New mothers expect their postpartum period to be a time of joy and bonding, but sometimes it can feel more emotionally complex. Many new parents experience mood shifts after birth, and it can be difficult to know what is “normal adjustment” and when you could benefit from additional support.

Often invisible to others, birth-related trauma is deeply felt in the body and nervous system by those who have experienced it. Whether your experience was unexpected medical interventions, feeling unheard or dismissed during labor, or moments of fear for your or your baby’s wellbeing and safety, the emotional and physiological impact can be significant.