Category: Pregnancy
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Why Every New Mother Should Consider Counselling
As counsellors who work in large part with expectant and new mothers, of course we are going to advocate for counselling support during this phase of life. It’s what we do! We have written this article for a couple of reasons: the first, is to help reach those women who are on the fence about…
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The Grief of Miscarriage
“Grief, I’ve learned is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. All the unspent love gathers up in the concerns of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in the hollow part of your chest.. Grief is just love with no place to go.” – James Anderson…
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Pregnancy After Loss (PAL): In the Midst of Fear and Joy
Being pregnant after previous pregnancy loss(es) can be a time of confusing and mixed emotions. With 50-80% of women becoming pregnant again within 12-18 months after their loss, this topic is not spoken about nearly enough. Why does Pregnancy After Loss (PAL) feel different? When a woman is pregnant after loss, there is often…
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How to Support Someone who is Pregnant After a Loss (PAL)
Is your loved one pregnant after a loss and you’re not quite sure how to support them, or even what to say? You are not alone in this. There’s a common assumption that they must be happy to be pregnant given their previous loss(es). This can be true and yet it’s not the full picture……
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Tips for the Mother-to-be on THRIVING into parenthood
Maybe you’re in your final trimester or even the last few weeks of pregnancy, and suddenly it hits you: I AM ABOUT TO HAVE A BABY. Read on for the top tips on how to mentally prepare! Try to not worry too much about having all of the baby ‘stuff’ Get the essentials to make you…