The Post-Tantrum Hangover: Why It Feels Like You've Lived Seven Lives Before 8 a.m.
Some mornings, it feels like you've run an emotional marathon before you've even started your work day.
Can we talk about the "post tantrum hangover" that no one warns parents about? The tantrum ends. You make it to daycare. You drive away... and suddenly feel like you got hit by a bus. If you know, you know. I think we need a name for this.
When Your Kids’ Sibling Fights Trigger You More Than They Should
If sibling arguments instantly spike your anxiety, irritability, or anger, it’s not because you’re impatient. It’s because your nervous system is interpreting conflict as danger. Noise, tension, crying, yelling, and chaos can activate old emotional patterns, overstimulation, and the pressure to keep peace. This post breaks down why sibling conflict hits so hard for moms and what helps your body stay grounded. If this feels familiar, I am a therapist in Ohio who specializes in therapy for mothers, specifically EMDR Therapy or therapy intensives.