Surrogacy is often spoken about as a journey towards birth. There is so much focus on the lead-up: the decision to become a surrogate, the relationship with intended parents, medical appointments, embryo transfer, pregnancy milestones, and the preparation for labour...
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Surrogacy Counselling: Stopping Being a Surrogate and Moving Forward After the Journey
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Telehealth Perinatal Anxiety Therapy: Gentle Support for Anxiety During Pregnancy and Early Parenthood
Read MoreIf you are searching for telehealth perinatal anxiety therapy, there is a good chance life feels heavier than it is “supposed” to right now. Pregnancy and early parenthood are often described as joyful, magical, and exciting seasons of life. While...
Online Support for Anxiety During Pregnancy: Calm, Clarity and Support When You Need It Most
Read MorePregnancy is often described as a time of excitement and anticipation. But for many women, it can also bring unexpected anxiety, worry, and emotional overwhelm. You might find yourself constantly thinking “What if something goes wrong?” You might feel on...
Postnatal Anxiety Counselling Geelong: When It’s More Than New Parent Worry
Read MoreHaving a baby is often described as a joyful and deeply meaningful experience. Yet for many new parents, the postnatal period can also feel emotionally overwhelming, isolating, and frightening. While some worry is common in early parenthood, persistent anxiety that...
Hormonal changes after birth: why new parents benefit from seeing a psychologist
Read MoreHaving a baby is often described as one of life’s most joyful experiences — and it can be. But what many people don’t talk about is how intense, emotional, and overwhelming the post-birth period can feel. The dramatic hormonal shifts...
Eating disorders in pregnancy and postpartum: why they can re-emerge and when to seek support
Read MorePregnancy, birth, and early postpartum are often described as joyful and connecting—but for many women, the perinatal period can also be psychologically complex and deeply vulnerable, particularly for those with a history of eating disorders. Even when an eating disorder...
Beyond Baby Blues: Recognising and Managing Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
Read MorePostnatal depression (PND) and postnatal anxiety (PNA) are significant mental health challenges that extend far beyond the ‘baby blues’ commonly discussed in the context of new parenthood. While the baby blues are typically brief and mild, PND and PNA are...
Why Can’t I Sleep as a New Mum?
Read MoreBecoming a new mum is an incredible journey filled with moments of immense joy and love. Yet, amidst this new chapter, a common question arises: Why, despite complete exhaustion, does sleep seem so elusive? At Happy Minds Psychology, we understand...
What are the Signs of Postpartum Depression?
Read MorePostpartum depression (PPD) is a complex emotional and psychological challenge that many new mothers face. While bringing a new life into the world is often filled with joy and excitement, it can also be a time of vulnerability, where emotional...
Postnatal Depression and Anxiety in Dads
Read MoreWhen a new baby comes into the world, a lot of things can happen, and a lot of things can change. Typically, much of the attention goes to the new baby and the mother as they navigate their place in...
