Fertility, Pregnancy and Parenting Support

This service offers emotional support to expectant parents, as individuals or together as a couple.

We can offer continuity of care from pre-conception through to the early stages of parenting. Whether you’re a first-timer and an old hand, we welcome you to seek support at this wonderful time.

Pregnancy is wonderful phase of life and as with all periods in life, brings about it’s own challenges. Many pregnancies are totally unplanned, mis-timed and just a plan ole surprise when it eventually happens for those who ‘try’.

Today’s world offers an abundance of information while pregnant. Unfortunately for some, this can add concern, knowing what ‘might’ happen and induce unnecessary stress.

While many people sail through the prospect of what lies ahead, others struggle for all kinds of reasons

This may include

Thought of being responsible for another person for many years to come
Financial pressures/responsibility
Birthing options
Varied parenting ideas on how to raise the wee bundle when s/he arrives
Lack of partner support
Impact on relationship between couple
Impact on existing siblings/other family members

Birth Options

The fear and horror stories around a natural birth are plentiful and the positive stories are lacking. Many people advocate for a caesarean section as ‘the easy option’. Considering birthing is natural and a caesarean is major surgery, this mind-frame that can be thrown around, is concerning for many practitioners in this industry. Caesarean sections saves lives of mother and/or child, when medical complications/risks are present.

Our role is to support you to choose the option that makes most sense for you and alleviate any fears associated with that choice and build your belief in your abilities for a happy, healthy delivery.

Parenting Support

Parenting for many people feels like a natural progression in their life journey. For others it’s almost like landing on an alien planet where you don’t speak the language. No matter which end of the spectrum you find yourself at, we can support you through any challenges that come your way.

Check out our other resources for other support options and information.

		Relationship Support
		Health Support
		Telephone Counselling