
Occupational Therapy support during pregnancy and early parenthood
"You're not failing - this is a huge transition"
Pregnancy and early parenthood change routines, identity, sleep, relationships and mental health.
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Feeling overwhelmed or emotionally flat
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Loss of identity or confidence
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Difficulty managing daily tasks
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Anxiety, low mood or guilt
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Struggling to balance self-care and caregiving


How occupational therapy can help during the perinatal period
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Adjusting to new roles and routines
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Energy and sleep management (as much as is possible)
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Supporting mental wellbeing through structure and pacing
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Regaining a sense of self alongside parenthood
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Practical coping straggles that work in real life
Our approach
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Compassionate and non-judgemental
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Flexible and realistic
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Centred on you, not expectations
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Can support alongside other perinatal services


What sessions might
focus on
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Daily routines and priorities
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Mental load and overwhelm
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Supporting wellbeing in limited time
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Gradual re-engagement in meaningful activities