Cradle Psychology

Cradle Psychology Parent and child clinical psychology support

25/04/2026

A simple tip if you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected in your parenting! We love this one and use it all the time ourselves. Based on the Acceptance and Commitment model which considers the importance of clarifying and living in line with our core values across different domains of our life.

20/04/2026

We’ve just been having a conversation with about how becoming a parent can crack you open in ways no one fully prepares you for! Thanks Mary-Rose for inspiring this post.

We talk a lot about the baby being born, but not enough about the mother being born too. Matrescence is a huge shift physically, hormonally, emotionally, mentally. It changes how you feel, how you cope, how you see yourself and the world around you.

And the same is true for dads. Patrescence matters too. Both people in a relationship can be moving through a massive identity shift at the same time, often in very different ways.

We give teenagers so much grace during adolescence. Parents deserve that same compassion during this season too.

This is why these conversations matter so much in relationships. Not just “how is the baby sleeping?” but “what is this transition actually like for you?”

If this season feels bigger than you expected, that makes sense to us!

16/04/2026

Lucy Johnstone is a UK based psychologist who considers the crucial role of different forms of power in affecting a person’s life.

We often consider that in relation to parenting and how power operates in our parenting experiences from the earliest possible point.

Sometimes that operation of power can feel largely unnoticeable, while other times it can feel stark and perhaps imbalanced.

Reflecting on how power operates in our lives can support self-compassion and awareness.

If you are new or expectant parent please join us on 21st May for this important workshop!Mums, dads, and other family m...
14/04/2026

If you are new or expectant parent please join us on 21st May for this important workshop!
Mums, dads, and other family members all welcome.

It can be so difficult sometimes to stay present with our children in their worries and fears, especially when those wor...
12/04/2026

It can be so difficult sometimes to stay present with our children in their worries and fears, especially when those worries and fears have potential to interact with our own worries and fears. This is not a fault or a failing; it is a human relationship in action.
We can practice noticing, naming, and gently shifting how we attend to day to day experiences and interactions in really simple but powerful ways, just like in the above interaction.

09/04/2026

The transition to parenthood is likely to be the biggest physical, emotional, relational and general life shift that a person will go through. New parents are encouraged to access antenatal courses to prepare for the physical aspects of pregnancy, labour and delivery, caring for a newborn. However, there has historically been less of a focus on the psychological preparation needed to become a parent. We know from decades of clinical research, that all new parents go through a monumental emotional transition during this period. We also know that many new parents will experience a certain degree of psychological distress. We know how important it is to educate and prepare new parents so they are equipped and ready to manage this incredible, yet all-consuming journey.

We have developed psychoeducational content formed on evidence-based strategies in clinical psychology. During our workshop, we will share our knowledge to give you the best possible start to your parenting journey. This workshop is for expectant parents and both mothers and fathers are very welcome to attend, as well as other birth partners or people who will be an important part of your pregnancy and postnatal journey.

What does this look like?

This online workshop will be delivered live via Zoom by two senior clinical psychologists and will last for 60 minutes, with time for questions after. The workshop is focused on developing an understanding of psychological processes during this time.

Topics:

Understanding the transition to parenthood (including Matrescence)
Brain/body communication
Co-regulation for parents and babies
Familiarising yourself with and responding to your stress responses
Supporting your relationships
Attachment and attunement with baby
PDF access to course materials

Book your spot via the link in our bio for €10!

06/04/2026

If you ever finding engaging in play a little bit challenging or tedious, consider this very simple tip!

05/03/2026

A World Book Day message for our more sensitive parents and children ❤️

25/02/2026

Our instinct as adults is to say what we don’t want.

“Don’t run.”
“Don’t shout.”
“Don’t colour on the walls.”

But young children’s brains are still developing.
When we focus on the “don’t,” we sometimes forget they may not yet have a clear internal blueprint for what to do instead.

Some examples:

Instead of:
Don’t colour on the walls.
Try: We colour on the paper.

Instead of:
Don’t run.
Try: Walking feet.

You’re giving their brain something concrete to move towards.

You won’t catch it every time — you’re human.
But when you do, that is great new learning for your child!

19/02/2026

This is not an easy one to find an answer for, but it is something that we will always prioritise supporting parents around. Can you relate to the feeling of walking on eggshells as you navigate your child’s emotional world?

10/02/2026

How do patterns show up for you?

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