BIRTHSCAPES

What Birthscapes says

Hello, I'm Katy and I am so pleased to meet you! I am a mummy to an incredible and energetic 4 year old, wife to my partner and best friend of 20 years, owner of one moody moggy and a qualified Occupational Therapist. I live in the rural suburbs of Gateshead, bordering Northumberland in the UK. My hobbies include taking scenic strolls, going to National Trust and English Heritage properties, reading, singing and occasionally travelling when life allows. I am a former hypnobirthing (and C-section) mum as well as being someone who has overcame their own perinatal mental health difficulties. I am now to all intents and purposes a birth fanatic with a particular interest in perinatal mental health, birth trauma, attachment and the use of play to support with parent-child bonding. As a laughter yoga leader, I believe that laughter has a huge part to play for parents, throughout the perinatal period, in relation to pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, bonding and for our emotional wellbeing; releasing key hormones and promoting a positive mindset. As a result of my own journey, I noticed a clear gap within the healthcare system regarding prevention and upstream support. Many parents unfortunately slipping through the net when it comes to identifying any difficulties they may be experiencing and they receive little to no support. Globally, the value of parents, and in particular mothers and motherhood is ignored. Some countries offer fantastic antenatal and maternity / paternity packages, but for the most part, parents have their needs neglected. So many people find out when they are expecting, that they have idea of what is actually involved when it comes to pregnancy, birth and parenthood, nor is there an understanding of postpartum needs.