I Study Maternal Health – That’s Exactly Why I’m Afraid To Give Birth

The author (left) with her mom and aunt, celebrating her Nana’s 75th birthday in Nashville, Tennessee. “Do you think I should consider freezing my eggs?”  I posed this question to my grandmother and aunt recently as the reality set in that I’m about to turn 30. According to medical science, the older I get, the […]

Therapist-Approved Ways To Respond When Kids Say: ‘I Hate You’

Hearing your child shout “I hate you” can be excruciating. I know, I’ve been there. Usually they’re in complete emotional turmoil – logic has officially left the building, as rage, frustration or disappointment takes control.  It’s hard not to take it personally, but usually when they are using this kind of language, it doesn’t actually […]