About Christina Furnival

About Christina Furnival

Hi and welcome! I am Christina!

I am a stay-at-home Mom to two young kiddos, ages 4 and 3, the founder of this blog Real Life Mama, a telehealth mental health therapist with MDLive in the evening when my kids are asleep, and soon-to-be a children’s book author!

Before I became a SAHM, I was a therapist in a hospital outpatient program for children and families, a parent educator with a large San Diego non-profit, and an outreach specialist in a domestic violence shelter.

I have been working in mental health over ten years, although I have always had an affinity for connecting with people and helping them through tough times. I am a licensed therapist (LPCC) in good standing with the state of California, and keep my knowledge and skills fresh by engaging in continuing education regularly.

My husband and I just celebrated seven years of marriage, and we can’t believe it! We often talk about “time warps”, and for us, getting married and having children have been the biggest ones. Somehow it feels so fast, and yet like an eternity, at the same time.

My personal and professional experience enable me to candidly and openly explore topics that affect everyone, while offering evidence-backed advice and support. It is my hope to break down the barriers to communication and provide a safe space for mamas to be true to themselves in order for everyone to find community, support, and hope, and to grow as individuals and mothers!

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Christina Furnival & RLM in the Media

Since the birth of Real Life Mama, I have had the opportunity to contribute to several publications as a mental health expert, to be a guest on several podcasts, and to work with several brands! Check them out below!

Mental Health Expert

San Diego Family Magazine’s Digital Baby & Toddler Guide: From Baby Bump to Preschool Prep

WhatToExpect.com – Different Parenting Styles and What to Know About Them

TheBump.com – 35 Daily Affirmations for Kids to Boost Little Ones’ Confidence

Mom.com – Tantrums: What are the Tantrum Types and How Do We Deal With Them

Mom.com – Preschool: Do Toddlers Really Need to Go?

SheKnows.com – Mom Fitness Groups, Yay or Nay

Features on other Publications

SD Voyager Magazine – Inspiring Stories Series interviews Christina Furnival with Real Life Mama

Shout Out SoCal: Meet Christina Furnival | Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Writer

Red Tricycle – Top 9 SoCal Moms to Follow on IG

San Diego Moms Co – As Strong as the Mother Next to Me Featuring Christina Furnival

Podcasts

Pretty Okay Podcast – Social Media, Mental Health, and Breaking Into Blogging

Real Mamas Podcast – Hanging On to Who You Are in the Midst of #Momlife

Warrior Mama Life Podcast – I am Strong and I am Capable

Days With L Podcast – Maternal Mental Health: Postpartum Depression

Guest Posts and Other Published Articles

RedTricycle.com – How to Use Social Media Without Judging Yourself or Your Kids

RedTricycle.com – 7 Budget-Friendly (Yet Still Romantic) Date Night Ideas for Busy Parents

RedTricycle.com – How to Support a Mama Grieving her Miscarriage

Mimosas & Motherhood Blog – Perinatal Depression and Anxiety

Driving Mom Crazy – 7 Common Myths and Fears about Therapy

Motherscope’s 4th Issue – Upcoming!

Read my Latest Posts!