Rooted Thistle Counselling

Do any of these thoughts sound familiar? If so, you are not alone. So many moms are hurting in silence as they grapple with the changes their bodies have experienced.

Join us on Oct 24 as we explore all of the ways your body has changed since having kids. Here we will say NO to bounce back culture and YES to self-compassion. Together we will have meaningful discussions and learn new ways to support your wellness while being a busy mom. It is time to dig deep. Are you ready?

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Join us for an evening of connection and learning as we take a deep dive into body image after having kids. As moms, our bodies go through so much. You may look in the mirror and wonder who is staring back at you.

There is so much pressure to 'bounce back' in our society. This mixed with diet culture has created the ultimate cocktail of shame, especially for millennial moms. Rarely do we approach our bodies with compassion. Many of us have learned to judge and punish ourselves as we aim for an ideal that can never be obtained. The truth is, motherhood has changed you. There is no going back, only forward.

Julie Keta (Registered Dietitian) and myself, Rochelle Kaikai (Registered Social Worker) specialize in supporting moms like you in their wellness journeys. We hope to kick bounce back culture to the curb and give you some helpful strategies and insights to consider.

If you would like to learn more about this workshop, please follow the link below:

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Register by Sept. 30 to take advantage of early bird pricing. This workshop will be hosted on Fri Oct 24 at Fireside Haven Studio in Cambridge (conveniently located close to KW, Guelph & Surrounding Areas, off of the 401).

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If you are a parent of twins or triplets, you know how hard things can be. This is particularly noticable in the first year.

Just getting out of the door can be an insurmountable task most days. Even when you finally do, you must deal with constant stares, comments, and questions from strangers...some of which are not very encouraging. Attending parent and baby groups can feel intimidating, as everything you need to do with your babies takes at least twice as long. Some are even completely inaccessible due to location, registration limitations, cost, and more. There are so many places where you may not feel like you fit in.

On top of this, parents of multiples often deal with intense emotional fatigue as they try to meet the needs of all of their babies. They may worry about their children being seen as individuals, or that they are getting enough 1 on 1 time. Many babies born as twins/triplets experience medical or developmental concerns from premature birth and other factors. This further adds to the load of caring for multiples. Common challenges new parents face such as sleep deprivation, financial strain, lack of a 'village', and mental health issues are magnified for parents of multiples.

Despite all of these challenges, any parent of multiples will tell you what an honour it is to be part of this special club. Catching a knowing glance from another parent of multiples out in the wild is so comforting. We love our children AND struggle with the weight of it all sometimes. There is value in knowing you are not alone in your struggles. Some days are really hard.

If you are a parent of multiples looking for mental health support, I encourage you to reach out. Having the right kind of support can make all of the difference. From one twin mom to another; I see you. Please know you are not alone.

https://www.rootedthistlecounselling.com/services/parentsofmultiplestwinstriplets

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