Frequently asked questions

Perinatal mental health covers the emotional wellbeing of parents during pregnancy and the first year after birth. Infant mental health focuses on a baby or young child's developing capacity to form relationships, regulate emotions, and explore the world — always understood in the context of their relationships with caregivers.

It depends on the work. Some sessions are just for you as a parent; others — especially attachment-focused work — involve your baby or young child directly, since so much happens in the relationship itself. We'll talk through what makes sense for your situation.

Often both, and that's the point. Infant and early childhood difficulties rarely exist in isolation — they're almost always understood best in the context of the parent-child relationship. We won't be "diagnosing" your baby; we'll be working together to support the relationship and your own wellbeing as a parent.

There's no fixed number. Some parents come for a handful of reflective consultations around a specific issue; others engage in longer-term work. We'll check in regularly about how things are progressing and what feels right.

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Yes — secure telehealth sessions are available for parents anywhere in Ireland, alongside in-person sessions in Dublin. [Confirm platform used, e.g., a GDPR-compliant video system.]

Yes. Sessions are confidential in line with professional and CORU regulatory standards, and data is handled in line with GDPR. The only exceptions are situations involving risk of serious harm, which we'll explain clearly at the outset.

That's completely normal, and exactly what the free 15-minute consultation is for. We'll talk through what's going on, and if Little Connections isn't the right fit, I'm happy to help point you toward other supports.

If you or your baby need urgent help, please call 999 or go to your nearest emergency department. You can also contact the Samaritans free, 24/7, on 116 123. Little Connections is not a crisis or emergency service.