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Chelsea Robinson, LCSW

Chelsea Robinson, LCSW, is a motherhood therapist, matrescence coach, village builder and founder of Mama’s Modern Village. With over 10 years of experience in the field of mental health, she supports women on their motherhood journey at the intersection of modern motherhood culture and a woman’s matrescence, her transition from woman to mother. Chelsea is not a parenting expert, rather an expert on the mama, whose work centers on bringing the mother back into focus. Chelsea has created "Becoming Mama", a 12-week program designed to support women all along their motherhood journey in decreasing their burnout, stress and overwhelm, while increasing their confidence, joy and understanding of their matrescence. You can sign up for the waitlist on her website. https://www.mamasmodernvillage.com/

mom holding newborn alone at home - pathologizing motherhood - Motherly
Postpartum

Mothers don’t need to be ‘fixed’. They aren’t what’s broken

And now the Surgeon General’s warning about parental stress affirms that.

Postpartum
mother's day: mom being hugged and kissed by two daughters - Motherly says mothering is work
Mother's Day

Mothering is work. For Mother’s Day, I’d like a raise, please

Sure, I’ll take the flowers and breakfast in bed, too, but if you really want to acknowledge all that I do, start treating me like a paid employee. 

Mother's Day, Work & Motherhood
mother doing crafts in kitchen with kids patriarchal motherhood
Work & Motherhood

We are mothering within ‘patriarchal motherhood’

And it can feel oppressive. Here’s how to shift that pressure to make motherhood more empowering for yourself and mothers everywhere.

Work & Motherhood, Motherly Stories
happy mom and toddler outside - happiness anchors
Self Care

Mothers are their children’s ‘happiness anchors’

But how can moms create happiness anchors for themselves? The answer: In glimmers and small rituals.

Self Care, Relationships
Mom and newborn baby sleeping - Are you in the messy middle of motherhood?
Postpartum

Are you in the ‘messy middle’ of motherhood?

Matrescence is a continuum, and the majority of moms are in the ‘messy middle.’ Here’s what that means.

Postpartum, Motherly Stories
man in glasses looking sad - paternal depression
Mental Health

What is paternal depression? We need to talk about men’s mental health, too

Depression in men often goes undiagnosed—but men are 3 to 4 times more likely to die by suicide than women. Here's how to spot the signs.

Mental Health, Marriage & Partnerships
mom-holding-her-newborn - baby blues
Mental Health

It’s time to retire the term ‘baby blues’

It's a form of postpartum depression.

Mental Health, Postpartum
woman sitting in bed looking sad - maternal suicide prevention resources
Postpartum

Suicide is the leading cause of death in new moms

When you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide, it’s hard to ask for help—but that’s when help from others is most necessary.

Postpartum, Mental Health
Mom friends playing with toddlers at home showing beauty of postpartum care after fourth trimester
Postpartum

The need for postpartum support doesn’t end after the fourth trimester

Ask any toddler mom; they need a meal train now more than ever.

Postpartum, Fertility Prep More, Fourth Trimester
Mental Health

5 steps to stop an anxiety spiral, according to a therapist

Here’s how to normalize your feelings and get grounded again.

Mental Health
mother holding baby at the beach - motherhood and trauma
Mental Health

You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

Mental Health
Mother comforting young son at home
Children's Health

Witnessing domestic violence as a child comes with long-term health consequences

Here’s how to spot the signs.

Children's Health, Safety
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