The Willow Journal

Reflections, Encouragement and Memoirs about Motherhood & Beyond

Written by Esmeralda Cardenas, LPC, PMH-C

“Letters form words, words form expressions—their dance with each other lead to stories, thoughts, and reflections. In them you see the author’s heart and their soul.”

— Esmeralda Cardenas

Esmeralda Cardenas, San Antonio, Texas bilingual therapist for moms, smiling and writing in a journal in a bright, plant-filled living room
Selfishness vs Selflessness in Motherhood
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Selfishness vs Selflessness in Motherhood

If you feel guilty every time you do something for yourself, this is for you. A Texas therapist and PMH-C specialist explores mom guilt, selfishness, selflessness, and the freedom you didn't know you had.

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Unspoken Postpartum Thoughts
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Unspoken Postpartum Thoughts

If you've had thoughts you were too ashamed to say out loud after having a baby, you are not alone. A Texas postpartum therapist shares her own story — and what healing can look like for you.

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Flowers Are Nice. Support Is Essential.
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Flowers Are Nice. Support Is Essential.

A call to partners to move beyond “helping” and toward shared responsibility that protects postpartum mental health and strengthens families.

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Postpartum: More Than a Moment
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Postpartum: More Than a Moment

Postpartum: More Than a Moment

Postpartum is more than recovery—it’s a journey of becoming. Explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual sides of motherhood and healing.

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