As you transition into becoming a mother, you will experience many highs and lows along the way, but sometimes you forget about the most important person of all - YOU. 

Let us help you avoid feeling burned out and keep everything bright. In this episode we give you ideas on how you can take time to look after yourself, so you can live the life you've dreamt of by embracing motherhood without compromising yourself. 

Our guide is mother, psychotherapist,  life coach and mindfulness teacher, Anne Morgan.

Things We Spoke About:

• Is motherhood a big emotional shift or just an old wives' tale
• How your emotions and mental health change after birth
• Do baby blues last for long
• The important difference between Postnatal Depression and Postnatal Anxiety
• Issues and challenges when returning to work
• Why all babies are not the same
• Where to find your own support network and when to use it

GUEST DETAILS

Anne Morgan is a mother, psychotherapist, life coach and mindfulness teacher.  She holds a Master's Degree in Psychotherapy, works with young families within the school system and with new mothers as they transition into the role of primary caregiver. 
 
Anne’s mission is to use her experience and qualifications to help new mothers reconnect with their inner-self, helping them to rediscover who they truly are while relying on their innate strengths and resources to navigate the emotional complexities of motherhood.

QUOTES

“Motherhood is unique to each individual so be prepared for anything, because anything can happen!” 

“Don't wait until you feel overwhelmed to look at your support network. It’s better to start when things are going relatively okay”

“The statistics say one in 10 for postnatal depression. I think it is closer to one in six.”

“You're going back to the same job with a new brain.” 
 
 “A transition isn't just stepping into a new chapter. It involves an ending of the previous one”.

MORE INFORMATION

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Recommended Book:  Birth Shock by Mia Scotland

https://www.amazon.com/Birth-Shock-Recover-Trauma-Healthy/dp/1780664958

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