Perinatal Psychology

Perinatal psychology focuses on the mental and emotional well-being of individuals during planning, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

ABOUT PERINATAL PSYCHOLOGY

There are many psychological challenges and transitions that accompany the journey to parenthood, including managing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics. By offering tailored support and evidence-based strategies, we can help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of planning, pregnancy, birth, and early parenting.

HOW WE HELP

Planning/trying to conceive: 

• Depression, anxiety and stress related to planning
• Infertility
• Support through the fertility treatment process

Pregnancy:

• Preparing for parenthood
• Bonding
• Unplanned pregnancy
• Emotional support through physical pregnancy symptoms
• Perinatal loss

Postpartum:

• Adjusting to parenthood
• Birth trauma
• The partner relationship
• Fatherhood

Parenting:

• Bonding with baby
• Helping understand toddler behaviour
• Supports and strategies for coregulation with toddler

A note on fathers

While much of the focus during the perinatal period is on the mother, it’s essential to acknowledge that fathers also experience biological, emotional and psychological shifts during this time. Fathers can face challenges such as anxiety, stress, and feelings of inadequacy, as well as adjusting to their new roles in the family. Although this is spoken about less, it is not a rare experience with 1 in 10 Australian men suffering from postnatal depression.

We offer support to fathers, helping them navigate the emotional complexities of becoming a parent and ensuring they receive the necessary care to support their mental and overall well-being during this period. 

Next steps? 

Let’s make a start. During your first sessions we’ll work through your challenges and needs.

This is not an exercise of putting you in a box and sticking a label on it but rather helping you feel safe and opening up opportunities for healing and growth.

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Please enter your details and a brief summary of your enquiry. We endeavour to reply to all enquiries within 48 hours.

Once we have received your enquiry, we will be in contact to arrange a time to have brief telephone conversation in order to clarify any questions and assess if we are the right service for your needs.