Lost myself
Anyone feel like they lost themselves after having a baby? I don’t want to go out, it’s not as fun, I use to drink like a fish in the sea.. I don’t drink anymore besides wine from time to time, I always had my nails and hair done, I’m literally a bum all day ever day now. Nothing seems fun anymore cause before I was pregnant I lived so reckless and free and fun. Now that Ive had a baby at 35yo life isn’t so enjoyable cause I know if I do step out, I have to come home and mom. So I typically just find joy in shopping for the house or shopping for my lo. And don’t get me started on intimacy. I hate it now.. I don’t want any sexual activities. I hate to even be touched now. I also have slowed down so much on my business which I worked so hard on and it’s almost like I lack interest in it as well. Does this change ? Is this something that happens after having your first child ? And you gain back with time ? My baby is 13 months btw
Show your support
@Christelle so you don’t have to be sad or depressed to have ppd? I mean I have my moments but for the most I’m good.. I don’t feel down lol
Talking to a therapist may help. I talk to one weekly amd it is great! But at least you stopped drinking.. that is great! Good job on that.
Most of the things you mentioned are some characteristics of ppd.
Honestly I feel the same! I’m 11 months postpartum. I do not feel depressed. I simply just do not care to go out like I used to. I’m 34 and used to party all the time. I’m now in my mama era and I think it’s normal to want to be home with our baby. Things aren’t as important to us now as they used to be. Over time we will learn how to adjust better. 🤷🏻♀️
Trending in our community
It’s called postpartum depression! At least you realize which is a big deal because I had it and didn’t even realize. You will find yourself again it takes time but you will get there.