Welcome to the Wild Sunflower Wellness blog
written by Leanne, Morton, LPC, ATR, licensed mental health therapist, registered art therapist, and mother of two.
Think of this as a cozy little nook just for you — a place to explore the tender, complex, and deeply human experience of motherhood and womanhood. I share reflections on art therapy, holistic well-being, spirituality, and navigating motherhood in today’s world.
My hope is that something here makes you feel a little less alone, a little more seen, and maybe even inspired to take one small, nurturing step toward yourself today.
The “Perfect Mother” Myth & The Holiday Mental Load
This blog post explores why the holiday season intensifies overwhelm for moms and how societal pressure fuels the “perfect mother” myth. Written by a postpartum therapist in Denver, it offers compassionate insight into emotional load and increasing demands placed on mothers during the holiday season, and practical ways to feel more supported, grounded, and connected to yourself through the holidays and beyond.