PinnedMember-onlySupport Groups and Resources for Parents of Transgender TeenagersLesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ) children desperately need love, support, and compassion. Being accepted and affirmed is crucial to improve self-esteem and reduce anxiety and depression. According to The Trevor Project 2020 Mental Health Survey: “48% of LGBTQ youth reported engaging in self-harm in the past twelve months…Transgender4 min readTransgender4 min read
May 12, 2022Member-onlyHow to talk to your kids about UkraineMDW is proud to feature the wisdom of Clinical Psychologist, Health Service Psychologist, Adjunct Professor, and Board Certified Music Therapist, Dr. Bethany Cook, to share her tips on how to talk to your children or teens about war. Parents need to talk to their children about war because it’s an…Ukraine4 min readUkraine4 min read
May 12, 2022Member-onlyThe Importance of Support for Pregnant Women after Infertility TreatmentsApril 24th marks the beginning of National Infertility Awareness Week, a week dedicated to erasing the stigmas and barriers surrounding how families are made. Pregnancy after IVF or other infertility treatments can often be more stressful, and expectant mothers need a solid support system as they grow their baby.Infertility5 min readInfertility5 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Jan 14, 2020Member-onlyHow to clear your record now that marijuana is legal in IllinoisHave you or someone you know ever been arrested for possessing marijuana? If so, the new Illinois law allows you to clear your record. If you were arrested for possession of up to 500 grams of marijuana, we can petition the Court for an expungement. Although the State of Illinois…Criminal Justice2 min readCriminal Justice2 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Nov 5, 2019Member-onlyTop 10 list of things to know if you’re considering divorceby Anique Drouin, Attorney at Sullivan Taylor, Gumina & Palmer, P.C. Has the thought of divorce crossed your mind, but you’re hesitant to seek legal counsel? So many clients have shared their reluctance to seek separation from their partner with these four aspects at the top of their list: Fear…Divorce5 min readDivorce5 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Oct 24, 2019Member-onlyCoping with grief and loss during the holidaysby Amy Kennaugh Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the cooler weather, autumnal colors, and football. Now, if I could get rid of the second half of the month of October, it would be great! Wait, what? The entire second half of the month? …Grief5 min readGrief5 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Oct 17, 2019Member-onlyGeneva Wellness Weekend: Supporting long-term health and well-beingEveryone’s definition of wellness is different. For me, wellness has no size or perfect number. Wellness means having peace in my mind, body, and spirit, and my mission is to help other women find their peace to thrive instead of simply survive. On the journey to support women, I’m excited…Womens Health4 min readWomens Health4 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Oct 7, 2019Member-onlyShining the light on women in crisisSupporting women from all walks of life in this crazy high expectations world, Modern Domestic Woman (MDW) Cares works to provide a local directory of practical resources for women in any capacity needed. …Domestic Violence5 min readDomestic Violence5 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Aug 24, 2019Member-onlyMDW in Sycamore, Illinois: Krista Svoboda of Oh Baby 3D/4D Ultrasound BoutiqueHaving an ultrasound when I was pregnant with my three kiddos was similar to going through the drive-through at a fast-food restaurant. It would have been nice to enjoy the moments of “seeing” my baby without the pressure of the “get in and get out” vibe of the practitioners. Years…Pregnancy4 min readPregnancy4 min read
Published in The Modern Domestic Woman·Jul 23, 2019Member-onlyFour inspiring woman-centric social feeds you should followIt’s easy to spiral into a cluster of nonsense online, and oh my, isn’t it getting exhausting these days? At The Modern Domestic Woman, we’re on a mission to bring you notable people, products, places, support systems, and stories that are worth your time to stop and linger. …Podcast4 min readPodcast4 min read
