When does it end

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First time mom every here. I hate worrying and missing sleep, I know it’s normal for a baby to spit up I know it’s normal for them to cry and sleep super long or not sleep at all but when does all this worrying stop /: I know she can’t be sick she’s only 7 days old she had no signs of sickness but I just can’t help but worry and I hate it

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I just went to see my OB today about this same thing. My daughter is also a week old. I panic every time her poops seem watery.. or every time she sleeps past a feeding. I finally reached out for help because my husband was very very concerned for how worried and stressed I’ve become.

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As mothers, we will likely never stop worrying about our babies. Our neurobiology literally changes with pregnancy and parenthood, causing increased activation in both our amygdala and hippocampus, which regulate emotion and attachment. 
But this is a good thing! Worry is kind of like a survival impulse--your brain telling you to be alert & mindful & protective of this little child so you can keep them safe and healthy. Your concern  --expressed as love, care, attention, and nurturing of your child--will create greater security, emotional and mental well being in them.
As you grow more confident in your skills as a parent and learn your babies mannerisms, needs, personality, and cues, you will worry less about every little sneeze/grunt/body fluid/etc. 
You're getting there mama--give yourself some time and you'll be  a pro!

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Love to U..I jat wanted to say that when I was a forst time mom I had no cell phone little money n no freinds around.Or family.I had a neighbor who was a grandfather n we were freinds bc he s my freinds dad..he watched my baby for 30 .in a few x a week after mayne 4 weeks old so I could walk around the block n get some air( as it got colder).There are agencies that have free services like thqt..Check w WiC..women who ll comentake a walk w you n gove advo e orncook a meal or help w laumdry.We all worry but u ll get more sleep soon n it does help to reach out n commect w other people.

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It's still early, but it could be PPA. Maybe talk to your OB/midwife about if these are normal levels of concern or you might need additional help.
I have general anxiety and it crops up a lot whole I'm pregnant but doesn't actually extend past that. My husband was always the one who would wake up worried he wasn't breathing.

When does it end

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