You Know Your Child Best: Trusting Your Inner Wisdom as a Parent
At Nurture Geelong, we often say something simple, but powerful: you are the expert on your child.
In a world full of parenting books, podcasts, online advice, and well-meaning opinions from others, it can be easy to doubt ourselves. Especially in the perinatal period – when you're navigating pregnancy, birth, and the early years of parenting – there’s so much noise that it can drown out your own instincts.
But here’s the truth: no one knows your child the way you do.
You’ve Been Attuned From the Start
From the first flutters in pregnancy to those middle-of-the-night feeds, you've been developing a relationship with your child that is rich in intuition, connection, and care. You learn their cues, their rhythms, their needs – often before they can express them in words.
That attunement is incredibly valuable. It doesn’t come from textbooks. It comes from you.
Why This Matters in Mental Health and Development
As mental health professionals, we deeply respect the role of parents and caregivers in a child’s emotional world. When a parent says, “Something feels off,” or “I just know they’re not themselves,” — we listen. Because more often than not, you’re right.
Your insights are not just helpful — they’re essential.
You bring the context of your child’s temperament, history, environment, and family dynamics. This allows professionals like us to work with you, rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions that might not reflect your child’s unique needs.
When Doubt Creeps In
It’s normal to question yourself — especially during periods of sleep deprivation, stress, or when your child is going through a challenging phase.
Here are a few gentle reminders for those moments:
You don’t need to be perfect to be the best parent for your child.
It’s okay to ask for support and still be the expert. In fact, knowing when to reach out is a sign of strength.
Your presence, your love, and your efforts matter more than you think.
How We Support You at Nurture Geelong
Whether you’re experiencing perinatal anxiety, navigating a difficult birth recovery, or wondering how to support your child’s emotional development — we’re here to work alongside you, never above you.
Our role is to offer tools, insights, and therapeutic support, while always holding space for your unique perspective as a parent.
Together, we can support both your wellbeing and your confidence — because when parents feel empowered, children thrive.
You're not alone on this journey. And you don’t need to have all the answers — just the willingness to listen to your instincts, and the support to follow them.
If you’d like to speak to one of our perinatal or parenting professionals, get in touch at admin@nurturegeelong.com or explore our services