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Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health
Pregnancy, birth and early parenting bring immense change. While it is often seen as a joyful time, the reality can feel far more complex. You may experience emotional shifts, unexpected challenges or unresolved feelings.
At Vivamus, our perinatal psychologists understand the emotional toll this period can take. We offer thoughtful, non-judgemental care to help you navigate the challenges of pregnancy, birth and early parenting with clarity and support.
Recognise the Signs That You May Need Support
Perinatal mental health challenges can begin during pregnancy or appear weeks or months after giving birth. You may notice:
- Ongoing low mood, tearfulness or hopelessness
- Feeling numb or unable to bond with your baby
- Racing thoughts or constant worry
- Trouble sleeping, even when your baby is asleep
- Flashbacks or memories of a traumatic experience
- Avoiding certain situations or contact with your baby
- Feeling ashamed, alone or afraid of being judged
These symptoms are not a sign of failure. Many women experience emotional difficulties during this time. The earlier you seek support, the sooner recovery can begin.
Understand What Could Be Contributing to How You Feel
Emotional struggles during and after pregnancy are not caused by one single thing. Often, they result from a combination of physical, psychological and social factors. These might include:
You are not expected to handle this alone. Understanding what is contributing to your experience is the first step toward change.
Work with a Psychologist Who Specialises in Perinatal Mental Health
At Vivamus, we provide compassionate therapy that is tailored to your needs and grounded in the latest research. We support women facing:
- Depression during or after pregnancy (perinatal or postnatal depression)
- Anxiety that makes daily life feel unmanageable
- Postnatal trauma or PTSD following birth complications, stillbirth or assault
- Emotional distress without a clear cause
Therapy can help you process difficult thoughts and emotions, improve your connection with your baby, and feel more like yourself again.
We only use treatments that are safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Every plan is developed in collaboration with you. When helpful, we also coordinate care with GPs, paediatricians, psychiatrists or other health professionals to ensure your support is well connected.
Take the First Step Toward Feeling Better
You do not have to wait for things to get worse. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or low during or after pregnancy, support is available.
Our psychologists in Dubai offer experienced, non-judgemental care to help you recover, connect and move forward with strength and clarity.
Reach Out to Our Team
Whether you’re reaching out for yourself or someone you care about, taking that first step matters – and you don’t have to do it alone.
Our psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists in Dubai offer compassionate, professional support for anxiety, low mood, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and many other difficulties.
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Dubai Healthcare City, near City Hospital