Hey ladies,

This is my second pregnancy (well not including 3 losses)… I’m really struggling again with this pregnancy not to be so consumed with worry and anxiety about another loss. My mom was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and I’ve been so depressed. My parents have moved in with me and my relationship with my sisters has been a bit rocky because I’m disappointed they haven’t helped much.

On top of it, I wasn’t planning on a pregnancy so I had to stop all my wonderful medication that helps me function. I have very bad anxiety and depression and I feel like I’m living life left handed without my medication. I can’t explain how off I’ve been. So my depression and anxiety is creeping up, my life is in shambles, I’m constantly worried about this pregnancy, and I work full time and have the sweetest little toddler I adore I have to be the best mommy to. My husband is struggling to be supportive and I don’t blame him- this is really hard for me to admit that I’m basically a roller coaster ride of emotions without my medication.

I need help just adjusting to pregnancy when my life wasn’t ready for it. My last pregnancy Took 5 years to achieve so my body was so ready for a sweet baby. I’m thrilled i get to hold another sweet blessing in my arms again, don’t get me wrong. I’m just so consumed with worry. I’ve noticed I’ve been so bitter and depressed lately. Does anyone have any books they read to get out of a funk? Even a funny little book I can clutch onto at night… suggestions please!!!

I really want to make it through the pregnancy taking nothing for my anxiety. I feel so awful 24/7 but That’s pretty normal at 7 weeks.

I just need a warm hug. 🥺🥺🥺🥺 mommas with mental health issues, how do you cope with juggling your life and keeping the mood swings from ruining a day!?