The Village Journal is a collection of reflections, real stories, and practical wisdom for women and mothers.
In the everyday moments, the hurried mornings, the heavy afternoons, the small victories and quiet doubts, there is a deeper story unfolding.
A story of change, of resilience, of becoming.
Here, we gather articles that speak to the realities of matrescence, mental health, and well-being.
Honest conversations. Gentle guidance. Practical support for the seasons of motherhood.
Because you were never meant to do this alone.
When Motherhood Leaves You Running on Empty.
You’re tired, but not in a way that sleep seems to fix. You’re coping, smiling, pushing through - but still not feeling like yourself. This article explores postnatal depletion: a common, often overlooked condition that can affect mothers after birth. Learn the signs, why it happens, and what can help you begin to feel like you again.
Why I Work With Mothers.
When people ask me why I choose to work with mothers, the answer runs deeper than a job title or a professional interest.
It’s something woven into who I am, shaped by my own experience of becoming a mother — and by the immense transformation, beauty, and difficulty that comes with it.