mental health

neonatal journey

Neonatal Journey: Through the Eyes of a Parent

My work as a Women’s Health Counsellor means that I witness first hand the struggles faced by parents of babies on the Neonatal Unit (NNU), both emotional and practical. I am writing this fictional blog through their eyes to shed light on how difficult this period can feel, hoping it brings a bit of comfort to anyone going through a similar journey. The Neonatal Unit can be a daunting place, filled with uncertainties, but it’s also a place of incredible strength, resilience, and hope.

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5 Symptoms of Stress

Stress Awareness Month – 5 Common Symptoms of Stress

April is Stress Awareness month, so let’s talk about stress. Not the obvious, head-in-hands, “I’m going to scream into a pillow” kind (although, of course, that’s stress too). I’m talking about the quieter, sneakier kind that creeps into your day, messes with your focus, and makes everything feel just that little bit harder than it needs to be.

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male suicide

Male Suicidal Ideation and the Healing Power of Counselling

In the dimly lit corners of society’s understanding, a silent struggle rages on — the prevalence of male suicidal ideation. For too long, this profound and often misunderstood issue has lingered in the shadows, leaving countless men grappling with their inner demons alone. But, amidst the darkness, there shines a beacon of hope: counselling. Let’s

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