Category: Mental Health

4 pillars of self-care as a new mom

4 pillars of self-care as a new mom

Guest post by OMC member Amy Kovner, Owner of Embodied Wellness …   Self-Care is critical for moms, especially in the postpartum period. Understandably, most new moms are completely focused on caring for a baby and have very little time and energy to take care of themselves. Being a new mom can be incredibly overwhelming […]

Meet Amy: Certified Nutritionist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Meet Amy: Certified Nutritionist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Your Story – a little “About You” – How long have you lived in the Seattle area? Where are you from/why did you move here? What do you do for a living? Have you always done this? I grew up in Gig Harbor, Washington and have spent most of my life in the PNW. I […]

Failure is FUN!

Guest post from Kate & Jess of Wilderwomen. Om Mama is thrilled to partner with Wilderwomen for our Mom & Babe-friendly hike at Gold Creek Pond on Saturday, July 13th. We love encouraging and supporting women to enjoy the great outdoors, come together in community & have some fun!  Hi Beautiful Adventurers, Seasonal shifts in […]

3 Reasons to Practice Mindfulness as a Parent

3 Reasons to Practice Mindfulness as a Parent

Guest Post by Ela Compton of ParentsPause: Ela hosts meditation playdates for parents and children in the Seattle area. Check out her full calendar & additional offerings at parentspause.com! Are you tired and overwhelmed? Are you sick of feeling like the day goes by in total chaos and you aren’t doing anything well (let alone […]