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Perinatal Support

We are passionate about supporting parents and parents-to-be during the perinatal period. The perinatal period includes pregnancy, birth and the early years of your little one’s life. We can see you on your own, with your baby, or as a couple – whichever feels right for you.

Whilst it can bring much joy, there is no doubt that pregnancy, birth and parenthood can be a challenging time for both mums and dads...

A great number of things can bring people to therapy but on the whole, people come seeking a space to reflect on their experiences and emotions. It might be with fears about giving birth (perhaps as a first-time parent, or following a previous traumatic birth experience); or because of the ongoing impact of a difficult birth experience. It may be that you are struggling to adjust to pregnancy or parenthood, or that your experience isn’t what you had expected or hoped for - this can relate to so many different factors but some examples include your feeding journey, your relationship with your baby, or perhaps your relationship with your partner. It also isn’t uncommon for this time to bring things up from your own childhood and experience of being parented. All of these things (coupled with the lack of sleep and unpredictability of looking after a baby) can easily lead to strong and overwhelming emotions.

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If you are struggling with the challenges that can come with pregnancy, birth and parenthood you are not alone and you may find it helpful to talk things through. If you would like to discuss getting some support, please feel free to get in touch.

Difficulties in the perinatal period

  • Antenatal and postnatal depression

  • Antenatal and postnatal anxiety

  • Perinatal OCD

  • Tokophobia (fear of childbirth)

  • Birth trauma

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  • Struggling with strong emotions during pregnancy or postnatally such as feeling anxious, worried or overwhelmed, feeling angry, or feeling low, tearful or flat

  • Fear of giving birth

  • Recovering from a difficult birth

  • Unwanted and intrusive thoughts or images

  • Adjusting to pregnancy or becoming a parent

  • Your identity and how you wish to parent

  • Difficulties arising from your own experience of being parented

  • Concerns about the bond or attachment with your bump or baby

Some may prefer to focus on their personal experience as opposed to a diagnosis and these are some of the experiences that parents and parents-to-be may seek help with:

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Some people come to therapy during the perinatal period with an idea of a diagnosis that they relate to. Here are some examples:

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