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Scenario

How to handle violent thoughts toward your baby

I keep having dreams about hitting my newborn when she cries and I would never actually do it but the thoughts scare me enough that I called my doctor.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Intrusive thoughts about harming children can signal either mental health needs or inherited trauma responses.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Violence in families — understanding and breaking cycles?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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