Any advice?

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So my husband is out of town for work and this is the first time in 7 years he’s ever had to do this. I’m 18 weeks pregnant with our first baby (my second his first) he’s gone 5 days one week 6 days the other. Can anyone give me some advice on how to make it easier!? My anxiety is at a million and my depression feels like it’s in full swing. I cry almost daily from him being away and not being able to cope with It. Does anyone have any advice to help me with this? I’m trying to get out of the house but my depression keeps me sucked into bed. I’ve tried reaching out to friends/family but it always seems like they’re busy or don’t want bothered. Someone please tell me how to handle this😭

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I feel you girl your not alone in this my husband is working 14 days away then home for 7 days and it’s hard most days we talk in the morning text on break and then after work we try to FaceTime for our sons bedtime (he is his step dad but he has been in his life since he was 1 he is now almost 6 in April). There are days where I get sad and just want him home and to be able to ask for a hug or for him to be there for doctors appointments. I remember that it’s hard from him too and we are doing this for our family and our future.

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Totally sucks girl but you got this! My hubby was just deployed over three months during the first three months of my pregnancy which was the hardest for me, new territory for both of us and I was extremely emotional. we made sure to video chat at least once a day and if he was too busy or too tired he would always shoot me a quick text. Find out what would make you feel better about it and make that suggestion to him! If you want two times a day communication or three times, tell him and he knows. Not everyday will be perfect because we are not perfect as humans. However as long as you try I know it will help. If you need anyone to talk to feel free to message me 💕

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Hi! First of all, it’s ok to be anxious, especially if this isn’t your norm. My partner works away for 20 days at a time, and is home for 8, so I know what you’re going through. 
We try to speak first thing in the morning, on his lunch break, and before bed. Sometimes it’s more, sometimes it’s less. I reach out to my friends and family when I’m feeling extra lonely or anxious as well. Video chatting makes things much easier when he has good enough service, because sometimes I feel like I’m in a relationship with a voice. It’s so nice to get to see his face, even if it’s just for a few minutes to say goodnight and I love you. 
I make plans while he’s away to keep going, even if it’s just a lunch date with my mom. It’s good to keep living life even when they’re gone, and not put it on hold when he’s on the road.

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