This separation story is one of the saddest I have heard. The parents were unable to have any contact with their baby for five days - other than watching over a video. The mother has given me permission to share their journey. I tell this story because the outcome is that mum and baby are… Continue reading A client’s story of separation… and connection
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The complexities of touch
Early experiences of rough or insensitive handling, including by hospital or NICU staff after birth, can influence how physical contact is received late in life. While these memories are not usually conscious, clients with this history may dissociate or feel tense or like they want to run away or strike out when receiving touch. This… Continue reading The complexities of touch
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