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Internal Family Systems (IFS) – what is it? Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a model of working developed by Richard Schwartz and gaining recognition as an evidence base for helping with a variety of needs. At its core, it is the idea that we have lots of different parts of ourselves, all of which develop to keep us safe. Some of these ways that we try and keep ourselves safe may have been useful at one point but perhaps are now holding us back. There are parts we try suppress because they...

Birth trauma is a scary and overwhelming event for the parent going through it, as well as the other parent. It affects people in a myriad of ways. Here I am going to speak to some of the relational difficulties that might occur, what to be aware of and how to help heal these ruptures. I would always recommend talking with a therapist, but you may feel ready to have some of these conversations between you – or this list may help you recognise what is going on and feel less alone. Emotional...

Healing relationship ruptures after birth trauma is possible—though it often takes time, patience, and intentional effort. Here are some simple, practical techniques  you can use to begin repairing connection and supporting each other. [These are not exhaustive or a replacement for professional help.] Healing relational ruptures post birth trauma is possible 🗣 1. Schedule Gentle Check-ins What it is:  Set aside 10–15 minutes regularly (daily or weekly) to ask each other, “How are you really...