Counselling in Pregnancy
Treatment of mental health concerns in pregnancy leads to better outcomes in birth and postpartum.
Pregnancy counselling can help you to feel;
confident to manage pregnancy-related stress, uncertainty, and emotional changes
prepared for the emotional and psychological adjustment to having a baby
engaged with your baby through understanding attachment and bonding opportunities in pregnancy
equipped for better communication and relationship skills with partners and support people during this significant life transition
confident that fears about labour, birth, parenting, or infant wellbeing have been processed and addressed in a safe, supportive environment
capable with emotional regulation skills to better manage the challenges of the postpartum period
prepared through developing an individualised wellbeing plan for the postpartum period
informed about the demands of early parenthood and the associated adjustments in identity, relationships and lifestyle
supported for decisions about mental health treatment, medication, and self-care during pregnancy
Pregnancy counselling provides an opportunity to address unresolved grief, stress or worry. You may benefit from perinatal psychotherapy in pregnancy if you are experiencing any of;
symptoms of anxiety, ambivalence (adjustment difficulties), or depression.
trauma background that could be activated through birth, medical intervention, or demands of caring for a baby.
stress in your relationship, financial situation or general overwhelm
neurodivergence whether formally assessed or not, you can be supported to develop plans that cater for your specific preferences in birth and postpartum.
recent loss / grief that may impact on baby-bonding and overall wellbeing in the future.
chronic health conditions that are additional complications.
expecting multiples as this is a factor for increased likelihood of postpartum challenges.