Phah! What joker came up with that line? Sleep is something I knew I’d get less of when I had a baby. The thing I didn’t know was how much sleep deprivation would mentally and physically effect me. I have always been a person that needs a lot of sleep. Pre-baby I used to always get at least… Continue reading I slept like a baby…
I was referred to a place called the Gidget Foundation in North Sydney in October 2015. The Gidget Foundation provides a free professional psychological support service for pregnant women and new parents suffering anxiety and depression. I was scheduled in for an appointment with a psychologist but had no idea what to expect. I didn’t know what a… Continue reading My first appointment with a psychologist
While doing some “homework” for my PND support group I started to look at the word mum. We were asked to draw something that represented our journey into motherhood and I started by doodling the word ‘mum’. It was while doing this I noticed the form of the letters appeared to illustrate the ups and downs… Continue reading The MUM wave
…how important “me time” is. Your baby’s wellbeing is directly linked to yours. So, taking care of yourself is not selfish but actually the opposite. I believe by nurishing yourself your baby will have a more positive experience of life and you will be better equipped to handle the crazy times that comes with a… Continue reading I wish someone had told me…
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