Mental health

They say that comparison is the thief of joy – and this can be especially true when you’re on a fertility journey. The impact that

Many of us find it difficult to open up to people about our emotions. Even if you are generally good at expressing your feelings, when

I was trying for a baby with my husband for three years.  At first we did the classic ‘trying but not trying.’ We tried that for 18 months. I pretended like it was still the early days and told myself it was normal for it to take this long. But I knew that I was stressed about it.

How do you help someone going through infertility? It’s a difficult question to answer. Obviously, there is no way to take away the pain someone

There are many theories regarding the link between fertility and stress. At Parla, we believe that physical and mental health are intrinsically linked. Even if

This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week was themed around body image. Wherever you are on your road to motherhood, every stage comes laced with complexities

Planning to have a baby is a major life transition, and can undoubtedly place pressure on your relationships. Unfortunately infertility can be a lonely, confusing

At Parla we believe in the power of yoga for mental health. It can help de-stress, clear your mind and take some time for yourself

Trying to have a baby is a major transition in any couple’s relationship, and it can undoubtedly place pressure on your relationship. Lots of couples report

‘Mindfulness’ is something we hear a lot about these days, and has become really popular over the last few years. With roots in Buddhism, mindfulness

We all know the famous Mean Girls quote “don’t have sex, because you will get pregnant and die.” And in fact, for most us, our

Femtech is a growing industry, and one in which female founders are often influenced by their own experiences. Lina Chan is no different. Her story