As any parent of more than one child knows, welcoming a new baby is both joyful and tender—a season full of excitement, adjustment, and deep emotion. In this heartfelt and practical post, written from the perspective of a mom 30 weeks pregnant with her second child, we explore how to prepare your toddler for becoming a big sibling while keeping your bond strong and secure.

Grief doesn’t wait for the “right” time. It can arrive on the sunniest day, when the air feels soft and the world insists everything is fine. Grieving, Even When It’s Nice Out explores the quiet dissonance of mourning in a world that keeps spinning — where our brains, our bodies, and the seasons often fall out of sync. Drawing on neuroscience and attachment theory, this piece delves into how grief is not a failure of resilience but a natural expression of love.

Without time in the being mode, the brain stays locked in go-mode. That’s great for survival—but terrible for clarity, insight, and long-term emotional health.

Your support can save a life. Learn how to recognize the signs of suicidal ideation and how to show up for someone in crisis.

Help your child feel calm and balanced with playful sensory activities! Learn how proprioception supports nervous system regulation.

Feeling overwhelmed? These 5 simple regulation strategies take just 5 minutes to calm your nervous system—perfect for busy moms.

From 'I don’t want to go' to 'I won’t go'—school avoidance is no joke. Discover strategies to build resilience, one small step at a time.

In Part 2 of our series, we share practical strategies to support your child's beginning path back to class!

Responding to school avoidance can be one of the greatest stressors of parenting. Our expert therapist walks you through some strategies.

ADHD is a form of neurodivergence to be understood and celebrated!

How the Illuminate Team will help you tackle burnout!