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I have a 5 day old baby girl and I know what you mean! When she’s sound asleep i keep checking if she’s breathing just incase and I just stare at her all day long. We went out today for our 5 day check and my mum was pushing the pram but all I wanted to do was push her away so I can push it thinking that something will happen if it’s not me pushing her. It’s completely normal to feel protective over them they’re your little baby you kept safe for 9 months. I randomly cry through out the day as my emotions are all over them place 😅
I’ve just had my second baby, I was exactly like you’ve described with my first. It’s the unknown I think and for me it didn’t get better with my first until she was about 5 months old. You’re sooo hormonal right now so go easy on yourself! It definitely does get better I promise, this time around for me I’m a completely different person! My mum once told me ‘don’t stress about something that hasn’t happened’ and that kind of stuck with me xx
Thank you so much all, I really appreciate it and you sharing your experiences 😊
Hey lovely, congratulations on your baby! My baby is 19 days old and I’m still struggling with all the emotions and anxiety. The midwives and other mums I have spoken to about this have said it’s called ‘baby blues’, Apparently this is all very normal after having a baby (I didn’t know about any of this) I still cry randomly throughout the day but I promise you it does get easier !! Please be gentle on yourself, mention your feelings to your midwife or GP for advice/support, but what I found best was speaking to other mums who have felt the exact same as me! Keep telling yourself you’re doing an amazing job, your baby is safe and happy. Take deep breaths and rest whenever you can possible! My messages are always open day and night ❤️
Hi lovely, I remember being super emotional and anxious when my first baby was 5 days old. I’ll probably be the same when my Feb baby finally arrives too. It’s totally normal and just shows what a good mum you are already. Be kind to yourself, the early days are an emotional rollercoaster but you’ve got this x
@Abbie thank you so much, I really appreciate it 😊 congratulations on your baby and I'm pleased things are getting easier. I will drop you a message! ❤️
@Amy that is a lovely way to put it and appreciated- thank you ❤️
hey, congratulations on your little baby! i’m a ftm to a 15 day old - i still stare at him & just cry where i love him so much. i believe this is completely normal. i worry about anything happening to my baby boy, even if it’s silly! it’s your maternal instincts starting to recognise he’s outside the body & for you to protect him - at least this is what i tell myself. i can only advise taking day by day, reassuring yourself that he’s safe. sorry it’s not amazing, maybe not helpful, advice!