If you’ve ever been pregnant, you might remember those moments of mental fog- the ones where you walk into a room and instantly forget why you’re there, or you find yourself misplacing things far more often than usual. During my pregnancy, I lost count of how many...
Written by Dr Emily O’Leary, Clinical Psychologist at Foundations Clinic, Brisbane. Dedicated to supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the early years with evidence-based, compassionate care. “I smiled at everyone around the table. Then I locked...
As a clinical psychologist working with people struggling with OCD, I’ve witnessed how misunderstood this diagnosis can be, especially in the perinatal period. Many new mums are overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts they never expected and don’t understand-...
When High-Functioning Parents Fall Apart They never miss a feed. They sign up for every developmental milestone class. Their home is spotless, baby bag organised, and their baby photos… perfectly filtered. They’re not just coping, they’re excelling. At...
The Mental Health Toll No One Talks About Breastfeeding is often presented as the most natural and essential thing a mother can do. It’s praised for its immune-boosting benefits, its role in bonding, and its supposed lifelong advantages. So when it doesn’t work, why...
