@Valerie Balsama, we’re really glad you’re here. This is a space where you don’t need to pretend everything is perfect or have all the answers figured out. Life can feel overwhelming, uncertain, and heavy at times — and you’re not alone in that. Here, you’re surrounded by people who genuinely want to support one another without judgment. Small steps matter, and sometimes simply showing up is the hardest and most important step of all. You don’t need to have the perfect words. Just come as you are. When you’re ready, we’d love to hear from you:✨ What are you looking forward to most in a new relationship?

My daughter called today asking for advice about opportunity to change jobs. Instead of quick questions and my thoughts, I asked what she was thinking and why. I then said I think you know the answer. She said just talking about it out loud I figured it out. She sounded so confident in her ability- just because I kept my mouth shut- lol

Sunday is just a few days away. And we want to make sure you have what you need. Catherine created a free guide called "Getting Through Mother's Day When Your Heart Is Heavy." It covers what you might be feeling and why it's completely normal, how to plan the day intentionally, a self-compassion journaling exercise, and where to find support. DOWNLOAD YOUR MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE Catherine is also hosting a "Mother's Day Check-in" for those navigating a painful Mother's Day. Real conversation. A safe space: 🗓️ Friday May 8, 2026 at 8:30pm EST/ 5:30pm PST You don't have to explain yourself to anyone this week. You just have to show up, here, with us, exactly as you are. 🙂

This community exists for exactly this moment. For the mothers who won't be getting brunch reservations or handmade cards. For the ones who will spend Sunday wondering if their child thought of them at all. You belong here. And you are so deeply not alone. We want to hear from you this week. What would you want another mom in your situation to know she's not alone in feeling? Share it below — your words might be exactly what someone else needs to read today.

Dear Community, big news 🎊 This June, we're getting together in person. Save the date: June 13 & 14, 2026 — Boca Raton, Florida It's called Connect, Grow, & Thrive, LIVE! — two days dedicated to one thing: a real breakthrough in the relationship with the adult child you love. Full details (agenda, venue, pricing, registration) are coming in the next few days. But before we open it up to everyone, we wanted to share it here first — with the parents who've already been doing the work. Drop a comment below if you'd want to be there. Even a simple "interested" helps us plan the room. More soon 💛