When fear won't let go

An article for parents with anxiety or trauma
"I knew the baby was sleeping. But my body thought something was wrong – all the time."

You are not alone – and you are not weak.

Becoming a parent can bring up old wounds or trigger new reactions. Maybe you had a difficult birth. Maybe you've felt panic, guilt, or memories of past trauma. Or maybe you just never feel completely safe, no matter how hard you try.
It's more common than you think.
Studies show that 15–20% of new mothers and fathers experience symptoms of anxiety after childbirth. For some, it is about health anxiety related to the child. For others, it is about their own reactions – heart palpitations, insomnia, inner turmoil. Many do not dare to say it out loud, because they think it is abnormal not to enjoy the baby time.

When the brain is always on alert

Anxiety is not about overreacting. It is about a nervous system that is on high alert – often completely unconsciously. It is not your fault. It is your body trying to protect you and your baby.
But it's exhausting.
And it can get in the way of everything you want to give your child: presence, calm and security.

You don't have to be a supervisor and a parent at the same time.

Part of having a baby is learning to listen. But for those of you who are anxious, it can be too much listening. You interpret every little gasp. You wake up many times an hour. You can't let go – even when you know everything is okay.
This is where technology can help.
BabySensor is designed for parents who know this anxiety. It measures heart rate, oxygen and skin temperature and notifies you if anything changes – so you don’t have to keep checking. Many parents describe it as a feeling of someone watching over them.
"It wasn't until we got BabySensor that I slept for more than an hour straight." – Dad with anxiety, Oslo

Security is not a luxury – it is necessary

You need security to be able to provide security. That doesn't mean everything has to be perfect, or that anxiety will disappear overnight. But it does mean you deserve support – from people, professionals, and technology.
BabySensor is not just a product. It is a tool for parents who know the 'what if' and who need something that says 'everything is as it should be'.
With that little extra layer of security, you can start to breathe deeper. Be more present. Feel like you can do it – even with the turmoil in your baggage.
BabySensor measures what matters – and gives you the peace of mind to be the parent you want to be.
→ Read more about how BabySensor works – or try it risk-free for 30 days.