Navigating Postpartum Anxiety as a Dad
Perinatal Mental Health Janine Kelly Perinatal Mental Health Janine Kelly

Navigating Postpartum Anxiety as a Dad

Embarking on the journey of fatherhood is a deeply transformative experience that brings forth moments of immense joy, wonder, and unexpected challenges. While much attention has been rightly directed towards postpartum depression and anxiety in mothers, the issue of postpartum anxiety in fathers often remains in the shadows. As a dad, navigating the intricate landscape of parenthood involves a complex interplay of emotions, responsibilities, and societal expectations. It's crucial to shed light on the unique struggles that fathers encounter during this profound period.

This blog is dedicated to addressing the frequently overlooked topic of postpartum anxiety in dads. We'll delve into its common triggers, offering valuable insights to help you manage and navigate the emotional challenges that arise on this remarkable journey of fatherhood.

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Should You Worry About Your Child's Anxiety?
Janine Kelly Janine Kelly

Should You Worry About Your Child's Anxiety?

In today's fast-paced and increasingly complex world, it's not uncommon for children to experience anxiety at some point in their lives. While it's a normal part of childhood to feel anxious about certain situations or events, persistent and intense anxiety can raise concerns for parents.

Should you worry about your child's anxiety? This question is a crucial one, and in this blog post, we'll explore the topic in depth, discussing what childhood anxiety is, its causes, signs, and when it may be time to seek professional help.

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Are Parents to Blame for their Child's Anxiety?

Anxiety is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including children. As parents, we naturally want to protect our children from any harm or distress, including anxiety. However, some parents may wonder if they are inadvertently causing or contributing to their child's anxiety. In this blog post, we will explore the question of whether parents are the reason their child has anxiety.

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5 Tips for Helping your Anxious Child

A lot of children experience anxiety. They often worry about things and feel scared. Children may become anxious when they are apart from you and may refuse to engage in enjoyable activities because you are not there. Some children experience fear when they are in new situations or around people they may not know. Other children may be afraid of specific things such getting lost or of being attacked by a dog. Below are 5 tips to help your child who may be experiencing anxiety manage their symptoms. 

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