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No one told me parenting after birth trauma would be so hard

No one told me parenting after birth trauma would be so hard… Tips from Australia’s Birth Trauma Specialists Do you ever feel like you missed the parenting gene that has everyone else talking about how magical it is? You dreamed of being a happy mum, having fun with your baby, connecting, and enjoying that blissful […]

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My 3 Best Tips to Heal from Birth Trauma – from a Perinatal and Birth Trauma Specialist

Best Tips to Heal from Birth Trauma – from a Perinatal and Birth Trauma Specialist   “Why can’t I just get over my birth trauma?” “Why am I still struggling with this? It’s been years.” “I should be able to just move on.” For those of us who have experienced birth trauma, these questions can

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“My fertility struggles left me with a sense of failure” – When becoming pregnant isn’t easy

“My fertility struggles left me with a sense of failure” – When Becoming Pregnant isn’t Easy   Struggling with fertility issues and undergoing IVF treatments are some of the most emotionally challenging experiences a person can face. As someone who has walked this path myself, I understand firsthand the rollercoaster of emotions, the sense of

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Preparing for another birth after birth trauma | Fiona Rogerson Perinatal and Trauma Counselling

Preparing for another birth after birth trauma   Preparing for another pregnancy or birth after experiencing birth trauma can feel impossible. It’s a journey that’s often filled with apprehension, anxiety and overwhelm… leaving many women not knowing where to start. And, the pressure from others to make decisions about expanding your family can add even

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These do NOT cause birth trauma – 3 common birth trauma myths dispelled

These do NOT cause birth trauma  – 3 common birth trauma myths dispelled   Birth trauma is a complex issue. While some women may experience trauma from the physiological experience of giving birth, up to 67% of women connect the source of their trauma to the interactions of caregivers. It’s essential to recognise that the

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Understanding Gaslighting in Birth Trauma

  Understanding gaslighting in birth trauma   “Medical professionals know best. They know more about birth than me, so I’m sure they did everything right.” “Birth is meant to be that way. Your birth experience was quite normal.” “At least your experience wasn’t as bad as [other person]’s.” “I’m too sensitive. It’s over now and

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Boundaries: how strengthening your internal boundaries helps you set strong external boundaries – Fiona Rogerson Perinatal and Trauma Counselling

Boundaries: how strengthening your internal boundaries helps you set strong external boundaries   Something that I work on with many of the people I see in my counselling room, is the difference between internal boundaries and external boundaries. Most of us have heard the term ‘boundaries’ used in reference to setting protective limits around ourselves,

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5 ways birth trauma can impact relationships – Fiona Rogerson – Perinatal and Trauma Counselling

5 ways birth trauma can impact relationships It was January of 2015 when I received that text message from husband. It was so beautifully and gently written, so considered. In that message he told me that he was concerned about our relationship, and wanted more for us. He had noticed a shift in my behaviours

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