i think I am going crazy. Please don't
judge me for this. One minute I am so in
love with my baby, and the next I catch
myself thinking weird stuff. I can almost
visualize him being thrown against a wall,
and sliding down, and being held
underwater gasping of air.
My heart is racing right now, I don't know
what to do. I am embarrassed as hell, I
cannot tell my husband, he'll think I am a
lunatic. Is this normal?
I have tears streaming down my face. I am
such a horrible person, I don't deserve
this beautiful perfect little person. I
really feel like I could do something to
him, I am so ashamed.
This only happens at night ( these
thoughts)..Or when my husband is away at
work.
I didn't think that this would happen to
me. I am in a happy marriage, we are very
successful, and financially set, and I am
thinking like that crazy person who
drowned her 5 kids.
I need help immediately!!
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jayde156
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 01 Sep 2005 Posts: 4 Location: USA
Slowdown Posted: 09-01-05 22:00pm
You might just feel over whelmed at the
fact that such a little person could need
so much from one person. It is harder to
deal with it all by your self. Just
relax. I would suggest telling someone.
Even if it;s a dr or just a phone number
you can call and talk to someone. You
can't keep it to your self or your drive
your self nuts. Maybe call a relitive to
come over and help you ovt even if you
want to take a bath or a shower or
something. Use all the resouces you have.
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fatfamily02
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 20 Jul 2005 Posts: 3050 Location: Georgia, USA
Posted: 09-01-05 22:29pm
Post partum depression-- there is
medication for it.
The change in the hormones causes it--tell
your doc tomorrow and say you like to try
the medication to fix it
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sxcgirl_me
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 May 2005 Posts: 372 Location: Sydney - Australia
Posted: 09-01-05 22:35pm
Hey jo!!!!
How are u sweety?
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Glamorgirli
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 May 2005 Posts: 193 Location: Michigan
Posted: 09-01-05 22:46pm
Its nothing to be ashamed of, lots of
women have postpartum depression. It's a
natural reaction. Your sleep deprived and
your baby that you brought into the world
needs so much attention its overwhelming.
My sister had it, and she started seeing a
counsler, and got put on meds.
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fatfamily02
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 20 Jul 2005 Posts: 3050 Location: Georgia, USA
Posted: 09-01-05 23:01pm
sxcgirl_me
wrote:
hey jo!!!!
How are u
sweety?
hi, hon im great and you?
Love
me
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sxcgirl_me
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 17 May 2005 Posts: 372 Location: Sydney - Australia
Posted: 09-01-05 23:08pm
Im good,
my boyfriend is taking me out tonight so
im happy for the day.
Its only thursday over your way isnt it?
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fatfamily02
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 20 Jul 2005 Posts: 3050 Location: Georgia, USA
Posted: 09-01-05 23:18pm
Yes maam, its friday for you?
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Sammy001
Active User, Really EHEALTHy
Joined: 18 Jun 2005 Posts: 711 Location: ,
Posted: 09-02-05 07:02am
sxcgirl_me
wrote:
im good,
my boyfriend is taking me out tonight so
im happy for the day.
Its only thursday over your way isnt
it?
no offense, but if you guys wanna to talk
pm each other. I find this a very
serious issue, and welcome peoples
help...Not about "how your going
out"...And all that.
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teach486
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 25 Aug 2005 Posts: 276 Location: US
Posted: 09-02-05 09:49am
Sammy there is no need to feel ashamed at
all. While I am not a medical expert it
does indeed sound like you have
post-partum depression. When your
husband is not there to help you with the
baby it leaves you feeling overwhelmed,
stressed, and anxious because you have to
do it all on your own.
First of all, most importantly, and
immediately, contact your doctor. Tell
him/her your symptoms and that you believe
you have post-partum depression. There
are many thing the doctor can prescribe
you to help level your hormone levels.
Secondly, do utilize friends and family as
much as possible. Explain to them what
is happening. I am sure all of them
would be more than happy to help take care
of that little bundle of joy, giving you
some time to yourself to relax. When
they come over use that time to take a
nice hot bath with relaxation aids:
candles, scented body wash specifically
for relaxing, etc. Lavender works very
well for relaxing. You can also ask them
to take the baby to their place so you can
get a nap in. Or you may choose just to
step out for a while, do some shopping,
have a dinner alone out, go watch a movie,
or whatnot.
Thirdly, make sure you are taking good
care of yourself. Continue to eat well
balanced healthy meals. Get some
exercise. Sunlight and fresh air helps,
too. Get out in the sun. Put the baby
in the stroller and go for a walk. Play
soothing music for you and baby. To help
with the lack of sleep be sure to sleep
when the baby sleeps.
Whatever you decide just don't be afraid
to ask for help from the doctor, friends,
and family! Asking for help does not
mean you are failing at being a mother!
All of us new mothers need help from time
to time and being too proud to ask for the
help we need only does harm to ourselves,
and ultimately to the baby.
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fatfamily02
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 20 Jul 2005 Posts: 3050 Location: Georgia, USA
Posted: 09-02-05 23:00pm
sammy001
wrote:
sxcgirl_me
wrote:
im good,
my boyfriend is taking me out tonight so
im happy for the day.
Its only thursday over your way isnt
it?
no offense, but if you guys wanna to talk
pm each other. I find this a very
serious issue, and welcome peoples
help...Not about "how your going
out"...And all
that.
third post out I suggested what you need
to do and what is wrong with you--so, go
to the dr and get medication.
So I believe I was not disrespecting you
by saying hi to my friend--sorry if I
offended you though
