Relationship breakdown is tough. Plus, when children are involved, it brings a whole new layer of complexity. Here, our very own Laura B shares her personal tips on how she managed this transition in the best way for her and her boys. … Co-parenting can feel overwhelming, emotional, and confusing, especially in the early days. […]
Jess’ story shines a light on how our Maternal journey is one where we more feel unheard, than heard. Dismissed, more than respected. Our society is FILLED with people pleasers. Britain is a breeding ground for them. Mothers, women, are not natural complainers. But Mothers know their babies and children. They have a connection that
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Here we honour Sarah’s voice and story. It shines a light on how Motherhood can re-trigger old traumas that have laid dormant for some time. So deeply pushed away that we had no idea they were quietly waiting in the background, ready to resurface. Motherhood is one of those times when they often do. It
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We want to thank Amy, a Mother who so courageously shares her story below with us. Her words are raw, honest, and powerful. Her voice speaks for so many who have felt unheard, dismissed, disrespected and overwhelmed in the early stages of motherhood. Amy’s experience echoes the struggles so often seen in maternal mental health
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Compassion Fatigue….is rife in the helping professions! Why? Because most of those who step into these professions do so because of their own previous experiences. Experiences of always being the one in their family who ‘had the answers’. ‘Took care of everyone else. ’ Felt responsible for the feelings and needs of others at an
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Have you found yourself overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts since becoming a parent — thoughts that worry you, scare you, or leave you doubting yourself? One of Laura’s incredible supervisees, Jess Hayes, who specialises in maternal mental health and OCD, has written this blog explaining why intrusive thoughts happen, when it’s important to seek support, and
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I first discovered wild swimming in 2020. After the birth of my baby the year before, I felt like I had completely lost myself. Motherhood is a beautiful, transformative journey, but it can also be overwhelming, leaving little room to connect with who we were before. While wild swimming wasn’t the only thing that helped
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“It takes a village to raise a child” – these familiar words echo an ancient truth. But just as precious is this whispered wisdom: every mother needs her village too, a caring circle of hearts and hands to help her flourish and find her strength. We humans are social beings who need contact and connection.
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To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we at Laura Greenwood Therapy wanted to honour one of our main messages. “Everything begins with a Mother.” Laura tasked the team with reflecting on the women that have shaped them to be the people they are today. Whether this be their birth Mother, Grandmother, someone else from our
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Written by – Jordan Mcphail – CBT and EMDR Therapist – Team LGT After nearly seven months off work, I’m planning a return in September and I’m excited to be a part of the LGT team as I do! With that in mind and with birth trauma awareness week being this week, I thought it’d
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