Do you ever say to yourself “shouldn’t I be happy? it’s the summer!”

Yes, there are many ways that summer is portrayed as the season when life feel lighter and more free. But for an anxious mom with a new baby, you may not be experiencing that summertime bliss.

You might feel like something is wrong with you if you’re finding that your postpartum anxiety (PPA) is actually worse in the summer.

Is there something wrong? No.

As a maternal mental health therapist, I often see postpartum anxiety intensify during the summer months. It’s not because you’re doing something wrong, but because the season asks something different of your nervous system.

When most mothers start working on their anger, they hope for one thing:

To stop feeling so angry.

They want fewer outbursts.

Less irritability.

More patience.

More calm.

And while those things are absolutely possible, there's a lot about healing from mom rage that doesn't get talked about.

Social media often makes healing look quick and straightforward. Follow these tips. Regulate your nervous system. Practice self-care. Set boundaries.

Problem solved.

In reality, healing from mom rage is often much more complex—and much more human.

Here are six things nobody tells you about the healing process.

Every new parent worries.

You check to make sure your baby is breathing.

You wonder if they're eating enough.

You second-guess decisions and Google things at 2 a.m.

Some worry is a normal part of caring deeply about your child.

But many mothers find themselves wondering:

"How do I know if this is normal new mom worry or postpartum anxiety?"

It's an important question because postpartum anxiety is one of the most common maternal mental health challenges—and it's often overlooked.

Many moms assume they're simply being cautious, responsible, or attentive when, in reality, anxiety has quietly taken over much more space than they realize.

Here are seven signs that what you're experiencing may be postpartum anxiety rather than typical new-parent concerns.

Let’s be honest: the traditional "therapy hour" was not designed for a postpartum mom in New York.

Between navigating the stairs of a Bronx walk-up with a stroller, or the 30-minute drive into Ithaca from the outskirts of Groton, the logistics of getting to an office often feel harder than the actual therapy. By the time you pack the diaper bag, find a parking spot, and soothe a crying baby, your "healing hour" is already half over.

At Towner Therapy, I believe your mental health shouldn't depend on your ability to find a babysitter or a parking space. That’s where the benefits of telehealth truly shine.

Before the baby arrived, maybe you and your partner felt like a team.

Sure, you had disagreements from time to time, but you generally felt connected. You knew how to communicate. You enjoyed spending time together.

Then the baby came.

Now you're arguing about dishes, laundry, bedtime routines, who got more sleep, or why you're the only one who seems to know where the extra pacifiers are.

If you've found yourself wondering, "Why are we fighting so much after having a baby?" you're not alone.

In fact, relationship stress is incredibly common during the postpartum period. And while it can feel alarming, it doesn't necessarily mean there's something wrong with your relationship.

More often, it means you're navigating one of the biggest transitions of your lives.

Before becoming a mother, many women imagine they'll be surrounded by support.

Friends will check in.

Family will help.

There will be people to lean on when things get hard.

And sometimes that's true.

But many mothers find themselves sitting in a room with their baby, wondering:

"Why do I feel so alone?"

If you've ever felt isolated, disconnected, or lonely in motherhood, you're far from the only one. In fact, loneliness is one of the most common experiences mothers face—and one of the least talked about.