Fiona Rogerson – Perinatal and Trauma Counselling
Do Dads get postnatal depression? Yes. Dads do experience postnatal depression. In fact, dads also experience prenatal anxiety and/or depression (anxiety and depression during the period of pregnancy), and postnatal anxiety (after the birth of baby). Most of us know that depression and anxiety can affect women during pregnancy and parenthood, but the experiences of […]
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What is ‘birth trauma’? The notion ‘birth trauma’ seems to be heard quite a lot these days. What exactly is birth trauma? Who does it affect? What can be done about it? As a starting point to unpacking these questions, I think it’s a good idea to understand what trauma is. A traumatic event is an
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The need for connection As sentient beings, humans crave deep, meaningful relationships. Not only with our partner, but with our children, our family, our friends, and perhaps on a less intense level, our caregivers, our neighbours, the people we meet each day. Relationships are important. In motherhood, particularly in the early weeks, months and years, our
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Counsellor or psychologist? Counsellors and psychologists are both professionals who offer support to individuals facing difficulties, but knowing the difference between the two is important in ensuring you get the right support. So what is the difference between a counsellor and a psychologist? Let me explain… Similarities … Accredited counsellors recognised by the Australian
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What is a ‘positive birth’? There are various myths in the birth world as to what constitutes a positive birth. Some equate positive births to those that have baby arrive earthside ‘safely’ regardless of the procedure or events that take place during labour and birth. Others see positive birth as those that are ‘natural’ or
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“How are you feeling?” “I’m fine.” Have you ever been asked “how are you feeling?”, and your instant answer is “I’m fine”, or “good”? Mothers in particular are well-known for this. Maybe it’s because you really are ok. Or maybe it’s because you have no idea how you actually feel but you just know
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