Postpartum Recovery: Our Guide to the Fourth Trimester
The fourth trimester, those tender weeks after birth, is a time of awe, adjustment, and raw vulnerability. At Happy Minds Psychology, we know this season brings a…
Preparing for Parenthood: A Guide to Perinatal Mental Health
The journey to parenthood is an extraordinary time filled with a range of emotions, from excitement and joy to apprehension and anxiety. Perinatal mental health, which encompasses…
Perinatal Care: Understanding the Role of Psychology in Pregnancy and Beyond
Perinatal care often conjures images of routine doctor visits, baby scans, and physical preparations for the forthcoming child. However, while these aspects are undeniably crucial, there’s another…
The Impact of Infertility on Body Image and Self-Esteem
Infertility is a challenging and emotionally taxing experience that affects numerous couples and individuals around the world. Defined as the inability to conceive after a year of…
Supporting Mental Health During IVF: Understanding and Coping with the Challenges
In vitro fertilisation (IVF) is a journey that can be emotionally, physically, and mentally challenging for many individuals and couples. The process of IVF involves various steps,…
Is Anxiety Common During Pregnancy?
If you’re feeling anxious during pregnancy, you’re not alone. Many women experience some level of anxiety during this time. In fact, it’s the most common emotion during…
7 Facts About Surrogacy In Australia
Are you considering surrogacy in Australia as a way to build your family? Surrogacy is an incredible option for many couples and individuals looking to become parents…
Why You Shouldn’t Blame Yourself After Miscarriage
Miscarriage is common, yet it’s something that’s often not spoken about. As a result, many women may feel isolated and alone after a miscarriage, blaming themselves or…
Confusion And Despair: How To Cope When Everyone Around You Is Announcing Pregnancies
Struggling with infertility is difficult enough without the added stress of seeing your friends and peers announcing pregnancies. However difficult it may seem though your journey is…
Perinatal loss: coping with the unthinkable
The unexpected loss of a pregnancy or baby can be a devastating experience. And while the statistics mean you’re not alone, the grief you are feeling is…
Sex after baby: Tips for postpartum intimacy
When to start having sex again after delivery is a hot topic (!), but the arrival of a baby can act like a relationship earthquake – your…
Self-Identity – Where did I go?
Being a brand-new (or second-time or third-time…) parent is hard. All of a sudden we need to get to know a tiny new person and try to…