Archive - Dr. Mom

When Sirens Meant Danger

How Childhood Fear Rewires the Adult Body

Apr 30 •

What It Really Feels Like to Leave

Finding Strength to Walk Away

Apr 28 •

It didn’t begin with a revelation.

Apr 25 •

Reclaiming My Voice After a Childhood of Secrets

si The bedroom was still, the kind of stillness that presses into your ears and makes you wonder if the world outside is still moving at all.

Apr 23 •

I Thought I Was Safe

Disclaimer: This post discusses topics that may be triggering or distressing to some readers.

Apr 21 •

The Artful Strategy of Nan's Branding: How She Transformed Me

This post deserves a remix! A little reminder of how incredible Nan is at lifting up writers. She truly changed my life!

Apr 18 •

The Easter Bunny Wore a Straitjacket

When I was a little girl, freedom came with a banana seat and faded handlebar streamers.

Apr 18 •

Did It Really Happen Like That?

How writing the truth helped me believe it and helped my sister heal, too

Apr 16 •

I Never Lied to Anyone I Didn't Like

The Lies Didn’t Save Me.

Apr 14 •

What It Really Takes to Outgrow the People Who Raised You

Why I Started Writing Dr. Mom

Apr 11 •

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