I have read some things about postpardum depression. I don't think I have it , but some people have mentioned it to me. I always thought when a woman experiences this type of depression, she has thoughts of harming herself or her child. That is definately not me. I love my baby. She is only one month old, I also have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. I'm a little overwhelmed at times, but no more that what is to be expected. Could I just be a little hormonal? I am a little stressed out. I just feel like I'm not good enough to be a mom, and I hate the way I look period. There is nothing about myself that is attractive anymore. I feel like I have lost my femininity. Any advice or tips on how I can get over these feelings would be very helpful. Thanks.
2006-11-30 03:08:53 · 9 answers · asked by Littlemissy 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
The signs for this are very subtle sometimes and sometimes the biggest sign is just low self-esteem and low energy kinda the way you felt when you 1st got pregnant, they don't always have to be wanting to harm yourself or your children these are symptoms that occur over time if not treated! Good Luck and congratulations!!
2006-11-30 03:12:59 · answer #1 · answered by LesHug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you are feeling overwhelmed. A 5 year old, a toddler and an infant. Who wouldn't be overwhelmed? But not necessarily PPD. Are you home with the kids all the time? Maybe you could use an evening out where you can dress up, do your hair and have a good time. Most women in your situation feel unattractive. I felt like my body was no longer mine for years. Between demands from the kids and my husband i thought I would start screaming to leave me alone any minute. I got over it and so will you just don't forget to take time for yourself every now and then.
2006-11-30 03:18:27 · answer #2 · answered by PRS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PPD can come in many forms and we shouldn't be really diagnosing folks on Yahoo answers...
Any of the things you describe feeling just sound like new mom thoughts...moms need a chance to recharge creatively as well as well as get away for an hour or two sans kids...it can change your perspective entirely...
Try not to put a lot of pressure on yourself to bouce right back to the way you used to feel or look, it took nearly a year to have your baby, it takes a good long time to recover from that as well...
I can imagine that you might be a little stressed, with three children, two of them under the age of 2 (Gracious Sakes!)
I would suggest getting out for walks with the kids, meeting up with other moms at MacDonald's and let the older kids play in the play park while you sip coffee or tea...or trying to find a family resource centre in your area to see what they may have to offer...
You can also check some online support groups, try to get yourself into a really positive one that will make you feel better not drag you down...
If you continue to feel this way, maybe try seeing your doctor or a therapist for advice...
Isolation is the worst thing for any negative thoughts when you are a mom of young children...get yourself some righteous women friends or men, whatever, for a cool, positive support system...
Bear up, it does get better after awhile, I promise!
2006-11-30 03:38:53 · answer #3 · answered by nackawicbean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you have a touch of postpartum depression. It is not always wanting to harm the baby. I also have 3 children but mine are 8 years old 5 years old and 3 years old. I felt that way after my first child and my third. I never did anything about it but I wish I had. You should be having your 6 week postpartum check-up soon. Talk to your doctor. The feelings, for me, did get better but I think it would have happened sooner if I had gotten help. Good Luck. It will get easier.
2006-11-30 03:17:50 · answer #4 · answered by applecrisp 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm right up there with you. Really, the best advice I could give would be to visit your OB/GYN and let him/her know what's going on. This sounds like a hormone thing...as PPD is a hormone issue as well anyway. It could be mild PPD. I personally have found I feel best when I drink 12 oz of soy milk per day (chocolate tastes best). It also helps clear my skin. The secret about soy milk? Estrogen. So I know I need to get in to talk to my doc. Get your hormones and thyroid checked and good luck! Feel better soon.
2006-11-30 03:12:50 · answer #5 · answered by cathy_cmr 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I went through postpartum depression and no I didn't have thoughts of hurting myself or my baby. I was just overwhlemed, tired and cranky. My daughter's father lives in a different city so he commutes a lot and that was a main factor in my depression. I guess it was because I never knew if he was coming back. I got through it by taking some me time and just relaxing. I started enjoying my daughter and stopped stressing over her father. Also my mother helped out alot. Now I'm pregnant with my second child and I'm excited. It's gets better.
2006-11-30 03:14:15 · answer #6 · answered by *~*Jon-Jon's Mommy!!*~* 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could have mild ppd.
take some time for yourself every week. Get your hair done. Get some new clothes. Exercise if you aren't doing that now.
Have atleast a few minutes of "me" time a day where you can relax and do something just for you... read, take a bath etc.
2006-11-30 03:13:12 · answer #7 · answered by kristy-in-the-corner 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i wouldn't say PPD for sure but surely some sort of anxiety maybe. my OB put me on something at my 6 week check b/c of stress and anxiety that was safe for nursing mom. Make sure to mention it to her so you can get help if needed before it progresses.
2006-11-30 03:11:49 · answer #8 · answered by sixcannonballs 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
awww sorry. no post partum depression can just mean u r depressed too. no one is a perfect parent has long as you try harder and harder everyday you cant go wrong. I wish you luck and if you need to talk email me. muuaaaa
2006-11-30 03:11:29 · answer #9 · answered by bhbghgjbvmnbncvb 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋