Free Fall Reflections Journal

When you’re a parent, it’s not easy to watch your daughter go through awkward tween and teen years. Although girls these days are so much more empowered to love themselves exactly as they are, they will still occasionally face the pressure to look a certain way.  That can really do a number on a girl’s …

Something happens when my period comes on. All I want is to eat greasy, sugary food and watch crappy reality television. It’s normal to have these types of cravings, but while junk food (and toxic TV) feels comforting when I’m menstruating, I know that it’s not the best thing for me.  Snacks filled with sugar …

Managing my mental health has been an ongoing journey filled with ups and downs. I’ve been open about my struggles with anxiety and depression, and the fact that medication, therapy, diet, and lifestyle changes help me manage. Even with these tools, there are still challenging periods where my symptoms feel overwhelming. My mind races with …

You can talk to your teen about consent without it being awkward.  When I was younger, the idea of discussing sex with my parents mortified me. They must have felt some way about having the conversation, too, because we never did talk about it. Kids these days are much more informed thanks to the internet …

My daughter is in high school now, and trying to find quality time to spend 1:1 is becoming such a challenge. Fortunately, we have a standing nighttime date to watch an episode or two of The Office before bed, but I know it’s also important to nurture our bond through one-on-one dates. These dates give …