Trauma Bonding in Surrogacy: When Connection Becomes Complicated
By Sarah-Jayne Duryea, Principal Psychologist | Happy Minds Psychology Geelong Introduction Surrogacy is one of the most extraordinary human experiences — a journey of trust, courage, and…
Claiming Connection: Understanding Newborn Attachment After Surrogacy
Welcoming a baby into the world is one of life’s most profound experiences. For intended parents who have built their family through surrogacy, this moment can be…
Dealing with toddlers and their ‘big feelings’
Toddlers are an amazing bunch. That very first ‘toddle’ is a step towards physical growth and maturity, while at the same time their brains are also undergoing…
Positive Psychology: A Quick Primer
When it comes to mental health, the defining focus of psychologists for many years was on addressing problems and ‘fixing’ dysfunction. Positive Psychology turns that on its…