Tay Wellbeing Women & Family Services

19/09/2025

Managing Emotions During Your Period 🌺

Hormones don’t just affect your body - they impact your mood, energy, and emotions too. If you find yourself feeling more anxious, irritable, or teary around your period - you’re not alone. 💛

Here are 5 simple, science-backed tips to help you feel more emotionally balanced during your cycle:

🧘‍♀️ 1. Track your cycle:
Understanding when emotional shifts happen gives you back a sense of control. Track your cycle to spot patterns in mood changes.

🥦 2. Fuel your body:
Stable blood sugar helps with stable mood. Think slow-release carbs, protein, leafy greens, and magnesium-rich foods like dark chocolate & nuts.

😴 3. Prioritise rest:
You’re not lazy — your body is doing a lot. Give yourself permission to slow down, nap, or say no without guilt.

🖊️ 4. Express yourself:
Journaling, voice notes, or talking to someone you trust can help process intense feelings. Emotional release is healthy, not dramatic.

🌿 5. Support your nervous system:
Try breathwork, herbal teas (like chamomile or raspberry leaf), or grounding practices when emotions feel overwhelming.

✨ Remember: Emotional sensitivity isn’t weakness - Your body is speaking. listen with kindness.

💬 What’s one thing that helps you stay emotionally grounded during your cycle? Let’s share and support each other. 💕

🔗Check out more about how we can help with hormonal health here: https://shorturl.at/dHfDo

💌Any questions? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk

17/09/2025

✨Something New Is Coming✨

Keep your eyes peeled... something new is coming to Tay Wellbeing and we are so excited to share it with you all.

We are committed to expanding and diversifying on how we can support women and families.

Our current services include:

✨Menopause & Hormonal Health
✨Psychological Therapy
✨Weight Management
✨Lifestyle Medicine & Coaching
✨Reflexology
✨Parenting Support

Can you guess what's coming next? Watch this space for more info. 👋🏼

You can find out more about our current services here: https://shorturl.at/9rqpw

💌Any questions? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk

15/09/2025

Pregnancy strengthens traits required for strong leadership roles in the workplace!💡

🚫 Myth: Pregnancy makes women less suitable for promotions or leadership roles.

✅ Truth: Pregnancy can enhance leadership qualities - It does not diminish them.

🧠 Backed by science: A landmark neuroscience study (Hoekzema et al., 2017) showed that pregnancy leads to lasting structural brain changes that sharpen skills vital for leadership and decision-making.

During pregnancy, the brain undergoes remarkable changes that enhance empathy, social reasoning and long-term relational planning, which are vital traits for successful leaders.

It’s time to challenge outdated beliefs and recognise the incredible strength and insight pregnancy can bring to the workplace.🤍

🤍Give us a follow on our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for more empowering education on women's health.

👋🏼Visit us at www.taywellbeing.co.uk to learn more about us.

12/09/2025

💭Fresh Findings Friday💭

Choosing the right psychologist isn’t just about credentials - it’s about connection. 🤍

Before scheduling your first session, ask (and feel empowered to ask!) questions like:

✨“What’s your training and background?”
✨"What treatment do you think might help me?"
✨"What are the pro's and con's of the treatment options?"
✨“How do you tailor your approach, and what does progress look like?”
✨“How much will it cost?”
✨"What steps do I take if it doesn't help?"

Asking these questions helps ensure you feel heard, supported, and safe right from the initial consultation. You will gain a sense of wether the professional is the right fit for you, which is a key component in positive outcomes (Harvard Health, 2024).

🔗You can check out our team of experts, their backgrounds and credentials here: https://shorturl.at/MxvKd

💌Any questions? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, we would love to hear from you!

10/09/2025

🎗️World Su***de Prevention Day🎗️

Today, we pause to honour those we’ve lost and those who are struggling. At Tay Wellbeing, we are dedicated to supporting emotional wellbeing - through compassion, community, and connection.

We know that emotional pain can feel isolating, heavy, and invisible. Whether you're a woman navigating overwhelm, a parent carrying silent struggles, or someone feeling like it's all too much — we want you to know:

You are seen. You are needed. Help is available.

💛 You don’t have to carry this alone.
💛 Speaking up is an act of courage, not weakness.
💛 Healing is possible, and there is no shame in seeking support.

Let’s continue to break the stigma around mental health and create spaces where people feel safe to be honest, vulnerable, and supported, without judgement.

🤍If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out.

📞 Scotland-based Helplines:

🧡Samaritans (24/7): 116 123
🧡Breathing Space (6pm–2am weekdays, 24hrs weekends): 0800 83 85 87
🧡NHS 24 (Mental Health Hub – 24/7): Call 111
🧡Shout (Text support – 24/7): Text SHOUT to 85258

🔗Find out more about how we can support you, or your loved ones through hard times by visiting us at www.taywellbeing.co.uk.

💌Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, we're here to support you to access the most appropriate support and we'll help match you with the professional that will be best placed to help you.

🎗

08/09/2025

🚫 “Online therapy isn’t as effective as in-person therapy.”

Let’s separate fact from fiction. ⬇️

💡Research show’s that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional face-to-face sessions for many mental health concerns, including:

•Anxiety
•Depression
•Stress management
•Relationship challenges
•Trauma and PTSD

So why is online therapy just as effective? Here are the key benefits:

🤍Accessibility & Convenience
You can connect with your psychologist from anywhere, making it easier to attend sessions consistently, which is one of the biggest predictors of progress in therapy.

🤍Comfort in Your Own Space
Many people feel more relaxed opening up when they’re in a familiar environment. That sense of comfort can help you be more honest, vulnerable, and engaged in the sessions.

🤍Flexibility
Online sessions give you options that fit into your lifestyle - whether that’s during a lunch break, after work, or during your child’s school hours.

🤍Evidence-Based Support
Online psychologists use the same proven techniques as in-person therapy: CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, and more. The science and training are the same.

🤍Choice
With online therapy, you often have access to a wider range of psychologists. You can check out our range of skilled psychologists here, offering online & face-to-face sessions: https://shorturl.at/8KkCc

✨ Bottom line: Online therapy isn’t less effective than in-person therapy, It’s a flexible, effective, and empowering way to take care of your mental wellbeing. It’s not about the location, it’s about finding the right professional for you.

🔗Any questions? You can find out more about our services by visiting us at www.wellbeing.co.uk, or emailing us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk

07/09/2025

✨Event Reminder: Hypnobirthing group course.✨

Location: Tay Wellbeing, 30 Whitehall St, Dundee, DD1 4AF.
Time: 27th-28th September, 9am-1pm
Book here: https://shorturl.at/OwwAr

Book today to secure your space! We can’t wait to meet you.🤍

💌Any questions? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, we would love to hear from you! You can check out more about us at www.wellbeing.co.uk

✨Join us for our next full Hypnobirthing group course✨

Hypnobirthing is a complete birth preparation course providing you with tools to use during labour and birth to help you alleviate fear and challenge negative expectations. It gives you an in depth understanding of what happens during you baby's birth, birth physiology, and the labour process. You will understand the options available to you and ways of making the best decisions for you and your baby.

Location: Tay Wellbeing, 30 Whitehall St, Dundee, DD1 4AF.
Time: 27th-28th September, 9am-1pm
Cost: £225
Book here: https://shorturl.at/OwwAr

💭What To Expect

✨Day 1
•Introduction to Hypnobirthing
•What is Hypnobirthing?
•The psychology of birth - Mind body connection and the fear tension pain cycle
•Hypnobirthing tools - Hypnosis, relaxation, breathing techniques, anchors, affirmations, visualisation
•Preparing your body for birth

✨Day 2
•The birth process
•Physiology of birth
•Birth positions
•Birth interventions
•Your rights in pregnancy and birth
•Birth options
•The role of the birth partner
•Writing a birth plan

Book today to secure your space! We can’t wait to meet you.🤍

💌Any questions? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, we would love to hear from you!

05/09/2025

🌿 Fresh Findings Friday: National Wellbeing Week 🌿

Deloitte’s Women @ Work 2024 report sends a clear message: Progress on women’s wellbeing at work is stalling.

📈 50% of women report rising stress levels, with a key contributor being the inability to disconnect from work.

🏠 Caregiving responsibilities continue to affect wellbeing- and many employers aren't doing enough to support work-life balance.

🩺 Women’s health needs, from fertility to menopause, often go unspoken, with many feeling unable to seek help in the workplace or take time off.

💡 It's time to reshape workplace culture. Employers should be prioritising mental health, flexibility, inclusion, and overall employee wellbeing.

Let’s build environments where women can truly thrive. 🌸

🔗 Learn more about how we support women’s wellbeing: www.taywellbeing.co.uk

03/09/2025

✨Let's shine a light on women-specific health issues and how employers can create a supportive workplace culture that motivates employees.✨

Women often navigate unique challenges that impact their physical, emotional, and mental health, from period pain and hormonal fluctuations to the demands of motherhood or perimenopause. These can affect focus, energy, and overall productivity, but with a supportive workplace culture, they don't have to be barriers.

💡Here’s how forward-thinking workplaces can be part of the change:

🔄Flexible Policies: Offer period leave, flexible hours, or remote work options to accommodate cycles and symptoms.

🧠Education & Awareness: Host workshops and provide resources on women's health topics to reduce stigma and foster understanding among all employees.

💟Supportive Resources: Provide access to holistic services like mindfulness sessions, counseling and links to community resources. Partner with experts (like us!) to bring useful tools and resources to your employees.

🫱🏾‍🫲🏽Inclusive Environments: Create quiet spaces for rest, arrange your space to reduce strain and tension, and promote open conversations about women's health related issues without judgment.

By placing importance on women's health inclusivity, employers not only boost motivation and dedication but contribute to national wellbeing.🤍

💌Are you ready to support your inclusive workplace culture, and cater for the unique health needs of the women on your team? Email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, to find out more.

👋🏼Visit us over at taywellbeing.co.uk

01/09/2025

💭This week we are focusing on National Wellbeing Week: Focusing on the theme ‘Supporting Workplace Culture’.

One of the biggest myths surrounding workplace wellbeing is that it requires too much time, space and money.. Here's some easy tips to implement for employers looking to improve workplace culture. ⬇️

✨Recognise your employees feats to boost motivation.

✨Foster Building Connections: Collaborating, social activities & team building activities etc.

✨Address Wellbeing: Keep open lines of communications, or an 'open door' policy.

✨Promote a Work-Life Balance: Encourage regular breaks, offer flexibility where possible and setting healthy boundaries.

Company culture plays a vital role in employee wellbeing, fostering a culture that values employees and ensures wellbeing is not just an after thought, leads to more productive and dedicated workers.

👋🏼Check us out at www.taywellbeing.co.uk.

29/08/2025

💡This week's Fresh Finding Fridays, we're diving into a key academic insight from the Encyclopedia of Social Work (Jungari., 2024).

A comprehensive study highlights that maternal mental health challenges, such as perinatal stress and postnatal anxiety, affect 10-35% of women globally. These challenges are influenced by a complex interplay of personal (e.g. stress coping strategies), reproductive (e.g. birth experiences), and community-focused factors (e.g. support systems).

❕Critically, untreated maternal mental health issues can impact not only a mother’s wellbeing but also her child’s cognitive and emotional development.

The research underscores the importance of integrating mental health support into routine maternal care, advocating for strategies like mindfulness, nutritional guidance, and community-based interventions to empower and protect women at this vulnerable time in life. This evidence-based approach can transform outcomes for both mothers and their families.

💭Takeaway: Prioritising maternal mental health is vital for thriving families.

Want to find out more about the holistic approaches we use to help women and families thrive? Check us out here! https://shorturl.at/4homj

💌Any questions? Email us at enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk, we would love to hear from you.

27/08/2025

Did you know maternal mental health conditions affect 1 in 5 women?💚

Maternal mental health conditions may be a result of a combination of physical, emotional and social factors, each with their own unique set of challenges. Some of the main maternal mental health conditions you may be familiar with are:

•Postnatal Depression (PND)
•Depression During Pregnancy
•Anxiety
•Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
•Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
•Eating Disorder
•Postpartum Psychosis
•Tokophobia (Fear of giving birth)

‼️Recognising maternal mental health warning signs is crucial for seeking timely help to ensure the well-being of both the parent and child. Some key warning signs to watch out for include:

•Persistent Low Mood
•Extreme Fatigue
•Sleep & Appetite Changes
•Difficulty Bonding With Baby
•Overwhelming Anxiety
•Loss Of Enjoyment
•Social Withdrawal

❤️‍🩹You are not alone in your struggle, and you don't have to go through the trenches alone. Find out more information on signs & symptoms, perinatal mental illnesses, treatment options and support available by visiting maternalmentalhealthalliance.org.

🔗Want to know how we can help you? Check us out at www.taywellbeing.co.uk, or email us on enquiries@taywellbeing.co.uk with any questions.