Pregnancy & Postpartum
“In childbirth, the only way out is through, and there is no going back” - Alice Irene Whittaker.
Pregnancy and postpartum are often touted as times of pure joy and happiness. When you experience something different, the guilt can be overwhelming.
Perinatal anxiety, depression, and OCD, are common but can be improved and prevented with the right supports. I have specialized trainings in maternal mental health and encourage you to reach out if you are struggling. Even if you are feeling off, not as well as you’d like to, or maybe questioning your choices of becoming a parent, I can help you navigate this and feel more content and grounded.
Birth trauma is a lesser talked about area of parental mental health that I am passionate about supporting, and have specialized training in. Many people I work with say “other people have had it worse, but I can’t stop thinking about my birth.” If how you were treated, talked to by medical professionals, or how your labour and delivery went is still on your mind, causing stress and upset, please reach out.
Birth Trauma
Birth trauma is a lesser talked about area of parental mental health that I am passionate about supporting, and have specialized training in. Many people I work with say “other people have had it worse, but I can’t stop thinking about my birth.” If how you were treated, talked to by medical professionals, or how your labour and delivery went is still on your mind, causing stress and upset, please reach out.
Infertility
We become a parent the moment we decide to start a family. When that doesn’t happen as quickly as we had hoped or imagined this can be devastating. Feelings of anger, frustration, jealousy towards others, and grief when seeing other people get pregnant are normal, yet difficult emotions to navigate. This often happens in isolation which further adds to the difficulty. I can help.
I support many clients through their fertility journeys regardless of what this looks like. If you’re navigating fertility challenges, finding the right support can be an valuable tool. Get in touch, and let’s talk about how I can support you while you work at growing your family.
Pregnancy & Infant Loss
I am sorry that life has brought you to this area of my site. Pregnancy and infant loss is devastating. Our culture does not handle losses like this well, and many of our loved ones are ill-equipped to support us through these dark times, adding another layer of isolation. I am here to hold space with you as you navigate grief and loss. Please reach out, and together we process what you’ve experienced, honour your loss in a way that is meaningful to you and your family, and take next steps when necessary.
Relationships after Children
Children are a huge blessing to any family. But that doesn’t mean they don’t change relationships in complicated, and difficult to navigate ways. Maybe you’re learning that you and your partner have very different approaches to parenting and are trying to get on the same page. Perhaps your parents or in-laws have strong opinions on things that impact your children, and you’re trying to figure out how to set respectful boundaries. Maybe you’ve set those boundaries but people are pushing anyways, and it’s stressful! Reach out, and together we can find a way to help you live your values through relationships with those closest to you.