What Is Post-Partum & Peri-Partum Anxiety & Depression?
Hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and new responsibilities can take a toll on mental health. Many new parents experience:
🔹 Persistent sadness or mood swings
🔹 Irritability, anger, or feeling emotionally numb
🔹 Intrusive thoughts or excessive worry about the baby
🔹 Guilt, shame, or feeling like you’re “not a good enough parent”
🔹 Difficulty bonding with the baby
🔹 Physical exhaustion beyond typical new-parent fatigue
If these feelings are lasting longer than two weeks, you may be experiencing post-partum or peri-partum anxiety or depression. Therapy can help you reclaim joy, confidence, and emotional stability.
How Therapy Can Help
You are not alone in this. Therapy can help you:
🔹 Process emotions and release feelings of guilt or self-doubt
🔹 Learn coping strategies for stress, exhaustion, and anxiety
🔹 Strengthen the bond between you and your baby
🔹 Find balance between parenting, relationships, and self-care
No matter where you are on your journey, you deserve support and understanding.
Our Approach to Post-Partum & Peri-Partum Therapy
At Become The Way Psychotherapy, we use evidence-based techniques tailored to the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum life, including:
🔹 Talk Therapy (CBT & DBT) – Restructure negative thoughts and build emotional resilience.
🔹 Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Practices – Reduce stress and prevent emotional burnout.
🔹 Attachment-Based Therapy – Strengthen emotional bonds with your baby and support healthy development.
🔹 Partner & Family Support – Improve communication and involve loved ones in your healing journey.
You don’t have to go through this alone. We’re here to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered.
What to Expect in Therapy
Therapy is a safe space to talk about your emotions, struggles, and fears without judgment. Here’s what you can expect:
