I hope this blog does not trigger you. But if it has please sit in a room on your own. Sit straight. Breath in deeply, through your nose and exhale with you mouth open. Continue until calm.
I found that I was asked questions, but as a check list, the environment I was asked, was not safe to give answers. For example, parents evening, not enough time or quiet space to answer...Health visitor not noticing that I was trying to tell her something but I was silenced by kids dad. Untrained in DA midwife, literally stated not DA, but that it was my poor mental health, I was overwhelmed, hormones, feeling lonely, despite me telling her I was scared and it had happened in previous pregnancy!
Professionals need to really listen and if they spot a Red Flag in a response, even if we deny DA, stop rushing and get to the real point. Sharon, you took the time to listen and actively help, that saves lives.
Thank-you. I don't know you or do I?
Yes, did Freedom program with you a couple of years ago. Admire you very much x
Thank you Sharon. You're such a beacon of hope.
I found that I was asked questions, but as a check list, the environment I was asked, was not safe to give answers. For example, parents evening, not enough time or quiet space to answer...Health visitor not noticing that I was trying to tell her something but I was silenced by kids dad. Untrained in DA midwife, literally stated not DA, but that it was my poor mental health, I was overwhelmed, hormones, feeling lonely, despite me telling her I was scared and it had happened in previous pregnancy!
Professionals need to really listen and if they spot a Red Flag in a response, even if we deny DA, stop rushing and get to the real point. Sharon, you took the time to listen and actively help, that saves lives.
Xx