I’m Really Scared of Having a Baby: Is That Normal?
29 August 2025
Many people have mixed feelings about having a baby. Some don’t want them, and others would like to have one but are terrified to have one.
Pregnancy and Motherhood Counselling
Pregnancy places an enormous strain on your body, with hormones continually fluctuating and your physical body changing before your eyes.
While we’ve all heard about that natural pregnancy glow, the reality is that most women feel like their body is not their own anymore.
Post-natal depression is a common occurrence, affecting 1 in 7 new mothers in Australia, leaving women feeling hopeless and unable to enjoy their newborn baby.
Life as a new mum might not be what you expected, with the many competing demands of motherhood, it is normal to have difficulty adjusting.
Whatever your situation may be, our counsellors will help you to explore your concerns and assist you in coping with the transition of welcoming a new baby into your family.
Read on for helpful pregnancy information in our articles, or find out more about our counselling services in Melbourne. We also offer counselling online Australia-wide.
Reach out to us. Safe Place Therapy is your safe place to talk.
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