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‘I was absolutely terrified of my daughter. I couldn’t pick her up’

To help spread awareness of perinatal depression and anxiety we have been publishing stories bravely written by women and men who have experienced PNDA. This is Kristal's story ...

By The Bub Hub Crew|Friday, 16th November 2018|Leave a reply

‘I couldn’t sleep, I couldn’t eat and I just wanted to escape my mind’

To help spread awareness of perinatal depression and anxiety we have been publishing stories bravely written by women and men who have experienced PNDA. This is Tegan's story ...

By The Bub Hub Crew|Thursday, 15th November 2018|Leave a reply

‘I wish I knew’: kick-starting conversations about perinatal anxiety and depression

The theme of this year’s PANDA Week campaign is 'I wish I knew’, because many expecting and new mums and dads are surprised and shocked by how challenging becoming a parent can be.

By Terri Smith|Monday, 12th November 2018|Leave a reply

5 tips to reduce your child’s exam anxiety

With the end of term just around the corner, our children are now busy preparing for their exams. Although the magnitude of exams vary from year to year, the pressure...

By Dr Kelly Bowers|Thursday, 8th November 2018|Leave a reply

3 ways to help your teen overcome overwhelm

Overwhelm: the sense of being overcome, buried, inundated or strongly at the effect of an external force. For teens, the opportunities for feeling overwhelmed seem plentiful — from expectations at...

By Yasodhara Romero Fernandes|Thursday, 11th October 2018|Leave a reply

13 books to read to children who worry

There are many books for children that can help them deal with their worries and anxieties. Here are some of the best books you can read to a child who is anxious.

By The Bub Hub Crew|Thursday, 27th September 2018|Leave a reply

How to spot perinatal anxiety or depression in expecting and new dads

If you're the partner, friend or family member of an expecting or new dad, how can you recognise that they may have perinatal depression or anxiety. Here are the signs to look out for ...

By Terri Smith|Thursday, 30th August 2018|Leave a reply

Perinatal depression and anxiety in men – symptoms and treatment

What are the symptoms of antenatal and postnatal depression in men? Where can fathers go for help and support when they're experiencing postnatal depression? And what are the treatment options available?

By The Bub Hub Crew|Thursday, 14th June 2018|2 Replies

7 things new dads need to emotionally prepare for parenthood

Becoming a dad brings with it a range of changes to your physical and emotional health. Helen McAllister, St John of God National Director Raphael Services, shares her advice on the essentials all dads need to know to keep their emotional wellbeing in check.

By Helen McAllister|Tuesday, 12th June 2018|Leave a reply

Thinking ahead to reduce your risk of PND

Pregnancy is the perfect time to think ahead to your own emotional needs in the weeks after your baby is born to help reduce your risk of postnatal depression and anxiety.

By Dr Wendy Roncolato and Prue Foster|Wednesday, 6th June 2018|2 Replies