less attached to outcomes and more...
Video Games: The Great Debate and Where I Stand by Emily Griffin, MSW, LICSW
This blog post is recorded on a radio show that can be found at www.The-American-Family.com. My recurring segment on The American Family...
