I’m sure I don’t need to tell you being a mother is an incredibly difficult job. Alongside all the joy, pride, and happiness, there are moments of overwhelm, despair, and complete exhaustion. Becoming a mother, whether it’s for the first time or the fifth, is a vulnerable time. Many people find themselves feeling isolated and […]
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As a therapist for new mums, and a mum myself, I know how hard it can be to return to work after maternity leave. It’s a big transition for everyone involved. Whether you’re anxious about going back or looking forward to the challenge, it’s unlikely you feel like the same person who said goodbye to
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What Do We Mean by ‘Baby’s Routine’? A baby’s routine is a predictable sequence of daily activities like feeding, napping, changing, and playing. Babies and young children thrive on routine and predictability. It helps them feel safe and secure, enabling them to grow and develop in a healthy way. Adults also benefit from routine. This
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Going back to work after maternity leave is a huge transition for everyone involved. It’s normal to experience lots of different feelings. As a therapist for new mums, I want you to know they’re all valid. You might be desperate to return to work. Maybe you’re looking forward to having some childfree time, stimulating your
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Although it’s normal to be concerned about your baby’s health, intense or constant worry can be a sign of perinatal or postpartum health anxiety. In this article, I’m going to explain what this means, where these intense thoughts come from, and what you can do about them. What is Health Anxiety and Where Does It
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As a therapist for new mums, I firmly believe you need and deserve to be nurtured and supported on your journey into motherhood, not just on a practical level but also on an emotional and spiritual level, too. You can read Why Mothers Need Mothering for more on this. While I’ll always advocate for this
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As much as we might want it to be, therapy is never a quick fix. It involves lots of work, effort and time. In fact, these things are imperative for therapy to be as successful as possible. As a therapist for new mums, I offer three different modalities (or forms) of therapy. These are: Cognitive
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Thinking of visiting a new mum? Excited to shower the baby with gifts, get some cuddles in, and catch up over a cup of tea? Before you go, read this, and learn what NOT to do from a therapist for new mums who’s seen it all… Understanding the Fourth Trimester Pregnancy is divided into three
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Let’s be honest – we all use Google in our day-to-day lives. Whenever we need information, it’s usually our first port of call, so it makes sense that it might feature heavily while you’re navigating pregnancy, birth, and life as a new mum. Whether you’re googling pregnancy symptoms, how to cope with the fourth trimester,
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A theme I often see in my therapy sessions with new mums is anxiety about weaning. After months of milk, the move to solid foods is a big change for everyone. Your baby has to learn a lot of new skills. They need to know how to coordinate their hands, eyes, and mouth to pick
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