Does anyone know how to deal with severe post partum depression?
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Talk to your GP/midwife/HV. You can self-refer to NHS psychologist, they can propose you group meetings or counseling. Lots of mamas are going through this. Be kind to yourself, you're doing amazing, try to do small things for yourself even tea, biscuit, maybe put some lipstick on, it's small things that can change a lot!
Speak up. Ask for help. From family, friends, healthcare professionals. There is SO much help out there for you! It’s hard work but be completely honest and you can and WILL get through this. I promise ❤️
B vitamin complex and magnesium glycinate. Just check though if you’re breast feeding still……
@Deana thank you for your kind words , 🙏🏿 seriously thank you thank you
@Karolina seriously, thank you for the tips, I will call for therapy help later this morning. Thank you thank you 🙏🏿
@Kyrie I will try and contact my big sister again, she's usually busy... But God she's the best person to talk to .. so hard to reach her..I will try to have more faith in myself in the meantime 🙏🏿 thank you thank you
@Elisha thank you for the tip, I did stop breastfeeding around 10 months. She's one now. I appreciate you 🙏🏿
TBH when I went through it I listened to worship songs when I couldn't pray. The Lord gave me the songs I needed to hear in that moment until my strength was restored and faith strengthened. Have not turned back since, in fact that's when I truly found peace and joy. 1 Peter 5:7 "Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you" 💕 Way maker by Spinach is a good song if you have none to go to. ✨ Probably not what you expected to hear, but just my suggestion. Praying for you mama🙏🏾🤍
@Kezie Im grateful for your response 🙏🏿 I feel I need to pray more in general! My faith definitely needs a boost. I will listen to this song, I thank you so much . I appreciate you 💖
Talk to your doctor. Be open and honest with your partner and family members. There is NO shame in asking for help whether that be medicine, therapy, a mix of both, or other community services. You are needed and wanted, so don't feel you have to do this alone
@Jennifer Thank you very much 🙏🏿🥲❤️ I will be more open to my loved ones. I actually have a number to call for therapy I have to call today.
@Anna thank you 🙏🏿, me having back to back babies without healing messed me up bad. Its all easier said than done sometimes. But I'm willing to push myself harder so I'm not breaking down in front of my babies
Therapy. I was weekly the first month pp and now every other week and I’m 9months pp. If you cannot afford- journal Doesn’t have to be long or fancy just note how you feel and list 1 or 2 things you like that would make you happy that day (music, sweet treat, 30 minutes alone) Gym- luckily mine has kids club I go 3x/wk Also YT vids if gym isn’t possible or walk. You’d be amazed what fresh air can do. Finally girl just cry-get it out! Sometimes you have to push through. Then do one of the above 😉 I do them all, you’re not alone. Good luck boo you’re doing great!!
@Alexis thank you so much for your advice 🙏🏿🥹I have therapy at the top of my list ! I have a ton of pens and unused sketchbooks I can start journaling in . I'm 36 weeks pregnant currently, so walking for a period of time ends up feeling like I have to pee and I get a super tight uncomfortable feeling in my lower abdomen. But I can definitely substitute it with some sort of yoga ? And tears just be falling girl lol but I feel like I will get better at some point after birth ❤️
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@Tia thank you thank you 🙏🏿🥹💖 I appreciate it seriously
@Leah yes sketch ✍🏾 and yoga was amazing! I did up to 39 weeks. The fact that you know to ask for support is the first really big step 💪🏾
@Alexis well then I'm definitely gonna give it a try ! I have to get better 😭🙏🏿 And my mother's voice in my head sometimes pops up saying if I don't care for myself, how will I care for my babies
You're welcome love. Just notice auto correct typo 🤦🏾♀️ The name is Sinach
I feel you! I’ve been in the exact spot recently and it’s the worst!!! I recently spoke to my OB about it. I might start therapy soon to help and if things don’t get better I’ll consider an SSRI. Feel free to message me if you want to just vent about it! 🫶🏼
Take your time. First off you are doing a wonderful job with being a mother. As hard as it is try and do little things for yourself, go for walks, rest when you can, cook yourself a healthy meal, spend time outside, even just waking with the baby in the stroller. Outdoors will boost your mood. When you are ready try and meet other mums. Seek help from a professional. Even if there is a hotline you can call. If you have an aunt, sister or mum. Tell them to come spend the day with you. It helps talking to someone.