February is National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) Month , a time to raise awareness about the challenges teens face with food, body image, and mental health. As a parent, it can be concerning to see your teen struggle with restrictive eating, binge eating, or obsessive thoughts about their body. Early support is critical—and the Heartwood Program  offers evidence-based care, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) , to help teens build emotional regulation, coping skills, and...

For many people, the holidays come with an emotional buildup—connection, celebration, and the promise of a fresh start in the new year. But once January fades and winter drags on, February often becomes the most emotionally difficult month of the year . Short days, cold weather, financial stress, and lingering emotional exhaustion can all contribute to seasonal depression , leaving individuals and families feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure of where to turn. At Healthy Foundations...

Motherhood has a way of reshaping nearly every part of life, including friendships. Many moms notice that relationships which once felt effortless begin to shift after having children. This change is common, normal, and not a sign of failure. Understanding why  mom friendships change can help women approach these transitions with compassion, clarity, and confidence. Why Mom Friendships Often Change Life Stages Shift Priorities Before kids, friendships are often built around shared schedules,...