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Collage-style image with mother sitting on the floor with her knees drawn up and head in hands. A watercolour rainbow leads her to a happy mother's group, playing in a circle with their babies

Mums, You're Not Alone: A New Community for Mental Health Support

In our society, having a baby is often portrayed as a joyous event, with excitement and anticipation from friends and family. Social media amplifies this by showcasing perfect families and influencers who seem to return to their pre-baby bodies and adapt to life with a bub quickly. This portrayal can create the impression that ‘having it all’ is effortless, making those who may be struggling feel like something is wrong with them.

November 14, 2024

Francieli Sufredini

Registered Psychologist - North Sydney

in collaboration with Gidget Foundation Australia

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Collage-style image with mother sitting on the floor with her knees drawn up and head in hands. A watercolour rainbow leads her to a happy mother's group, playing in a circle with their babies

Collage-style image with mother sitting on the floor with her knees drawn up and head in hands. A watercolour rainbow leads her to a happy mother's group, playing in a circle with their babies

Mums, You're Not Alone: A New Community for Mental Health Support

November 14, 2024

Golden scales are balancing files and computer on the left and a cheeky baby with sauce on its face, sitting in a highchair on the left. The background colour is peach.

Golden scales are balancing files and computer on the left and a cheeky baby with sauce on its face, sitting in a highchair on the left. The background colour is peach.

From Anxious to Awesome: The Ultimate Guide for New Parents Balancing Work & Parenthood

November 13, 2024

In a collage-style design, a pregnant woman looks down holding her belly with a calm look on her face. Around her floats water-coloured rain clouds, an eye mask and ultrasound image

In a collage-style design, a pregnant woman looks down holding her belly with a calm look on her face. Around her floats water-coloured rain clouds, an eye mask and ultrasound image

Expecting the Unexpected: Understanding Lesser-Known Pregnancy Symptoms

November 8, 2024