“It’s been over a year… why don’t I feel like myself yet?”

If you’re a mum still feeling overwhelmed, low, or disconnected long after your baby’s first birthday, you’re not alone—and what you’re experiencing is more common than you might think.

I’m stilling healing 2.5years later.

Postnatal depression doesn’t follow a timeline.

It doesn’t always arrive in the early newborn days. For some women, it begins months—or even a year—after giving birth. And for many, it lingers quietly while they carry on with work, parenting, and daily life.

Mental Health and Motherhood: There Is No Expiry Date on Support

In my massage therapy practice for women in Warwickshire, I meet mothers who feel like they should be back to normal by now. But motherhood is a transformation, not a quick return to who you were. Hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, identity shifts, and invisible emotional labour can affect your mental health well beyond the first year postpartum.

Common signs you may still be struggling with postnatal depression include:

Low mood or mood swings.

Feeling numb or emotionally disconnected.

Persistent anxiety or overwhelm.

Irritability or guilt.

Physical tension and exhaustion that doesn’t ease with rest.

If this sounds familiar, please know:

You are not late to heal. You are right on time to receive care.

Massage Therapy as Emotional Support for Mums in Warwickshire

Massage isn’t just a luxury—it can be an important part of mental health and nervous system support for mums. At my women-only practice in Warwickshire, I offer massage therapy that honours the emotional load of motherhood, including:

Deep relaxation for anxiety and overwhelm.

Nervous system calming for those struggling with stress or burnout.

Hormone-balancing techniques to support postnatal recovery.

A safe, nurturing space where you don’t have to be “on”.

Many women find that regular therapeutic massage helps them reconnect with their bodies, feel grounded, and begin to release the emotional tension they’ve been carrying—sometimes for months or years.

You’re Not Alone, and It’s Never Too Late

Whether you’re one year or five years postpartum, your emotional wellbeing still matters.

You deserve to feel held, supported, and seen—not just as a mother, but as a woman navigating a life-changing chapter.

If you’re looking for gentle, holistic support for postnatal depression or emotional exhaustion in Warwickshire, I invite you to book a session or reach out for a chat. You don’t have to do this alone.