Media & Writing
This page features articles and videos on important topics in the perinatal journey, including pregnancy loss, postpartum depression, anxiety, perimenopause and menopause mental health, life transitions, and the power of peer support. Writing has been an important way for me to reflect on these experiences and share insights from both personal and professional perspectives.
Alongside my own reflections, you will also find media that highlights the value of parents and individuals supporting one another through various life stages. My goal in sharing these pieces is to provide education, reduce stigma, and help individuals and families feel supported in knowing they are not alone in what they are going through—whether navigating parenthood, hormonal changes, or major life transitions.
Walk and Talk Therapy: Taking Counselling Outside
Discover how Walk and Talk Therapy combines counselling with the healing benefits of nature and gentle movement. Learn why this approach can be especially supportive for women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, pregnancy loss, perimenopause, menopause, and life's many transitions.
Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and Their Impacts on Perinatal Mental Health
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) are among the most common complications experienced during pregnancy and postpartum, yet many parents suffer silently due to stigma, fear, or the belief that they “should” be coping better. This article explores the different types of PMADs, how they can impact emotional well-being, relationships, and the transition into parenthood, and why seeking support early can make a meaningful difference.
As a perinatal mental health counsellor, I provide compassionate, trauma-informed support for individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, and the many emotional changes that come with becoming a parent.
On The Other Side of Miscarriage
Pregnancy loss can leave behind a complicated mix of grief, guilt, fear, and unanswered questions. In this personal reflection, I share my experience with miscarriage and the emotional journey of healing, self-compassion, and finding meaning after loss. Whether you are navigating your own miscarriage or supporting someone who is, you are not alone in your grief.
The Importance of Support Groups on our Parenting Journey
Parenting can be a beautiful and meaningful journey, but it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and challenging at times. Support groups provide a safe space to connect with others who understand, share experiences, and remind us that we are not alone.
In this conversation of Flourish & Flow, host Amy Rohrer is joined by perinatal mental health advocate & Social Service Worker, Karin Thoms, and co-founders of Dads of Oxford Support Group, Chad Gee and Jeremy Ward. In this conversation, we discuss the importance and benefits of support groups, specifically on the parenting journey!