Nicole Dake
Bio
Nicole Dake is a blogger, award winning author, and mom of two.
Stories (28/0)
Talking to Your Teen About Dating Violence
As your teen grows older, they will eventually begin dating for the first time. It is our job as parents to teach them about relationships. Finding a healthy first relationship is key, so that your teen will learn the relationship skills they need that will last a lifetime.
By Nicole Dake7 months ago in Families
August 2023 is Child Support Awareness Month
August 2023 is National Child Support Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness for the child support program, and how it helps many children across the country to have financial stability and to live fulfilling lives.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Families
Creating Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness Using Self-Care
Oftentimes, when we are caregivers especially, we can have a tendency to forget our own needs or get too busy to take care of ourselves. When we forget to do this, it can quickly lead to poor health outcomes or burnout.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Motivation
What is the best way to treat my anxiety?
Do you go through every day with the crushing weight of anxiety on your chest? Sometimes, it can feel like everything is a struggle, and you don't want to do anything except for hide in your room and cover your head up under the bed blankets.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Psyche
Anxiety Disorders are Some of the Most Common Mental Health Conditions
If you have ever felt stressed to the max, like you are falling apart, and having difficulty coping with racing thoughts, this is what it is like to cope with an anxiety disorder on a daily basis.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Psyche
Having Anxiety AND Depression can be Exhausting
Do you feel like your thoughts constantly race, then come abruptly to a standstill? Do you feel like there is so much you should be doing but you lack the energy? Do you beat yourself up for being a failure? Do you get caught up in a spiral of negative thoughts, but can't motivate yourself to get up off of the couch?
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Psyche
August 1-7th 2023 is World Breastfeeding Week
Breastfeeding can be challenging for moms, even those of us who want to breastfeed. This can happen for a variety of reasons: low milk supply, trouble latching, babies with a tongue tie, and factors like not being able to pump at work.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Families
How Having a Personal Mission Statement can Improve Your Life
As you start to get your life on track, it helps to first set your vision of where you want to go. Then, you can create a personal mission statement that encapsulates your vision. This can help you to focus on your ideals in life, and shows you where you want your goals to lead.
By Nicole Dake9 months ago in Motivation