Perinatal Mental Health

Many of the mums I work with in therapy believe they should never lose their temper with their children. When this inevitably happens, it can lead to a significant amount of guilt and shame. I don’t want anyone to feel this way, so let’s explore what to do after losing your temper with your child. […]

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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