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Gabrielle Applebury

POPSUGAR Contributor
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specialties in trauma, sexuality, and communication Writer Consultant

Latest Posts From Gabrielle

My Dog May Have 3 Legs, but That Doesn't Stop Her From Living Her Best Life
Pets
Mar 23, 2021

My Dog May Have 3 Legs, but That Doesn't Stop Her From Living Her Best Life

A few years ago, I'd agreed to help my mom pick up a dog she had just adopted from a foster home about an hour away.

A Therapist's Simple Tips to Ease Your Toddler's Transition From a Crib to a Bed
Family
Mar 11, 2021

A Therapist's Simple Tips to Ease Your Toddler's Transition From a Crib to a Bed

Transitioning your toddler from their crib to a bed can be an intimidating process that leads to a lot of questions.

How to Prep Your Toddler For a Vaccine — and Ensure Minimal Tears
Family
Dec 22, 2020

How to Prep Your Toddler For a Vaccine — and Ensure Minimal Tears

I always got a bit nervous a few days before my toddler's doctor appointments where I knew she was going to have to get a shot.

My Toddler's First Beach Experience Was Not Great — Here's How We Got Past It
Family
Aug 31, 2020

My Toddler's First Beach Experience Was Not Great — Here's How We Got Past It

My husband and I were so excited to take our daughter to the beach for the first time.

Using the Montessori Method With My Toddler Engages Her Creativity — and Lowers My Stress
Family
Jun 25, 2020

Using the Montessori Method With My Toddler Engages Her Creativity — and Lowers My Stress

I first learned about the Montessori method when I was in grad school for my master's degree in marriage and family therapy.

Simple Activities For the Toddler Who Never Gets Tired (With a Parent Who Does)
Family
May 20, 2020

Simple Activities For the Toddler Who Never Gets Tired (With a Parent Who Does)

In our house, especially as we've been spending more time at home, we've been incorporating activities with some Montessori philosophies in mind that truly speak to us.

We Decided to Never Use Timeouts With Our Toddler, and It's Been a Total Game Changer
Family
Apr 28, 2020

We Decided to Never Use Timeouts With Our Toddler, and It's Been a Total Game Changer

I saw a parent once lose their temper with their toddler outside of a Target when I was in college, and for some reason, this seemingly mundane memory has stuck with me.

Attachment Plays a Big Role in Your Relationship With Your Child — Here's How to Know If Yours Is Healthy
Family
Apr 16, 2020

Attachment Plays a Big Role in Your Relationship With Your Child — Here's How to Know If Yours Is Healthy

As a marriage and family therapist who practiced for a little over five years (LMFT, MA MFT) and a mama, I've always been interested in the subject of attachment.

The 12 Simple Ways My Family Has Prioritized Sustainable Living
Family
Apr 15, 2020

The 12 Simple Ways My Family Has Prioritized Sustainable Living

My husband and I didn't always prioritize living a green lifestyle, but something changed once we started volunteering at an all species rescue, Ferdinand's Familia.

I Couldn't Bear the Cry-It-Out Method of Sleep Training, and I'm Glad I Went With My Gut
Family
Mar 13, 2020

I Couldn't Bear the Cry-It-Out Method of Sleep Training, and I'm Glad I Went With My Gut

While I was still pregnant, my husband and I discussed the cry-it-out method extensively.

Making Tiny Shifts in My Thought Process Completely Changed My Parenting Techniques
Family
Jan 31, 2020

Making Tiny Shifts in My Thought Process Completely Changed My Parenting Techniques

As someone who leans towards perfectionism, there's nothing like having your first child to really stir things up for you emotionally.

How to Stay Grounded When Your Toddler Unknowingly Triggers You
Family
Jan 31, 2020

How to Stay Grounded When Your Toddler Unknowingly Triggers You

As a licensed marriage and family therapist and a new mama, I've had personal and professional experience working through the challenges that come with parenting a toddler.