PPD

i think i’m experiencing PPD, i’m 5 weeks postpartum alone with my son all day as my husband works 10hr shifts and i feel secluded from the world, like i only love my son because i’m supposed to, and my husband is the most amazing partner ever but i find myself being really mean to him for no reason. I always apologize right when i realize what i’ve said or done and he holds me and tells me it’s okay but i don’t want this to be his life or mine how can i get better

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Are you able to get out yet? If you can go to a library or mom meet up that might help a lot!

I’m sorry for this mama, try to do at least one thing for yourself everyday. When your baby is napping or when your partner is home do your nails/hair. It’s hard to do anything during the winter but try to do something for yourself at least everyday or every other day. But remember you are amazing and loved. This shall pass and you will have your life back. I am speaking from experience being a SAHM for a year made me super depressed. I love my baby but it’s great to have just an hour for YOU!!

I was the exact same way! You're welcome to message me anytime. In my country (Australia) you can go to mother baby units (it's all free) where they help with a psych and therapy while you stay. All meals and such are provided so you can focus on getting better. This second pregnancy when I started to go downhill I went straight back to the unit and started Sertraline and it's made a HUGE difference. I wish I had taken it with my first. It's safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding (if you chose to do so) and nearly no side effects. My husband is DIDO so isn't home at all during the week... I know how lonely it can get x

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