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Why Is It So Damn Hard to Be a Mom and a Therapist?
MacKenzie Bradke, LCSW MacKenzie Bradke, LCSW

Why Is It So Damn Hard to Be a Mom and a Therapist?

We all have stories of how parenthood was hyped up throughout our childhood and then when the day arrived…it may have been deeply disappointing. Or harder than they said it would be. Or you realized it’s a thankless job.

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The Similarities Between Motherhood and Depression: Laughing Through the Tears
MacKenzie Bradke, LCSW MacKenzie Bradke, LCSW

The Similarities Between Motherhood and Depression: Laughing Through the Tears

Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, full of beautiful moments and challenges that push us to the brink. Two such experiences that are often linked to a rollercoaster of emotions are motherhood and depression. The connection between the two may seem a bit far-fetched, but if you look deeper, you'll find striking similarities that both experiences share. And while they each come with their unique challenges, there's a silver lining in the fact that understanding these similarities can help us navigate these experiences better and find the strength to laugh through the tears rather than curling up in a ball.

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