By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist, Happy Minds Psychology When you picture a family, what do you see? For many, the old image of a mother, father, and children still comes to mind. But families today come in countless forms —...
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Two dads, one family: surrogacy, fatherhood, and the truth about what children really need
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The postpartum journey for surrogates: what to expect and how to support it
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology The end of a surrogate pregnancy marks both an arrival and a departure — the arrival of a new life and the beginning of a profound change for you, the surrogate....
Supporting Your Surrogate: A Guide for Intended Parents to Honour Autonomy, Care, and Connection
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist – Happy Minds Psychology, Geelong For many intended parents, the journey to parenthood through surrogacy in Australia is filled with gratitude, anticipation, and deep emotion. It’s also a journey made possible by one remarkable person...
Surrogacy Relationships Over Time: How to Sustain Respectful Connection as the Child Grows
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy doesn’t end when the baby is born — it simply changes shape. The months after birth are often filled with gratitude, relief, and adjustment. But what happens in the years...
Being a Surrogate with Neurodiversity: Embracing Difference in the Journey
Read MoreBy Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy is a profound act of generosity, connection, and trust. It asks one person to carry another’s hopes, to share her body and emotions, and to navigate a unique web...
Perinatal Mindset: Building Emotional Strength Before Baby Arrives
Read MorePregnancy is a season of profound change—body, mind, and heart all shifting as you prepare to meet your baby. At Happy Minds Psychology in Geelong, we understand the perinatal period can spark a whirlwind of excitement, worry, and anticipation. Building...
Perinatal Wellbeing: Strategies for a Healthy Mind During Pregnancy and Beyond
Read MorePregnancy and the early months of parenthood are often painted as a time of pure joy, but the reality can be more complex. At Happy Minds Psychology in Geelong, we know the perinatal period, spanning pregnancy through the first year...
Preparing for Parenthood in 2025: How Perinatal Psychology Can Help
Read MoreBecoming a parent is a life changing experience filled with excitement, anticipation and challenges. As we look ahead to 2025, modern parents face a unique blend of opportunities and pressures, from navigating evolving societal expectations to managing work life balance. ...
