Perinatal Mental Health

Perinatal mental health refers to mental health concerns that arise during pregnancy or in the first year after childbirth, impacting both parents.

Key information you should know

Perinatal mental health issues include conditions like postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma.

Symptoms can include feelings of sadness, anxiety, guilt, or difficulty bonding with the baby.

Treatment focuses on emotional support, coping strategies, and improving the parent-child relationship.

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Perinatal mental health refers to the emotional well-being of individuals during pregnancy and the year following childbirth. Mental health issues such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma can arise, affecting both mothers and fathers. Symptoms often include overwhelming sadness, worry, or guilt, and may make it difficult to bond with the baby or adjust to the new role of parenting. Perinatal mental health challenges are common but can have a significant impact on the parent's emotional and physical health, as well as on family dynamics.

Therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and emotional support counselling help address emotional challenges, build coping skills, and improve the parent-child bond.

At the Institute for Healthy Living, our skilled therapists are experienced in supporting individuals through perinatal mental health challenges, providing compassionate care for both parents.

Contact our intake team today to find the therapist best suited to support you with perinatal mental health.

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