Pregnancy, birth and becoming a mother are often linked with idealistic notions of excitement, love, hopes and wishes. However, it may also be a time of anxiety, fear and confusion. While most of these feelings are completely normal, they can also take you by complete surprise.

Every mother approaches the birth with her own expectations and fears. You may find that you have mixed feelings about the birth. Childbirth can leave you feeling exhausted and anxious, as well as shocked by the sudden changes in your life as a result of becoming a mother.

When faced with your new baby, hidden feelings, fears and experiences may resurface. On the brink of parenthood, it is not unusual for parents to revisit their own childhood experiences and feelings. You may have fond memories of your parents and wish to be like them with your own child. But you may also feel that you would like to do things differently. You may wonder how you can give your child a different experience to your own. 

There is certainly enough to manage and think about in these early months. Babies need attentive responsive parenting to nurture their emotional and mental development.
Having the support to think about and understand your baby and your relationship with him/her can help build a solid base for your baby’s future development as well as ease the pressure at this crucial time.