Mental Health
What I wish I had known about the feelings of pregnancy
Crying at adverts, snapping at loved ones, scary passing thoughts, fear of birth: the emotional side of pregnancy nobody mentions, and what actually helps.
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Mental Health
Articles on mental health - written with faith, warmth and practical wisdom.
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It is 3am and your mind is wide awake: sleep worries in pregnancy
Lying awake worrying about sleep position, the baby or tomorrow? An hour-by-hour guide to calmer pregnancy nights, safe side-sleeping and when to call.
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Mental Health
Five comparison myths that steal your joy in pregnancy
Her bump is smaller, her nursery is finished, her baby kicks more. Five common comparison myths in pregnancy, the truth behind each, and how to step off the treadmill.
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Mental Health
To the mum who is pregnant again after loss
A letter for the woman holding hope and fear at once after miscarriage or stillbirth: what may help, what to ask your care team, and room to grieve and hope.
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Mental Health
Antenatal depression: honest answers to the questions you might not say out loud
Feeling flat, numb or tearful while pregnant? Gentle answers about antenatal depression: what it is, why it is not your fault, and how to get help.
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Mental Health
A pocket plan for pregnancy anxiety
Racing thoughts between scans, constant symptom-checking, a knot in your stomach? A calm, practical plan for pregnancy anxiety, plus when to ask for help.
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Mental Health
Caring for Your Mind and Spirit During Pregnancy
Discover important information and tips for your pregnancy journey in this essential guide.
