I gave birth 4 weeks ago and have been feeling lots of anxiety and panic attacks, just wondering how to let it in the hands of God. Experiences, advice?
2007-07-06 06:19:50 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
hey girl, don't listen to those who would have you turn your back on God. i went through the same issues that you are going through for about three years. i could not figure out how to let it go! it was a very bad time in my life but i finally figured out that i should just give it to God and that not doing so represented a lack of trust in him. we are all usually brought up to be self sufficient people and i know that i personally thought that i was useless to God unless i could take care of myself. this is a lie of the devil that kept me down for a long time! TRUST IN GOD! giving birth to your child also gives birth to doubt in yourself and your ability to be a great mom. just ask for His guidance with a true heart and a fervent need to hear His word. He will answer, but in this time of emotional and physical turmoil in your body, you must quiet your mind so that you can hear His "small, still voice" speaking to you.
you are gonna be fine, just TRUST HIM!!!
infinite love and gratitude!
2007-07-06 08:58:00 · answer #1 · answered by Sue 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Childbirth is an awe-inspiring experience. You are probably tired and overwhelmed from the experience, and still need much rest.
The fact that you are now responsible for another human being can cause anxiety or you may be going through some type of post-partum depression. You may want to talk to your doctor about this. He may prescribe Valium.
Just get some rest, relax and meditate on the Lord, and enjoy your blessed bundle of joy. The anxiety and panic attacks will soon pass. Hope you have someone who can help you while you recuperate.
Blessings.
2007-07-06 13:28:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First of all, congratulations on your new life!
You are dealing with a newborn and hormone imbalance. It's very normal to feel the way you do. I struggled after my kids were born more with depression then anxiety though.
Pray, ask God to comfort you and to lead you. When you feel a panic attack coming on, close your eyes and offer it up to him. Remember that no matter what is happening in your life, God is there and he loves you.
2007-07-06 13:29:09 · answer #3 · answered by Misty 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The birth of a child is both an exciting and life changing experience. You will need to surround yourself with some positive people to help you adapt to being a new mother. A good nurturing church can also help you and your baby. There are people who can counsel you to insure that you are receiving all that you will need. God will work through his servants to help you in this new journey in your life. Congratulations and may God bless you.
2007-07-06 13:34:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just give it all to God. and just pray that He will take care of everything for you. Take a potion of your day the just PRAY. God will always hear those in need. Whenever I get stressed out I play worship music and pray my hardest. God really comforts me when I need Him. And after I stop praying I always have a need to dance so I just dance for God and show Him how much I love Him. But if you need some more spiritual guidance, go to your local Christian church. Other Christians are always willing to help each other. I will pray for you. Good luck with the baby!
2007-07-06 13:33:14 · answer #5 · answered by nadia 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
After the birth of my 2nd child. . .I feel apart. Life was good, the baby was healthy and I was happy, but inside things were just off. I would just cry and cry and didn't even know what I was crying about. I went to my doc. There are so many hormonal changes that your body is going through right now. My doc put me on Zoloft to help balance the chemicals in my brain back out. It worked for me and I only had to take it a couple of months and had no side effects.
I am a Christian and I believe we can trust God to help us through difficult days. What you are going through is physical side effects of giving birth and God encourages us to use wisdom . . . .I encourage you to go to your doc. . .and I will keep you in my prayers.
2007-07-06 13:26:52 · answer #6 · answered by sparkles9 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Pray to God for the gifts of love and the gift of strength.
Also, ask the Blessed Mother to pray for you. She was a mother herself, and she was in very trying circumstances both before Jesus' birth and immediately after.
So, believe me, she can relate to what you're going through.
Asking Mary to pray for us is typically a "Catholic thing," but you can do it even if you're not Catholic. Again, as a fellow mother, she of all people in Heaven would know what you're going through.
Whenever I've asked her to pray for me, she's NEVER let me down. Not once!
Also, if you haven't done so already, seek medical help. It sounds like you may be going through some psychological condition -- perhaps postpartum depression.
There's help out there -- both here on earth, and up above in Heaven. Avail yourself to both!
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2007-07-06 13:25:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
To be anxious about the responsibility of a child isn't abnormal. If you don't know or understand what your anxious about, that is how you pray. Ask God to help you understand these feelings and seek counsel from a friend or relative that knows you and is experienced.
Isaiah 40:1 Fear not for I am with you, be not afraid for I am your God, I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
2007-07-06 13:47:46 · answer #8 · answered by foxray43 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Post Partum Depression and anxieties are fairly common.Talk to your doctor and get what medical or counseling help he or she recommends.
Talk to and pray with yoiur pastor and close friends. Talk to your husband and close family about how you feel and ask him/them to help you in caring for the baby.
Take the whole matter to God. Do the devotions that comfort you .Make sure you get your rest.
2007-07-06 13:28:13 · answer #9 · answered by James O 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
congrats on your new baby...
what you are experiencing is not abnormal especially if this your first child..
I was a bit anxious when I had my first child because I had no clue what to do with a baby.
it also takes hormones a bit to get back in order, you body is going through a lot right now...
Pray in earnest and God will help you get over this....
2007-07-06 13:27:56 · answer #10 · answered by karen_03625 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋