Rooted Thistle Counselling

11/02/2025

10/06/2025

Win your spot! Calling all moms!

We are so excited about this offering coming your way on Oct 24 in Cambridge. Body image is such an important topic, especially in motherhood. It is something we all feel the impacts of, but rarely are given space to process. Join us as we dive deeper into this space in community with one another. To enter:

1) Follow and

2) Tag a friend. Every tag is an additional entry.

The winner will be announced Oct 17 on Instagram. If you have already registered or are planning to register, feel free to enter anyways. If you win we will refund you the cost. Sliding scale pricing is also available for those in need. Good luck!

10/05/2025

Do any of these thoughts sound familiar? If so, you are not alone. So many moms are hurting in silence as they grapple with the changes their bodies have experienced.

Join us on Oct 24 as we explore all of the ways your body has changed since having kids. Here we will say NO to bounce back culture and YES to self-compassion. Together we will have meaningful discussions and learn new ways to support your wellness while being a busy mom. It is time to dig deep. Are you ready?

Register: info@rootedthistlecounselling.com
Link in bio

09/08/2025

Moms night out! 📢📢 Claim your spot!

Join us for an evening of connection and learning as we take a deep dive into body image after having kids. As moms, our bodies go through so much. You may look in the mirror and wonder who is staring back at you.

There is so much pressure to 'bounce back' in our society. This mixed with diet culture has created the ultimate cocktail of shame, especially for millennial moms. Rarely do we approach our bodies with compassion. Many of us have learned to judge and punish ourselves as we aim for an ideal that can never be obtained. The truth is, motherhood has changed you. There is no going back, only forward.

Julie Keta (Registered Dietitian) and myself, Rochelle Kaikai (Registered Social Worker) specialize in supporting moms like you in their wellness journeys. We hope to kick bounce back culture to the curb and give you some helpful strategies and insights to consider.

If you would like to learn more about this workshop, please follow the link below:

https://forms.gle/WJa268LYdLPas4pU7

Register by Sept. 30 to take advantage of early bird pricing. This workshop will be hosted on Fri Oct 24 at Fireside Haven Studio in Cambridge (conveniently located close to KW, Guelph & Surrounding Areas, off of the 401).

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05/01/2025

If you are a parent of twins or triplets, you know how hard things can be. This is particularly noticable in the first year.

Just getting out of the door can be an insurmountable task most days. Even when you finally do, you must deal with constant stares, comments, and questions from strangers...some of which are not very encouraging. Attending parent and baby groups can feel intimidating, as everything you need to do with your babies takes at least twice as long. Some are even completely inaccessible due to location, registration limitations, cost, and more. There are so many places where you may not feel like you fit in.

On top of this, parents of multiples often deal with intense emotional fatigue as they try to meet the needs of all of their babies. They may worry about their children being seen as individuals, or that they are getting enough 1 on 1 time. Many babies born as twins/triplets experience medical or developmental concerns from premature birth and other factors. This further adds to the load of caring for multiples. Common challenges new parents face such as sleep deprivation, financial strain, lack of a 'village', and mental health issues are magnified for parents of multiples.

Despite all of these challenges, any parent of multiples will tell you what an honour it is to be part of this special club. Catching a knowing glance from another parent of multiples out in the wild is so comforting. We love our children AND struggle with the weight of it all sometimes. There is value in knowing you are not alone in your struggles. Some days are really hard.

If you are a parent of multiples looking for mental health support, I encourage you to reach out. Having the right kind of support can make all of the difference. From one twin mom to another; I see you. Please know you are not alone.

https://www.rootedthistlecounselling.com/services/parentsofmultiplestwinstriplets

Info@rootedthistlecounselling.com

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04/19/2025

How is group therapy different from any other mom group? Keep reading.

Group therapy gives new moms a safe space to share openly with one another. The group is facilitated by a therapist who is able to set group norms, guide discussion, share information, and teach valuable skills to support your mental health. This gives group members a chance to really dig deep into how they are experiencing motherhood and all of its challenges.

When you have a baby it can feel like your life is turned upside down. Many moms are left to figure out things on their own after their 6 week postpartum check up. The postpartum period is MUCH longer than 6 weeks, yet this is when our society has decided to stop checking in on moms. The truth is, moms need support in ALL stages of motherhood. We can't do this alone and we were never meant to.

If you are a mom that has been feeling isolated, I encourage you to reach out. The thought of joining a group can feel really scary, but there is so much potential for meaningful connection if you do.

www.rootedthistlecounselling.com/services/group-therapy

Are you a new mom in Cambridge, ON? I will be facilitating a group in your area starting May 29, 2025. Check out the details here (link in bio):

https://forms.gle/sjFSGLydTkr2QHyz6

04/11/2025

I am a 3x c-section mama.

Birth is birth, no matter how it happens. Let's honour the experiences of all birthing parents so they can get the support and encouragement they deserve. There are so many myths out there about cesarean births. One of the big ones is that it is the "easy way out". As a mom who has had 3 c-section births, I can confidently bust that myth. These myths are damaging and cause parents who have given birth by c-section to feel less than and shamed. The truth is, birth is birth and you are one amazing human for going through it!

What other myths have you heard about c-sections? Drop them below in the coments👇

03/24/2025

We are so excited to meet all of the parents at the North Perth Baby Show! We have a lot to share about all things mental health so be sure to stop by our booth and say hi!

Vendor SPOTLIGHT
Rooted Thistle Counselling will be at our Baby Show on May 25th!

Rooted Thistle Counselling
"We live in a world where expectations are high and support is low, especially for parents. We specialize in supporting moms and dads as they navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. You matter and so does your mental health. Reach out today to learn more about how our mom therapists can support you."

01/05/2025

The joy of motherhood: Seeing the world through my child's eyes.

I am so grateful to be able to play and have fun with my kids. They remind me what true joy is. Watching them help each other up the hill, laugh with glee as they slide down...wow what a great reminder of this gift called motherhood. There are many parts of being a parent that are hard. Parents often feel the pressure of high expectations and low support. It is easy to lose sight of the joy parenthood brings in the hard moments. It is important to notice the good moments too...because there are many.

I hope you got a chance to laugh with your kids at some point over the holiday break. It is pure joy 🤍❄️