At Bloom Psychotherapy, we provide specialized virtual therapy across Canada for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting mental health.
This blog shares therapist-informed insights on what many people experience, but don’t often say out loud.
You might be here because you’re:
- Trying to conceive or navigating infertility
- Experiencing pregnancy anxiety or birth trauma
- Struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety
- Feeling overwhelmed, resentful, or unlike yourself
You’re not alone, and this is exactly the kind of work we do every day.
Bloom Psychotherapy
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Understanding and Overcoming Postpartum Anxiety
Becoming a parent is an incredible journey, filled with moments of joy, love, and wonder. But it can also be a time of intense anxiety and overwhelming... more »
A Therapist's Perspective on Postpartum Resentment
The postpartum period, while filled with moments of joy and bonding with your new baby, can also bring unexpected emotional challenges. Many new parents... more »
Transition to Motherhood: Rediscovering Yourself After Welcoming a New Baby
Welcoming a new baby into the world is a life-altering experience, filled with profound joy, love, and countless changes. During this transition to motherhood,... more »
Self-Care Guilt and How to Build a New Routine
Motherhood is a transformative journey that brings many complex emotions, experiences, and responsibilities. As moms navigate the never-ending balance of caring... more »
Deciding to Expand Your Family After Pregnancy and Birth Trauma
The decision to expand one's family after experiencing pregnancy and birth trauma is a deeply personal and complex journey, filled with a myriad of... more »
Sweet Dreams or Utter Exhaustion? Are ANY New Moms Sleeping?
Sleep is undeniably one of the most precious commodities, especially for new moms who are in the thick of the newborn days. From the moment a baby enters... more »
Tee Time Troubles: Navigating Resentment in Parenting
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys we embark on. It's filled with joy, love, and moments that take our breath away. But... more »
Perimenopause: What is Happening to my Emotions?
Perimenopause typically begins in a woman's 40s but can start earlier for some women. It is often characterized by a whirlwind of physical changes, including... more »
Returning to Work After Having a Baby
The journey of returning to work after motherhood is a profound and multifaceted experience, marked by a spectrum of emotions, challenges, and... more »
“I Want Mommy!”: Understanding Children's Parental Preference
As a perinatal therapist, I've witnessed the intricate dynamics of family relationships, including the delicate dance of a child’s parental... more »
Positive Body Image and The Impact on Our Children
Body image is a complex and multifaceted aspect of identity that influences how we perceive ourselves and interact with the world around us. Body image... more »
Parenting Responsibilities: A Therapist's Perspective
In today's fast-paced world, the traditional roles of mom and dad are evolving, giving rise to a more collaborative approach to raising... more »
Sex and Gender Disappointment: Insights from a Perinatal Therapist
Bringing a child into the world is a deeply personal and transformative experience. Expectant parents often dream about the life they'll share with their... more »
Understanding the Impact of Menopause on Mental Health
Menopause and perimenopause are often regarded as inevitable processes a women will go through that are dreaded and feared for their physical symptoms while... more »
Navigating Returning to Work After Maternity Leave
Returning to work after maternity leave is a monumental step for parents that often comes with a multitude of emotions, logistical challenges, and personal... more »
Double the Love, Double the Fun: Parenting a Toddler and a Baby
Navigating the journey of parenting a toddler and a baby is an experience filled with immense joy, unexpected challenges, and profound learning moments, and it... more »
Mom Rage: How to Find Calm in the Chaos
Mom Rage is a potent, sometimes unexpected surge of anger that mothers experience. It's a multi-layered emotion, stemming from a variety of sources -... more »
Anxiety After Therapy Success: Embracing Stability
Many people who have successfully worked with a therapist to overcome significant challenges find themselves grappling with an unexpected new form of... more »
The Top Myths About Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health Debunked
Pregnancy and postpartum can be a time of great joy and excitement, but they can also be a time of significant stress and anxiety. Unfortunately, there are... more »
I've Finished Therapy, What's Now?
Completing therapy is an important milestone in one's mental health journey, signaling progress, growth, and increased self-awareness. However,... more »
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Our team of perinatal therapists are parents themselves and understand how complex this journey can be. They understand fertility, postpartum, and how the rest of our lives can affect these times.
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Services are provided through secure online video-conferencing or by telephone to anyone in Canada.
We are an LGBTQ affirmative practice and welcome all individuals or couples who seek support and guidance at any point in their lives.
We work to foster an inclusive environment that supports and does not discriminate, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or disability. We recognize that families are built in many ways and welcome any and all families.
Babies are always welcome in session.
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