Pregnancy Counselling 

Prenatal counselling supports mental wellness while the baby is in the womb by assisting individuals in sorting through various emotions they may be feeling. This is not just for expecting mothers but also partners and families with children.

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Body image

Many individuals struggle with their body image and find it difficult to accept the changes their bodies undergo during pregnancy. At KTS, we can support pregnant people in managing body image triggers and challenging harmful attitudes and behaviours. We believe pregnant individuals who get help with their body image are more prepared to deal with the physical changes after giving birth and are better able to accept—and even embrace—their postpartum bodies.

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Expectations and advice

New parents are under a lot of pressure when it comes to having a baby, especially those that give birth. They are continually reminded of the countless mistakes they are making and the numerous other things that could go wrong. Counselling can support the sifting through all the information on how to 'do' parenting and what to do with the 'ideal' mother pictures portrayed on social media. Whilst keeping in mind that there is no ideal way to parent.  

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Anxiety and depression

Some individuals experience pregnancy anxiety or depression as a result of their prenatal worries, and pregnancy's natural ups and downs become significantly worse. Unfortunately, these mental health issues frequently go untreated, which can provide significant difficulties for both them and their infants. In addition to being significant risk factors for postpartum depression, anxiety and depression during pregnancy have also been connected to issues like preterm birth, temperamental infants, and behavioural and emotional issues in children. These mental health issues can be detected early through counselling and equipping individuals with life-changing coping mechanisms. 

 

Trauma

Unfortunately, labour rarely goes as expected. KTS can support individuals who have undergone traumatic childbirth, such as an emergency C-section or an assisted delivery. Flashbacks, nightmares, and panic attacks are a few things that these people may experience months after birth and again throughout subsequent pregnancies. We use a variety of strategies to assist our clients in overcoming challenging memories and maintaining their attention on the actual pregnancy and birthing process.