It's all incredibly exciting, finally having met your baby after all these months of pregnancy and knowing that you can get him home to start your new life as a family. But that's the thing, isn't it? You suddenly realise taking your baby home means you're responsible for absolutely everything to do with that tiny newborn, and it can be a scary and overwhelming situation.
These new-mom fears are all part and parcel of having a baby. “It's a normal reaction to be nervous when presented with a new situation. Being a parent for the first time can be nerveracking and intimidating. You don't want to make mistakes, and that can cause a lot of anxiety,” explains Joburg-based registered counsellor Emma Shabangu. The best way to face these fears, she
