Community Posts, Tips & Support on Postpartum Care

If I ask my husband to stop doing something that’s bad for him so he don’t show our son bad habits . And instead of hearing and understanding he tells me not to tell him anything and leave him alone . Then will send me 100 text messages about how terrible me and my family is ( mom and brother) says the most vile sh...

Hi! Really looking for some advice. What can safely be prescribed to a breast feeding mother for panic attacks caused by postpartum anxiety ? My doctor is saying nothing and suggesting talk therapy which I just don’t have time for, she also said SSRIs are a no go. I’m confused because according to my research there ...

My toddler (17 months) just fell back and bounced onto my belly. Anyone else had experience of this? I’m worried about baby. I have no pain and it didn’t really hurt when my toddler fell on me.

Hi just looking for some advice no judgement as I’m going through a lot with my daughter atm. Just looking for some advice on how to help my daughter deal with her emotions. She is 8 but struggles to deal with them and lashes out I’ve had chats with her to try help with dealing and finding ways to cope with them but...

I’ve finally decided to break up with my bf of 3 years. Done with the bullshit. I’m ready to move on. Find someone else. I’ve been mentally detached for so long. But as I prepare to break up with him I’m noticing I’m getting depressed. Why I’m depressed about finally being free idk. Maybe I’m mourning the last 3 yea...

Are you guys getting them circumcised?? If you’ve had a boy before what’s the healing time average? Can the father go with him? How long will my little baby be away from me????

I was medicated before pregnancy for anxiety and depression. I came off of my medication when I got pregnant. I have been anxious on and off through the pregnancy due to difficult external situations and I’m worried what effects this may have on the baby due to raised cortisol levels etc. My health professionals kee...

Has anyone experienced these during pregnancy? Did they clear up after birth? Did they effect your section or recovery? Xxx

Currently 22weeks pregnant with my 5th baby and so emotional I recently experienced being in a car accident which has made my emotions worse just feeling silly and like I should just get on with things anyone else experiencing high emotions ?

my husband has become someone i don’t identify, recognize, or in whole honesty, respect or agree with as a human. when we met, things were very different, but after almost 3 years, two babies, major life stressors, cheating (his side) and chronic lying, i don’t believe there is any point of return. i have been abu...

So this morning my toddler decided to jump on my belly well I was laying down. Absolutely not his fault, He is just playing and i wasnt paying full attention. But my word did it hurt! It brought tears to my eyes but not sure if it's because it was that painful or if I'm worried about the baby. He jumped and it wa...

I remember losing my hair at about this stage with my first and it’s been falling out for about a month and half now this time but it’s still really bad. My hair is now so thin. Anyone else’s still falling out and has anyone found anything that helps.

Anyone else feeling a bit rubbish and down? I definitely have post partum anxiety, I feel OK when I'm with people but when I have days just me and baby, I want to just stay in and worry that's not productive. I feel quite claustrophobic, maybe because it feels like so much to do and prep to go out and I feel so sel...

Anyone else losing mass amounts of hair? This is just during one shower! Should I see a doctor?

So I was put on antidepressants 2 weeks ago because I'm really struggling with the death of my son, before trying antidepressants I tried healthy eating, going outdoors everyday, spending time with loved ones, exercising everyday, journalling and therapy. The antidepressanta are my last hope but now I can't orgasm, ...

I feel so messed up sometimes. I’m struggling to feel like a proper good person. Whatever bs childhood trauma may be , it is what it is, but I’m crying and begging God to help me be a better more sane and level-headed person for my little and myself. I don’t want to be my parents worst traits and children deserve...

My family has me stressing out on what to do after my baby is born and it seems like no matter what I say my family acts like I'm not able to make the decision on what I want to do after she is born.

Hey y’all! Has anyone underwent an amniocentesis that can give me feedback? Like, was it painful? My doctor said she uses local anesthesia and it’s painful the first 20 seconds of the needle. But I just want the feedback of someone who has gone through the procedure. Thanks!!!

I’m 1 year postpartum, still struggling with postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD. My daughter is sick so I’ve only been getting like 2 hours of sleep a night (and some naps during the day when my husband can watch her). Anyways hubby took her out with him and his friends so I can get some sleep. I feel so anxi...

Please tell me not to have sex 4wpp… I want to, but it’s bad…right? Vaginal birth, once I started pushing she popped out in 5 minutes and the B literally said “you’re showroom ready” no tears or anything. Still brown blood occasionally in my pads…