From conception to the first few years of parenting

From the first thoughts of starting a family through to the early years of parenting, this stage of life can be full of joy—and full-on. While it can be exciting and deeply rewarding, it’s also completely normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure.

If you’re experiencing low mood, ongoing worry, or emotional ups and downs that are getting in the way of daily life, you’re not alone—and support is available.

Is it normal to feel this way?

Yes—many parents feel the same. Research shows up to 1 in 5 women experience anxiety or depression during pregnancy or after birth. Around 1 in 10 partners are also affected, though their experiences are often under-recognised. These challenges can show up in many ways—emotionally, physically, and in your relationships.

How therapy can help

I have experience in supporting individuals and couples through the emotional shifts of the perinatal period. Whether you're adjusting to pregnancy, coping with birth trauma, navigating infertility, grieving a loss, or feeling disconnected or anxious, therapy offers a compassionate space to explore what you’re going through.

Together, we can work on:

• Managing perinatal anxiety and depression

• Processing grief, loss, or traumatic birth experiences

• Navigating fertility challenges or assisted reproduction

• Strengthening parent-infant bonding

• Easing the transition to parenthood with practical support

• Working through relationship changes and communication issues

This is a big life transition—you're not expected to do it all alone. Therapy can help you feel more grounded, supported, and connected as you move through it.