In the US and globally, one in five women has a history of childhood maltreatment (physical, sexual, emotional abuse and/or neglect).
“Survivor Moms’ Companion is a psychoeducational program designed to help women with a history of childhood maltreatment and other trauma break the cycles of abuse and psychiatric vulnerability in their lives and the lives of the newly born”. Survivors Mom Companion
The Survivor Moms’ Companion (SMC) course explains how past trauma can come up during pregnancy, birth and parenting. It teaches skills to manage that. Tutors can give emotional support too. One in 5 pregnant women has had childhood trauma. Sometimes memories, feelings or concerns about past abuse or neglect can affect moms during this important time.
The question is, “Is it right for you?”
Click the link below to learn more. Is SMC Right For You? (Opens into a PDF)
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