Hi all 

I will be holding a “Bun In The Oven” morning tea to raise funds for The Gidget Foundation, with details to be confirmed over the coming weeks. In the meantime please support my efforts by making a secure online donation on this page for The Gidget Foundation and leave a message of support.

I would also like to share my story. To stand in solidarity with all parents who have experienced or are experiencing perinatal depression or anxiety. You are not alone.

When my beautiful daughter Stevie was born I expected to settle into my role as a mum seamlessly, I thought I would feel overwhelmed with joy at finally having my baby girl in my arms after carrying her in my belly for so long.

As the days and weeks went on I kept waiting to feel that“deep down in my soul love” which mothers always seem to describe. But it just didn’t happen. Instead of all these beautiful, warm emotions, I waivered between feelings of absolute dread to feeling completely numb and disconnected from my surroundings.

I eventually spoke to My GP who diagnosed me with post-natal anxiety and depression. As confronting as it was, I remember feeling so relieved at the possibility for brighter days with my baby girl.

It was at this time that The Gidget Foundation supplied me with some amazing resources which helped me to understand my condition and feel less isolated.

Although it was a bumpy start, becoming a mother really has been the most amazing  blessing and I am so grateful for organisations such as The Gidget foundation for the support offered to parents when they really do need it most.