Everyone expects you to be happy. You expected to be happy. Instead, you're white-knuckling every trip to the bathroom, refreshing your pregnancy app at 2am, and bracing for impact before anything has even gone wrong. This isn't anxiety overreacting. This is your nervous system doing exactly what it learned to do.

Pregnancy after loss can bring intense anxiety and fear. You thought you’d feel grateful. Instead, you’re bracing for something bad to happen. Learn why it happens, what’s normal, and how to cope—plus support options.

Research consistently shows that early parenthood is one of the most socially isolating times in our lives, particularly in the first year postpartum. Many LGBTQ adults spent years intentionally building affirming queer spaces and chosen family—places where identity didn’t need explanation and belonging felt effortless. Parenthood can disrupt access to those spaces, especially when schedules, priorities, or child-free environments no longer align.

When you’re navigating the tender seasons of trying to conceive, pregnancy loss, or being postpartum, you may find yourself wondering where to turn for support. You may already know that therapy can help—but choosing between individual vs group therapy can feel like another decision on an already full plate.

Support groups can be deeply healing—but they can also stir up complex emotions, especially for people who are navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy, or postpartum recovery. Instead of rejecting groups as a source of support, understanding why this happens can help you approach groups with more compassion for yourself and clarity about what to do when triggered.

If you’ve ever been in therapy, you know how valuable it can be to have a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges. Many people find that support groups add an extra layer of healing, connection, and insight that one-on-one therapy alone may not provide.

Joining a parent support group can not only alleviate feelings of isolation and shame, but also provide tools to navigate the ups and downs of parenting. Here, we’ll explore how these groups can strengthen your mental health and improve your overall well-being.