top of page


On Whining
What do I do with the whining? And is there anything more triggering? You already hear directions shouted at you all day long. Add in the...
Stacy McCann
Jan 30, 20242 min read


On Sharing (and why we don't have to teach it)
So many posts in Facebook groups about sharing. How do I get my kids to share? My kid always takes toys! My kid won’t share his stuff!...
Stacy McCann
Jan 5, 20241 min read


On Outside Time as a Basic Need
Stop taking away recess and outside time as punishment! Why on earth are we making kids earn movement? Fresh air? EXERCISE? I’m obviously...
Stacy McCann
Oct 20, 20231 min read


On Our Expectations
I love this concept from Fran Liberatore at @bigmothering. She had a fantastic series on her stories the other day (she often does,...
Stacy McCann
Oct 13, 20232 min read


On Self-Care
Self-care isn’t about the activity. Self-care is about choice and control. Control of our time and how we spend it. As moms, we control...
Stacy McCann
Oct 2, 20231 min read


On the Similarities Between ADHD and Motherhood
Truly, the similarities are endless. ✔️ Lack of attention to detail ✔️ Difficulty paying attention to tasks ✔️ Poor follow through on...
Stacy McCann
Sep 29, 20231 min read


On Parenting Styles
The "gentle parenting" buzzword has really taken a turn on the internet. And the worst part is that it's not even a thing; it's not a...
Stacy McCann
Sep 21, 20232 min read


On Long Weekends
As we approach Memorial Day weekend, a "long weekend" for most, I wonder what yours looks like. Lots of barbecues and splash pad time? Or...
Stacy McCann
May 26, 20231 min read


On Summer Parenting
And once again, we're at the end of another school year. How can that be? Wasn't I just looking at photo after photo of your kids,...
Stacy McCann
May 19, 20232 min read


On Spring
Spring is such a restorative time, not only for the Earth, but for mothers too. Not to get too far into the "woo" but doesn't sunshine...
Stacy McCann
Apr 14, 20232 min read


On Perfection
There's this image on social media of the mother who knows and does it all. She has a Pinterest board with all her favorite toddler...
Stacy McCann
Jan 10, 20231 min read


On Juggling
Juggling is such a strong metaphor for motherhood. What else are we than master jugglers, constantly balancing our family's physical,...
Stacy McCann
Oct 5, 20222 min read


On Values
Values are so abstract. They feel limitless in scope and really difficult to pin down, particularly if you're a tired mom just trying to...
Stacy McCann
Sep 8, 20222 min read


On Mommy Burnout
What is burnout, exactly? We know it's a feeling, often hard to describe but overwhelming in its presence. A feeling of being "just done"...
Stacy McCann
Aug 18, 20221 min read


On Parenting in the Present
Welcome! My name is Stacy and I'm the therapist behind Present Moment Counseling Services. I'm officially launching my practice this...
Stacy McCann
Jul 8, 20222 min read
bottom of page

