Frustration, boredom, irritation, sad days; these are all normal parts of life. We feel them even when our life is on track, things are going well, and we generally find joy in every day. It's common for people to use the term "I'm depressed today" casually, but living with … [Read more...]
Hand it Back
A terrific woman took a moment to vent about a last minute assignment she received to arrange babysitting for a church activity. This can be a big job, requiring time to coordinate and recruit, and it's much appreciated by families with young children. It turns out her … [Read more...]
Parenting with Depression: 7 Tips for Hard Days
I wish I could say that depression never affects my parenting; that a blue day for me never means one for my kids. I wish I could say that I have never relied on the TV to entertain when I barely had the energy to get up or that I have never hid in the bathroom crying because I … [Read more...]