Did you know that today, October 10th is World Mental Health day? I'm always surprised at the amount of stigma that is still attached to seeking support from a counselor for mental health. I believe that awareness is key to improving access and social acceptance of counseling. In honor of today, I'd like to share with you seven ways that you can improve your own mental health. We all know the general rules for a healthy body- eat right, exercise, take your vitamins, drink ple

Being a midwife is the best job in the world. Attending births and watching as a woman reaches deep within herself to find the strength to deliver her baby is inspiring to me, and I try to remember to be that strong when life is pushing me around. Last week, I was honored to attend a birth for a dear friend and client who I have known since she was 15 years old. It was a beautiful delivery, and one that filled my soul with delight. Welcome to the world, little darling!