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You Know You’re a Mom When

November 5, 2018 2 comments Parenting, Uncategorized Birmingham, Birmingham Alabama, children, Dr. Leesha, Dr. Leesha Ellis-Cox, Parenting, positive parenting, Psychiatrist Dr. Leesha

Election day is here. The politics have been divisive. Tensions are running high. I have crafted a lighthearted blog post so that we can share […]

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To My Little Big Girl

October 21, 2018 7 comments Uncategorized Dr. Leesha

For B Time moves both slow and fast Just yesterday you rested on my chest, your entire body so tiny that your feet didn’t reach […]

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Antidotes to 5 Parenting Pitfalls

October 3, 2018 0 comments Children's Mental Health, Healthy Living, Parenting Birmingham, Birmingham Alabama, children, Dr. Leesha, Dr. Leesha Ellis-Cox, Parenting, Work-life balance Dr. Leesha

Parenting is hard work, and the pitfalls are many. Our children don’t always listen, the try our patience, and they frequently test limits. Here are […]

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5 Lessons #Thismama Learned

September 20, 2018 1 comment Parenting, Women's Health, Women's Mental Health b, Birmingham, Birmingham Alabama, children, Dr. Leesha Ellis-Cox, love, Parenting, positive parenting, Work-life balance Dr. Leesha

She is Serena Williams. Widely celebrated for her indomitable spirit, relentless pursuit of excellence, and unrivaled strength A powerhouse, a champion, and a legend Outspoken, […]

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Who Would Win?

September 4, 2018 2 comments Parenting Birmingham, Birmingham Alabama, children, Dr. Leesha, Dr. Leesha Ellis-Cox, Parenting Dr. Leesha

The Cox family of 5 lives in Hoover, Alabama, a suburb just south of Birmingham. My 2nd and 6th graders attend Hoover City schools. In […]

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Jesus, Therapy, & Prozac: Pastors Need Help Too

August 29, 2018 0 comments Faith, Mental Health Dr. Leesha Ellis-Cox, Faith, harvesting hope, health, Mental Health, Mental Illness Education, Psychiatrist, special education Dr. Leesha

I had never heard his name until just a few days ago, but I now I can’t get his name or his heartbreaking story out […]

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Ditch the Mommy Guilt is a book that ushers mothers through an insightful journey to healthier, happier parenting. Motherhood is one that typically comes with little or no guidance, but Dr. Leesha's brilliant text will assist many mothers in parenting without guilt or second guesses. You must read this smart guide to healthier and happier motherhood ... without any guilt.

—Dr. Ty Moody, Worship Center Christian Church

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