Moms Without Capes

12/11/2025

Ever look in the mirror and think, “Who even am I anymore?”

You used to have dreams, hobbies, space to breathe. Now it feels like your identity has been replaced by a never-ending list of tasks, diaper changes, school drop-offs, and everyone else’s needs but your own.

Motherhood is beautiful, yes - but it can also swallow you whole if you’re not careful.

If you’re feeling lost in the role of “mom,” please know this: you’re not broken. You’re just buried. Beneath the overwhelm, the guilt, the to-do lists… you’re still in there.

You deserve to feel like a whole person, not just a caretaker. It’s okay to want more. To crave joy, rest, connection, and purpose beyond the next meal or laundry load.

It’s not selfish. It’s necessary.

💭 Tell me - what’s one thing you used to love doing before kids that you haven’t done in a long time?

Let’s start there. You’re allowed to want you back.

07/11/2025

Have you ever noticed that your body seems to “act up” during stressful seasons?

Maybe your shoulders tighten after an argument… your stomach flips before a big event… or your back starts aching when life feels heavy.

That’s not random.
That’s your body talking.

When emotions go unprocessed—fear, guilt, grief, resentment—they don’t just disappear. They get stored in the body. Over time, that emotional tension can manifest as real physical symptoms like headaches, fatigue, digestive issues, or chronic pain.

It’s called the mind-body connection, and research confirms what many of us have felt all along: our emotional health and physical health are deeply intertwined.

When we don’t allow ourselves to feel and express what’s going on internally, the body often takes over as the messenger.

So the next time your body sends you a signal—tightness, fatigue, pain—pause and ask yourself:
👉 “What might I be holding onto right now?”

Your body isn’t betraying you. It’s trying to get your attention.

✨ To learn more about how emotions create physical symptoms (and to hear the wild story of how I got instant pain relief right after giving my TEDx talk!), tune into this week’s episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast:
🎧 From Stress to Shoulder Pain: How Emotions Create Physical Symptoms

06/11/2025

Love this kind of feedback!

If you’ve been thinking about therapy and want to see if we’re a good fit, I offer a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, just a chance to connect.

👉 www.momswithoutcapes.com/counseling

06/11/2025

Have you ever had your body speak for you?

The morning of my TEDx talk, I woke up with searing shoulder pain that no amount of stretching, oils, or deep breathing could touch. But here’s the wild part—
the moment I stepped off the stage, the pain vanished.

That day, I realized something powerful:
our bodies hold what our hearts haven’t processed.

In this week’s episode of the Moms Without Capes Podcast, I’m sharing that story and unpacking how stress, trauma, and emotional overload can turn into real physical symptoms—like headaches, fatigue, or chronic pain.

You’ll learn:
✨ Why your body responds to emotional stress with physical pain
✨ What science says about the mind-body connection
✨ How to start listening to your body and releasing what it’s holding

If you’ve ever said, “I just don’t feel right,” but couldn’t put your finger on why—this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in to From Stress to Shoulder Pain: How Emotions Create Physical Symptoms on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

27/10/2025

Taking care of your mental health as a mom doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

In fact, small, consistent shifts can make a big difference. Here are a few ways to protect your peace and show up for yourself, not just your people:

🌿 Start your day with intention
Even five quiet minutes to breathe, pray, stretch, or journal before the chaos begins can help you feel centered.

🚫 Say no (without guilt)
Every “no” to something draining is a “yes” to your wellbeing. Practice protecting your time and energy.

🧠 Challenge the negative self-talk
Would you speak to a friend the way you speak to yourself? Notice your inner voice and give it a gentler tone.

📲 Take a scroll break
Limit social media when you’re feeling anxious or depleted. It’s okay to disconnect to reconnect with yourself.

🫶 Ask for help
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Talk to your partner. Delegate. And yes - therapy counts, too.

🛏️ Rest is productive
Your brain and body need breaks. It’s not lazy. It’s necessary.

You’re allowed to take care of your mental health, not just survive the days. In fact, your family benefits more when you do.

Which one of these do you want to work on this week?

26/10/2025

18/10/2025

🎨✨ The Kids Holiday Craft Fair is Coming! ✨🎨

Looking for something heartwarming to do this holiday season? Come support young creators and individuals overcoming physical, cognitive, and behavioral health challenges at The Kids Holiday Craft Fair, hosted by Little Legends!

🗓 Saturday, November 22
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 United Way of Yellowstone County

This special event celebrates creativity, resilience, and community. You’ll find unique handmade crafts perfect for holiday gifts, all made by talented kids and individuals whose art truly shines with meaning and heart. 💖

Bring your family, do a little shopping, and make a big difference by showing up for this amazing group of local makers!

15/10/2025

This workshop is coming up in a few days and if you are a parent of a child with special needs, it is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about how to take care of yourself so that you can be stronger and more resilient for your family.

🧠💪 Are you the parent of a child with special healthcare needs? You're not alone — and you deserve care, too. ❤️

Join us for a free, in-person session hosted by a Rocky Mountain College OTD Capstone Student, focused on building resilience and balance through simple, realistic strategies for stress relief and self-care.

✨ Event Details:
📍 Little Legends Therapy
1601 Lewis Ave, Suite 107
Billings, MT 59102
🗓️ October 18
🕐 1 PM – 2 PM

RSVP at the QR code or DM us to let us know your coming! 😀

Let’s take a moment to focus on you. 🌿

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09/10/2025

Not everyone’s going to like your boundaries… and that’s okay.

Setting limits with family isn’t about being mean — it’s about protecting your peace and honoring your needs. 💛

Start small. Stay consistent. And remember — every “no” makes more space for what truly matters.

✨ Hear more about setting boundaries with family in this week’s Moms Without Capes Podcast and blog post!

🎧 Link in bio 💕

09/10/2025

Do you ever leave a family gathering feeling completely drained?
If so, it might be time to look at your boundaries.

Here are two ways to start protecting your peace with family (without guilt):

1️⃣ Get clear on your limits.
Notice which interactions leave you feeling anxious, resentful, or exhausted. That’s usually your cue that a boundary needs to be set.

2️⃣ Communicate calmly and clearly.
Use “I” statements like: “I feel overwhelmed when visits are unplanned. I need at least a day’s notice.”

You don’t have to overexplain - just state what you need with kindness and consistency. Clear is kind!

💬 Boundaries aren’t about shutting people out. They’re about creating relationships where you can still be you.

To hear more about how to set healthy boundaries with family (and why it’s essential for your mental health), check out this week’s Moms Without Capes Podcast episode and the blog post linked below.

🎧 Listen + Read here: https://momswithoutcapes.com/252-boundaries-with-family/

08/10/2025

Flourish: A Women’s Financial Wellness Group

Money stress runs deeper than just dollars and cents - it often carries guilt, shame, and anxiety. That’s where financial therapy comes in. It blends financial planning with emotional and psychological support so you can finally heal your relationship with money.

My friend, Stacy Peterson, a licensed therapist in Montana who specializing in helping people discover, work through, and shift their beliefs around money is offering two upcoming groups around just this.

So if you’ve ever found yourself…

👉Ignoring your cash flow

👉Feeling shame after shopping

👉Hiding debt or feeling anxious about spending

👉Overspending or underspending

👉Wishing your kids could grow up with a healthier view of money

👉Longing to feel calm and confident with your finances

…then this group is for you.

Flourish is a 6-week women’s financial therapy group that provides:
✔️ Weekly topics + “thinking homework” to help you grow
✔️ Small, supportive groups of 4–8 women
✔️ A safe, closed space (no new clients added once the group begins)
✔️ Tools to help you shift both your money habits and the emotions behind them

📅 Upcoming Groups (Virtual):

Morning Group: Tuesdays, Oct 14 – Nov 18, 9:00–10:00 AM MT
Evening Group: Wednesdays, Oct 29 – Dec 10, 6:00–7:00 PM MT

$50 per session

Stacy offers a no-cost consultation to see if it’s a good fit for what you need

Don’t wait—you are worth this investment in yourself.
👉 https://www.riverbendfinancialtherapy.com/group-financial-therapy

Heal your finances, heal your relationships, and flourish.

Join our 6-week Financial Group Therapy for women, integrating financial planning with emotional support to address money-related issues.

30/09/2025

Feeling yourself start to resent your partner? You’re NOT alone.

No one prepares you for how isolating and overwhelming early motherhood can feel. You’re exhausted, you’re on duty 24/7, and suddenly the person who used to be your rock starts to feel like just one more person you’re taking care of.

You love your baby, you love your partner but you’re tired, touched‑out, and resentful.

He comes home and seems calm. You haven’t had a minute to yourself all day. You’re still feeding, changing, cleaning, and he gets to sit down, scroll, or “take a break.” Inside, you’re thinking: “I didn’t sign up to do this all alone.”

This doesn’t mean you’re a bad mom or a bad partner. It means you’re overwhelmed and human.

This is exactly what I help moms with.

I’m a licensed therapist who works with moms who feel burned out, resentful, or like they’ve lost themselves.

In counseling, we work on:

👉Easing the resentment and overwhelm

👉Navigating the mental and emotional load of motherhood

👉Communicating needs and boundaries without guilt

👉Reconnecting with yourself (and your partner)

You don’t have to do this alone.

If you’re nodding along as you read this, I invite you to schedule a free 15‑minute consultation to see how therapy with me can help you feel calmer, more in control, and more like you again.

📅 Schedule your call here: www.momswithoutcapes.com/counseling