14/10/2026
Supporting employees means recognising what may be happening outside of work, too.
Two weeks ago, our Clinic Founder and Principal Psychologist, Dr Emma Waddington, joined Emily Wheen for MumBud Safe Circle 2026, in collaboration with Women@Google and the Parents & Caregivers ERG. The conversation focused on postpartum mental health and how we can better support both parents through the transition to parenthood.
They spoke about sleep deprivation, isolation, and the mental load of caring for a newborn, and how hard it can be to admit you’re struggling when you’re used to being capable and in control.
Becoming a parent is a significant life transition, and its impact doesn’t stop when you log on for work. Support doesn’t have to be complicated. It can start with:
→ Making it easier to speak honestly
→ Knowing where to access professional help
→ Creating an environment where people don’t have to wait until they’re struggling to ask for support
And one point that often gets overlooked: the non-birthing parent needs support, too.
Thank you to Emily Wheen and the team at Google for making space for this conversation, and to everyone who joined us.
The more we recognise the realities of life beyond work, the better placed we are to support the people behind the roles they hold.