Just wanted to say thank you for all the kind answers and advice. I've finally asked for help. I was scared that I couldn't deal with the stress of being a single mum and post natal depression. Now I've arranged for a close friend to take my baby out for 2 hours at a time while I catch up with the housework & I can't even believe I let myself get so low before asking for help & support. Thank you. We're doing fine now.
2007-05-18 12:45:11 · 19 answers · asked by Milly 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
thank you, l just basically called a friend and said 'l need help' and she turned up and put him in the sling and just marched off with him! They walked around town and stopped for tea at a cafe and I got an hour of sleep and cleaned the house. It felt so good to get a break and have a clean home and some sleep :)
2007-05-18 13:05:03 · update #1
I'm hoping that you did more then just call a friend. Not to be rude but if your suffering from any kind of depression you need professional help and possibly meds. I've been there trust me, I also waited too long but glad I went period. I did read your other question and this is just what I gather. I'm glad your feeling better and got a break but think about what I said.
2007-05-18 13:34:08 · answer #1 · answered by KDB 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a tooth out last year & had an injection. I am really scared of the dentist,even for a check up! I can honestly say that the worst part was the injection & that was only for a couple of seconds. I didn't feel a thing & the tooth was out in no time.It was much easier than having a filling. The good thing was that I no longer had toothache. My daughter had to have 4 teeth out before having her brace fitted & she has a real phobia about the dentist. I contacted him & he prescribed a low dose sedative which she had to take an hour before her appointment & it really helped to relax her.She had no problems & is not so scared now. Maybe you should give your dentist a call on Monday to chat about your daughters worry.Good luck to your daughter,tell her it doesn't hurt & wil be over in no time. Maybe you could have a small treat ready for her when you get home. I hope you are not too worried either, its hard for the parent when their child is scared. let us know how everything goes,it will be fine.
2016-05-17 05:28:00 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Milly
I have just read the original question and the responses you received, and all I can say is well done! It takes a lot to admit you are struggling and you did exactly the right thing in speaking to someone.
What you are going through is not uncommon. Reading how you felt brought a tear to my eye as I have seen the same personally. You have been very brave and I applaud you, I think you will make a great mum to your daughter. If you need any help or advice don't be worried to ask for it.
Good luck......not that I think you will need it.
2007-05-18 13:16:11 · answer #3 · answered by David H 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I missed your original question, but just read it. I'm so glad you got help! And I'm glad you've got a friend who can help you out. Don't think for one minute about how low you let yourself get - PPD does that, it makes you terrified of admitting you need help.
I'm a single mom too, and had PPD. If you need someone to chat with, feel free to email me.
2007-05-18 12:53:37 · answer #4 · answered by melanie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I missed out on your other posting... I'm really glad that you asked for help. I suffered from a very severe case of postpartum depression after my now almost 5 year old daughter was born, and I'm a huge advocate for women who are going through PPD. I feel for you, I really do.
I ended up requiring medications to help me through the PPD, and as much as I didn't want to admit it, it did help. If you find that you need something as well, please don't be embarrassed or ashamed of it.
I wish you all the best, and please, continue taking care of yourself. Your baby needs you. :)
2007-05-18 12:58:04 · answer #5 · answered by AV 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well done it takes a lot to admit you need help being a single mother is hard theres not enough hours in the day...
try getting a routine going it helped me
well done and good luck in the future
2007-05-18 12:55:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Thats fantastic, well done for getting the help it musthave taken a lot of courage for u to do so. Good luck for the future, i hope everything turns out perfectly for you.
2007-05-18 12:49:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
that is good you asked for help!! Every mother needs help and when you are a single mother you have is harder cuz you are raising a child by yourself.Glad to hear you asked for help.Don't be scared to do that.It helps you and the baby
2007-05-18 13:16:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats wonderful. It sounds like your a great mom to ask for help when you know you needed it! I hope your luck is this good in the future also!
GOD BLESS!!
2007-05-18 12:52:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations! It's usually so depressing on here!
:D Good to hear you are doing well.
2007-05-19 04:26:50 · answer #10 · answered by gymnastics~is~life 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋