Postnatal

Feel seen and heard navigating parenthood and life after pregnancy

Assessment and treatment

I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of a variety of psychiatric conditions after pregnancy and associated with birth complications, birth trauma and/or loss including:

  • ADHD

  • Postnatal depression

  • Postnatal anxiety

  • Postpartum psychosis

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • Unwanted intrusive thoughts (UIT)

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Panic Disorder

  • Substance Use Disorder

  • Bipolar Affective Disorder

  • Schizophrenia

  • Schizoaffective Disorder

Medication advice

I provide evidence-based preconception medication advice.

When prescribing medication during postnatal period, I can collaborate with you and your loved ones to support and guide you to an informed decision regarding the risks and benefits of medications.

Mental health birth plan

I can assist you in creating a comprehensive and bespoke Mental Health Birth Plan that details your support system, strengths, challenges, medications and early warning signs of a deterioration. This plan is essential in optimising your mental health in the postnatal period.

 

Parenting Challenges

I have expertise in the evaluation and management of adjustment difficulties to parenthood including:

  • Unpredictable emotions

  • Fears and/or feelings of incompetence

  • Feelings of doubt and ambivalence

  • Issues of bonding with your baby

  • Relationship challenges

  • Loss of personal identity

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A sanctuary for your mental health journey.

Our reproductive and pregnancy journeys can impact our mental health in many ways, often unexpectedly. I’m here to help you explore, understand and manage your mental health — from menstruation, preconception right through to postpartum.

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There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.