New Parent Support Group.

For mothers or birthing parents experiencing depression or anxiety.

You don’t have to go through it alone.

We all know that having a baby can be a joyful experience. But it isn’t always. Sometimes it’s overwhelming, sometimes it’s scary, and sometimes we miss the person we were before.

This group is for new mothers or birthing parents who want to talk about the more difficult feelings that can come with having a baby.

Talk with people who get it. Feel less alone. Connecting with a group can help you to feel better.

Get in touch for more information

The details.

  • Meet in person once a week

  • Location: Beetle & Bear Child Youth & Family Therapy Network (1822 Danforth Ave, near Coxwell subway station)

  • 4-7 group members

  • Babies welcome

  • There will be coffee, tea, and refreshments

  • The group will be led by Shannon Deacon, MSW, RSW

  • Discuss topics such as:

    • the emotional experience of having a baby

    • feeling connected to the baby (it doesn’t always happen right away!)

    • taboo thoughts and feelings about motherhood/ parenthood

    • feelings of anger towards your partner and/or your children, yourself and others

    • maintaining closeness with your partner

    • early experiences of being mothered and how these experiences influence feelings about being a mother/parent yourself

  • $180 for six weeks, with a receipt claimable for insurance cover