Is anyone experiencing anxiety???

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Please comment with your experiences if you answered yes. I think I’m having some serious anxiety issues. I’m to the point that I will be calling my doctor for help.

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At my 6 week pp appt they offered me meds for my anxiety but I said no...wanted to try other routes first. The first two months were the worst where I would fixate on something that might go wrong and I would have panic attacks about it (ex. SIDS) I literally didn't sleep at night. It's progressively gotten better but I don't allow myself to get so deep into it that I panic anymore.

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My anxiety stems from personal issues . I worry too much . My mind starts to create ￼ scenarios about something bad happening and then that triggers my anxiety . I say a lot of that comes into play because I’m so sleep deprived as well . I don’t think clearly and I’m so caught up with all three of my kids I just don’t rest . My anxiety is manageable tho . It’s not severe . I usually just get out of my usual routine and go out more and eat all my meals in a day and I usually tend to get better . I’ve struggled with anxiety since my first was born in 2014 . But I’ve learned to manage it . It’s okay to have anxiety it’s NOT BAD . Just something you’ll have to learn to live with .

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I’ve had anxiety issues for years but they got so much worse after my baby. I went and had my meds readjusted and I feel a million times better. Please go to your doctor and get some help. It’s okay to get help. You’ll feel so much better and parenting will feel a bit easier when you’re mentally stable. Good luck girl

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I was recommended by my ob and primary to see a therapist. Still waiting to get in.

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Yes, my anxiety has gotten worse after having my first baby in September. I was already seeing a therapist, but I started to see her more frequently. I also was prescribed Zoloft by my GP (my midwife is retiring and I’m waiting to have my first appointment with my new OBGYN). It has helped so far, I think. There’s so much to worry about with a new baby; it’s good that you’re recognizing it and looking for support 💓

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I already had pretty severe anxiety pre baby and when I had my baby my anxiety skyrocketed and I felt the worse I have ever felt. I loved my baby so much but I just had horrible fears that spiraled out of control. I got on Zoloft and it helped me a lot. I still have some anxiety, but for the most part I feel like it's manageable. Please don't be afraid of medication or talking to a doctor. Also, please know you're not alone. Having a baby is the most amazing and rewarding thing but it can also be the hardest. ❤

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Yes but I have an anxiety disorder so it’s nothing new for me. I always suggest seeking help if you think you need it. Not enough people do, including myself even though I’ve been diagnosed.

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I’m dealing with the same thing right now. Things that wouldn’t effect other people give me so much anxiety. I try speaking to my boyfriend about it and he tries to understand but then kind of blows it off like it’s normal to feel this way when I know it’s not. I’m trying to deal with it by myself but I’m not sure it’s getting me anywhere. I’m glad I’m not alone.

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Yes and I talk to a counselor which helps. It’s not post partum depression but post partum anxiety. I went back to work last week which also helped. Hang in there.... it’s normal and it’s your mama hormones in overdrive

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Thank you ladies for all your personal experiences. It’s hard to admit you have something wrong. I had a very traumatic postpartum.. hemorrhaging a week after baby was born and almost dying is what made me like this. I have PTSD. It sucks. I hate what my experience has made me become. I need help. I have two kids that need me more than I even know. I’m hoping to get on medication and possible therapy. I go Friday 💗

Is anyone experiencing anxiety???

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