When Every Second Counts: A Mother’s First Aid Story
When I was a tween and teen, I volunteered with St John Ambulance. Every Monday night we’d meet at an old, dusty hall to practise first aid. Sometimes we’d head out to parks for mock scenarios, and occasionally I’d put on my uniform and attend events as the first aider on duty. I loved it. […]
Supporting Partners & Support People During the Perinatal Period
Having a baby is really hard. It’s tiring, it’s emotional, it’s draining, there is a lot going on. It’s hard! Pregnancy and early parenthood are often framed around the birthing parent, but partners and support people also face their own emotional journey. Recognising and supporting them is essential — not only for their wellbeing, but […]
Anticipatory Anxiety in New Parents and Support People: The Shadow of the Past
Becoming a parent or a primary support person is a profound life transition. Alongside excitement and joy, it often brings a heavy undercurrent of worry — anticipatory anxiety. This anxiety arises as we look ahead to the unknown: the birth, the baby’s needs, managing work alongside family life, and simply the question, “Am I going […]
World Breast Feeding Week 2022
World Breast feeding Week (WBW) is between Aug 1-7. To recognise World Breast Feeding Week, we asked our Preparing for Parenthood facilitator (a midwife with a back ground in Occupational Therapy and Mental Health) to share some thoughts.