Many mothers feel low, anxious or overwhelmed after having a baby.
When it lasts beyond the first couple of weeks, it may be postpartum depression. Ayesha Siddique offers supportive counselling for new mothers in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and online, alongside care from your doctor.
How counselling helps with postpartum depression
Counselling gives you a safe space to talk without judgement, practical ways to cope and support to ask for help at home.
- Talking openly about feelings after birth
- Managing anxiety and intrusive worries
- Rest, routine and sharing the load at home
- Communication with your spouse and family
- Building confidence as a mother
Related support: Women’s mental health, Depression, Family counselling.
When to seek help for postpartum depression
Signs it may be time to talk to someone
- Low mood, crying or hopelessness lasting more than two weeks after birth
- Feeling disconnected from your baby
- Constant worry about the baby’s health or your ability to cope
- Exhaustion beyond normal newborn tiredness
- Guilt or feeling like a bad mother
- Pressure from family expectations
Postpartum depression can need medical treatment. Please also speak to your gynaecologist or a psychiatrist. Ayesha will refer you where needed and can offer counselling alongside.
Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online across Pakistan and worldwide, in Urdu or English.
If you are in immediate danger or thinking of harming yourself, go to your nearest hospital emergency department or call 1122. Counselling is not an emergency service.
Frequently asked questions
Is it just the 'baby blues'?
Baby blues usually ease within two weeks. Symptoms that last longer or are severe deserve professional support.
Can I attend online with my baby at home?
Yes. Online sessions are often the easiest option for new mothers.
Can my husband join a session?
Yes. Joint sessions can help partners understand what you’re going through and share the load.
What happens in the first session?
The first session focuses on understanding your concerns and agreeing on clear goals. You can ask questions and decide whether counselling feels right for you.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions are PKR XXXX. Contact us for current fees for in-person and online sessions.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share stays private. The only exception is if there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else’s, which Ayesha will explain in your first session.
