The adjustment to bringing home a newborn comes with a lot of emotions, both wonderful and hard. While joy is often associated with the arrival of a baby, feelings of overwhelming worry, fear, and unease can significantly impact a parent's well-being. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space for parents to process complex feelings and have non-judgemental support as you experience one of the most vulnerable seasons of life.

A high-risk pregnancy is more than a medical label, it’s a lived experience that can reshape every aspect of your journey to parenthood. Increased uncertainty and concern about your growing baby can cause mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, triggering of past trauma, and other emotional stressors. That’s why tending to emotional well being during and after pregnancy isn’t a luxury, it’s a vital part of protecting you and your baby’s health.

From the pandemic to Insta-therapy, the words “trauma” and "traumatic" have become buzzwords online and in our conversations. But what truly is trauma and how does it impact women’s lives and health?

What Really is Trauma, Anyway?

Understanding the Statistics of Perinatal Mental Health: A Call for Awareness and Action