The transition into parenthood can be both joyous and challenging.
New parents often experience a mix of emotions from elation and love to anxiety and doubt. Adjusting to life with a newborn can bring significant emotional and physical changes which can also strain your relationship.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, experiencing mood swings, or struggling to bond with or care for your baby, it is important to seek support. These feelings can be common, but they may also signify deeper issues like postnatal depression or anxiety.
At Hawksburn Therapy Centre, we provide compassionate support for new mothers and fathers. Our therapists understand the complexities of perinatal and postnatal emotional mental health and offer effective strategies to help you cope during this important phase of life for you and your baby and your relationship.
Common signs include:
Let us help you navigate parenthood with our supportive, understanding care. Taking the first step can be hard, and we are here to help. Consider reaching out to our team and working with a therapist to develop effective coping strategies and improve the quality of your life.
Lynne brings over 45 years of clinical experience in child, adolescent, individual, couples and family therapy. Specialising in complex relationship issues and systemic family conflicts, Lynne's approach is informed by her extensive practice in both public and private sectors.
Lara has refined a compassionate and client-centrered approach through nearly 20 years in clinical and hospital settings. She is experienced in helping clients through personal crises from cancer to mental health and family challenges such as chronic conflict, separation and parenting issues.
