Empty nest syndrome or heartache is often used to describe the grief many parents feel when their children move out of the family home.
While it’s not a clinical diagnosis, empty nest syndrome is a... Read more
There’s a lot of pressure to be in a bubble of love and joy when bub comes long.
But it’s common for parents of newborns to feel a sense of isolation and loneliness – particularly for first-time... Read more
For many parents, COVID-19 has added to the stress of already difficult family circumstances.
Your usual co-parenting arrangements might be disrupted by new challenges such as school closures,... Read more
COVID has caused stress and burnout for a lot of parents. Lockdowns and home-schooling had us scrambling to keep our kids safe and entertained while we tried to hold onto our own sanity.
And even... Read more
Written by Karen Marshall – Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor
After separating, some parents may disagree about how they will parent their children. They may debate about how much time the... Read more