Baby blues or PPD?

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I just had baby #2 on November 2nd and have an 18 month old daughter. I don't even know if what I'm experiencing is baby blues or PPD, but I'm just feeling very down. With baby #1 I had PPD. It was the worst! This time around I don't know if it's the same thing, but I'm just so exhausted emotionally. Why is it so hard to talk to someone and for someone to understand? I just tried talking to my mom how I feel sad and she got mad at me. Please be kind.

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I’m sorry that your mom got mad at you. That’s unfair. Never feel like your feelings invalid. You’re going through a huge change right now.

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Sorry about your mum. I think in the first 6 weeks it could just be baby blues but after that if it doesn't go away its PPD. I didn't get PPD with my first but have struggled with my 2nd and a 3 year age gap. Make sure you talk to a health professional about how you are feeling.

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Well idk exactly how you feel. I had 2 children very close in age as well and those first months were HARD    I mean ever with out any hormones or anything it's just hard but the hormones make it so much harder and so much more overwhelming.   Every night I would sob at bedtime bc I was so physically and emotionally exhausted  and so overwhelmed by the thought of having to do it again the next day.     It is hard momma. But I can say it does get easier  
You learn to juggle things and they get a little older and a little easier to manage.

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Baby blues only last about 2 weeks after baby. Anything beyond that would be possible ppd. It’s good you are talking about it ! That’s def the first step

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If you had it with your first you could likely have it again. Reach out to your Ob if you haven’t already they can help you or put you in touch with someone who can. I’m so sorry your Mom got mad at you. After you get a therapist or whoever to help you they should be able to explain this to your Mom so she understands completely and can support you properly. Hang in there Mama.

Baby blues or PPD?

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