well i had a baby january 15 and every since then i've been depressed, but it has nothing to do with the baby. i'm so sad cause i'm not pregnant anymore, any time i see pictures from when i was pregnant i start to cry, or if i see another girl pregnant i cry. I was wondering if this is normal, this is my first baby so i don't know what to expect!
2007-02-05 08:26:49 · 15 answers · asked by Dacoda's mommy 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
a bit of depression can be normal, but if it gets worse, you need to talk to your OB. It's hard going from being pregnant to holding the baby instead. You're gonna miss it. Congrats on your new one though.
2007-02-05 08:30:33 · answer #1 · answered by punkin_eater26 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hang in there!
I, too, had a baby 10 months ago and was VERY depressed. I was crying constantly... I was so so so sad, and I didn't want to see any visitors. It got to the point that I was hearing/seeing things.
But I must admit, it does get better. The only thing that I can suggest, that really does help, is to someone arrange for someone else to take care of the baby during some nights. Sleep deprivation is tied to post-partum baby blues. If you get more sleep and relaxation, the hormones, and feeling overwhelmed/like life is over, will go away. i wish I would say that it goes away instantly, but it does slowly go away.
Just take one day at a time and remember, you baby is perfect. And you are his/her mommy and there is NOTHING that will ever change that.
2007-02-05 10:48:31 · answer #2 · answered by margarita408 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah. It's totally normal. Someone you were able to keep inside you, with you at all times, is no longer a part of you. It's almost like losing an arm or a leg, isn't it? I had the same feelings for a while after my son was born. It does go away, and it does get easier. As time goes on, your little one will start laughing and doing new things, and although you'll always remember pregnancy (yeah, even the things that sucked- remember the lower back pain? lol) you'll have even more fun with the little one outside of you. Just in case, though, go see a doctor or therapist (if you're not keen on taking antidepressants or other drugs, request something herbal or all-natural, or just ask for therapy only) and make sure you don't have postpartum depression. Good luck :)
2007-02-05 08:32:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything is normal...lol ...you're still hormonally wacko and if you're nursing...you will be for a while. Not to mention sleep deprivation does a job on your emotions too.
I totally know what you're talking about though. ..it doesn't make me sad enough to cry, but I totally miss being pregnant...it was wonderful and I plan on doing it again real soon.
Being pregnant is great...but just wait until you're little baby smiles at you!! Or the first time he/she laughs!! It's amazing. My little guy blows my mind everyday!! Everyday is a surprise. Everyday he does something new that sends me reeling!! As much as I enjoyed pregnancy and as much as I miss it...motherhood is the best drug ever...I'm hooked.
Just wait...they are little bundles of joy when they are that little but they are mind blowing when they get a little more interactive.
Trust me mamma, pregnancy was just an appetizer to the joys you will discover in motherhood. Right now you're a little sad, a lot tired, a little hormonal and alot confused...pretty soon, you'll be more rested and so completely head over heals for you little one...you'll never know you could love a perfect stranger so much...you'll still miss pregnancy...but the gifts of motherhood will make missing it...worth it.
2007-02-05 08:38:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went through the "baby blues." It is totally normal. If it continues or gets worse and you start having scary thoughts, then it has probably gone into post partum depression. That's when you need to seek some medical attention. Don't feel bad, this happens. It's the hormones, literally. Just get better and enjoy your precious baby.
2007-02-05 13:38:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is normal to have those feelings. But, to cry about it all the time might be a sign that you have some sort of post-partum depression. Please make sure you are eating right and try to get some sort of exercise in each day. If that is ok'd by your dr. of course. I know that may sound stupid right now, but believe me when you exercise it releases the "happy hormones". I would go over this with your dr. just to make sure your hormones are back to normal and you are ok. Just a simple bloodtest can help with that. Nothing to be ashamed of, just make sure you have family and help whenever you need it. Get better hon.
2007-02-05 08:34:24 · answer #6 · answered by Mum to 2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is normal. I was depressed for two months after I had my first one. I got so sad that I could not cry. It will probably go away in a few weeks.
2007-02-05 09:14:39 · answer #7 · answered by pennypincher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was like that when I had my daugther in September, I missed being pregnant, feeling her kick, and move inside. But it didn't cause me to get emotional about it, I definitly would speak to your doctor, many women fall into depressed states after baby comes, its normal but seek help before it gets worse.
2007-02-05 09:55:10 · answer #8 · answered by Proud Mother 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A baby is so much easier to care for inside your body than after it is born. You are not the only mom to ever go through this, please keep that in mind!!
You have the "Baby Blues"(postpardum) - you need talk to your OBGYN right away! Your Dr. might be able to give you an RX to balance your hormones.
2007-02-05 09:07:42 · answer #9 · answered by imspookysminx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should talk to a counselor. Feeling depression is normal but you need to get help so that you can take care of your baby properly.
2007-02-05 09:01:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋