The Postpartum Journey for Surrogates: What to Expect and How to Support It
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology The end of a surrogate pregnancy marks both an arrival and a departure — the arrival of a…
Healing After Surrogacy: Reclaiming Identity and Emotional Balance Post-Birth
The weeks and months following a surrogacy birth are often described as bittersweet. There is joy, gratitude, and relief — but also hormonal shifts, fatigue, and emotional…
Surrogacy Relationships Over Time: How to Sustain Respectful Connection as the Child Grows
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Surrogacy doesn’t end when the baby is born — it simply changes shape. The months after birth are…
Navigating Postpartum Emotions: A Psychologist’s Guide to the Fourth Trimester
The arrival of a baby is a life altering moment, often bathed in joy and wonder, but the weeks that follow—known as the fourth trimester—can feel like…
Beyond Baby Blues: Recognising and Managing Postnatal Depression and Anxiety
Postnatal depression (PND) and postnatal anxiety (PNA) are significant mental health challenges that extend far beyond the ‘baby blues’ commonly discussed in the context of new parenthood. …