Dr. Vanessa JoachinPsychologist Candidate, PhD, MPH (she, her)

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You may have imagined this season of life would feel more joyful, more connected, or at least more manageable. But instead, you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of yourself. Maybe you’re navigating the rollercoaster of pregnancy or postpartum, and everything feels harder than you expected. Maybe you're struggling to feel bonded with your baby, or you find yourself losing your temper more than you’d like. Perhaps something unexpected or frightening happened—during birth, in your relationship, or in your own past—and now it’s getting in the way of feeling present with your child or confident in your parenting.