Once the birth is over and you are settling in at home with your baby, inevitably there will be questions and concerns that arise. Some of you may feel confident in the basics like changing diapers, and caring for your baby and others of you may be intimidated by the idea. And even if you have the basics down, there are always things that parents are faced with that are unique only to you and your baby. How will your baby respond to the ways you naturally offer comfort? What likes and dislikes will your baby have that will belwilder and frustrate you? How will you do any of the tasks of parenting when you are incredibly sleep deprived?
Its important to realize, if you’re reading this before your baby is born, there are many aspects of caring for your baby that are unpredictable. Also, more than likely, you will be bombarded with conflicting advice from family, friends and experts that would send anyone into a state of quiet panic that whatever they choose will somehow be detrimental to their baby’s development and well-being. It is very difficult to avoid stress when you’re worried about doing the wrong thing. No new parent needs that! You actually have the ability to figure this out, and be the confident, joyful parent you want to be.
By working with me you will have a steady, confident ally to help you sort out your own thoughts and preferences as a parent. I can help you
- gain skills designed to benefit your baby’s emotional, cognitive, and social development
- learn how to nurture yourself, and how that benefits your baby
- support you and your partner to attend to and strengthen your marriage/partnership
- teach you how to understand your baby, and how to respond in ways that will promote attachment and trust between you
- help resolve any issues that are causing stress, such as your baby’s crying and sleep and/or feeding patterns
Overall, you will be relieved of feeling conflicted, anxious, guilty and unsure as a new parent. Your baby will have the best start possible and it will show!
How we would work together would vary, as you and your family are unique.
Call me at 509-387-1083 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation, and how best to meet your needs. We can then decide if we are a good fit to work together. There is no obligation for this 20-30 minute call. If you prefer to email me, you can do that by clicking here.
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