Infant & Perinatal Mental Health Support in Sydney and the Hills District
At Dolphin Tribe, we understand that welcoming a baby is one of life’s most profound experiences, full of love, change, and challenges. Our specialised Infant & Perinatal Mental Health services in the Hills District and Sydney are designed to support parents and babies through every stage of this journey.
Understanding Infant & Perinatal Mental Health
The perinatal period, from conception to 12 months after birth, can bring significant emotional and psychological changes. Perinatal mental health refers to a parent’s emotional and psychological well-being from conception through the first year after birth.
Understanding both parent and infant well-being helps foster strong family bonds and healthy development.
Common Mental Health Challenges for Parents
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Perinatal anxiety or depression
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Postnatal adjustment or overwhelm
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Relationship and attachment difficulties
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More complex mental health conditions, such as bipolar disorder or psychosis
Learn more about Perinatal Psychiatry.
Infant mental health, on the other hand, focuses on a baby’s emotional and social development from birth to age four. It encompasses how children form secure attachments, regulate emotions, and explore their world with confidence.
Because parent and infant well-being are deeply connected, nurturing both together is key to healthy development and family harmony.
Infant mental health
Infant mental health focuses on a child’s social and emotional growth from birth to age four. It encompasses how children form secure attachments, regulate emotions, and explore their world with confidence.
Because parent and infant wellbeing are deeply connected, nurturing both together is key to healthy development and family harmony.
Our Approach to Care
We integrate psychiatry, psychotherapy, and family-centred interventions to nurture both parent and infant well-being.
Our approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your family’s needs.
Holistic Family Focus
We view the family as a whole system — addressing emotional, relational, and developmental factors together.
Attachment & Bonding Therapy
Strengthening the emotional connection between parents and babies builds trust, security, and resilience.
Tailored Support for Every Stage
Whether you are expecting, newly postpartum, or caring for a toddler, we provide guidance and therapy suited to each stage of early parenthood.
How We Can Help
Our specialist, Dr. Sangeetha Makielan, Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist, provides expert assessment and treatment for:
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Mental health concerns during pregnancy and the postpartum period
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Parent–infant bonding and attachment issues
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Emotional or behavioural concerns in early childhood
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Guidance and therapeutic support for new parents
We use evidence-based approaches delivered with compassion and respect, supporting you in building confidence, connection, and calm during this critical stage of family life.
Why Choose Dolphin Tribe
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Experienced, trauma-informed practitioners
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Collaborative, family-centred approach
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Convenient locations in the Hills District and Sydney CBD (via our associated clinic, Blue Fig Clinic)
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Warm, supportive environment designed for families
Book an Appointment or Contact Us
Take the first step toward better emotional well-being for you and your baby.
If you’re looking for infant and perinatal mental health support in Sydney or the Hills District, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today at reception@dolphintribe.com.au or request an appointment below.
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