Unsure how to transition from person to parent?

Written by: Dianne Edmonds Posted on 01 May 2014 0


 

“All the frozen casseroles in the world can’t prepare you for the emotional roller coaster that comes with a new baby. However, Dr Melanie Strang can guide you through this maze of ‘mother feelings’ with empathy, understanding and simple practical strategies.

Mother Love should be on every new mother’s coffee table, for reassurance that  she is not alone , that she is a ‘good enough’ mother and, with the right support, she can enjoy this precious and exciting time with confidence. “

Pinky McKay, Lactation Consultant and Baby Care Author

 
When did you stop being a person and start being a parent?

Mother Love, written by Dr Melanie Strang, sets itself apart from the plethora of parenting books available on the shelves by taking a unique view of parenting.

Dr Strang doesn’t talk about breastfeeding, parenting rules or baby care; rather she highlights the neglected transition from ‘person’ to ‘parent’. Mother Love is about the emotional journey for parents, letting go of their old selves. The individual who could go on holidays and see a movie with friends at the last minute learns how to welcome their new role as ‘parent’ with confidence and strength.

Gathering experiences from parents around Australia and facts from medical professionals, Mother Love gets real about what it means to become a parent and normalises those fears and expectations.

“It’s not about being the best mum, baking the best cupcakes in the best kitchen, and having the best playroom with the best toys and the most energy to play with them. No-one can sustain such a picture.”

Taking the romance out of parenthood, Dr Strang explains how parents are often blind-sighted by the complete life change that comes with a newborn.

But all hope is not lost! This book focuses on the easy and practical ways to deal with daily challenges that may arise promoting parent happiness and wellness during this exciting and inspirational time of your life.

As a medical practitioner and mother of two with over 12 years of experience in mental health, wellbeing, counselling and education, Melanie is passionate about preparing parents through this time and has established her own educational and counselling program, Well Mum Well Baby (http://www.wellmumwellbaby.net.au)

Dr Strang is a Member of the Australian Counselling Association (M.A.C.A) and a Member of PANDA (Post and Antenatal Depression Association). 
 

To read more by Dr Strang  see our article Managing the Expectations of Motherhood.

Comments
Tayla Renard 17/06/2017 1:38:38 PM Very nice useful blog! I agree that "Mother Love should be on every new mother’s coffee table, for reassurance that she is not alone , that she is a ‘good enough’ mother and, with the right support, she can enjoy this precious and exciting time with confidence." Thanks for sharing us.
 
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