As a mom of two daughters, I know firsthand that parenting is a wild, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming journey. This space is where I share parenting advice, personal stories, and ideas to help navigate the ups and downs—from newborn snuggles to the whirlwind of toddlerhood and the ever-changing world of tweens. My two little girls are now two young teens so the parenting topics I have covered have grown as the girls have and as I have as a mother. No matter what stage you’re in, you’re not alone—let’s figure it out together!
How Unresolved Trauma Can Drive Substance Use, and How Healing Is Possible
For many people, substance use is not about chasing a high. It is about trying to survive emotional pain that never fully healed. Unresolved trauma can quietly shape thoughts,
