Firefly Counselling

I love that KW region has so many different types of care and support avaliable for new parents adjusting to this phase of life. A group program like Stork Secrets is a great way to connect with other parents and know you are not going through this alone.

Are you connecting or protecting? Are you in a stress response (fight, flight, freeze or fawn) or a neutral state (relax, rest, restore)? What little steps can you take to move towards connection and neutrality today or tomorrow? ... That's how we re-wire our brains. One small step at a time. My goal is to be present. There is a lot of uncertainty with this newest lockdown and it's become too easy to worry about the weeks ahead. I'll find 5 minutes and be aware of the room, my senses and what is happening here and now. Then tomorrow, I'll aim for 6 minutes. #kitchener #kitchenertherapy #kitchenerawesome #waterloo #waterlootherapy #waterlooawesome #swontario #postpartumtherapy #ontariotherapist #ppdtherapy #ppd #maternalmentalhealth #momlife #ontariotherapy #postpartumtherapy

How are you feeling today? No, for real. Are you sure? ... How do you know? Did you know we can carry multiple feelings at once? Parenting, for example, can be bitter sweet. In one moment we can be full of gratitude for our little ones moving to a new milestone and feel sorrow that they are growing so quickly. I'm loving this emotion sensation wheel. I may need to get this printed on a throw pillow for my office. Drop an emoji, or several, to let me know how you are feeling today. #kitchener #kitchenertherapy #kitchenerawesome #waterloo #waterlootherapy #waterlooawesome #swontario #postpartumtherapy #ontariotherapist #ppdtherapy #ppd #maternalmentalhealth #momlife #ontariotherapy

In therapy and in life, we sometimes focus too much on the negative. The ACEs (adverse childhood experiences) has been a major factor in understanding childhood trauma. I'm so excited to see an additional measure that can help adults further access what they are doing right to support the children in their lives.

Information is scarce and making decisions while pregnant and/or breastfeeding can be difficult for some families. I hope having access to this post can help a family make the choice that is best for them and their baby.