PPA/PPD Question?

Amberrrr

After me and H discussed that I probably have PPA, he mentioned that he thinks it's something you feel all the time. Yesterday, I felt great. I had the best day I've had in a long time and didn't feel down at all. But now I feel like crap again. I usually don't feel good. I think I feel more down than up most days.

If I have PPA or PPD, is it something I feel all the time, or does it take breaks?

The breaks are nice. It feels good to be happy. Most of the time though, I just don't feel good at all.

EllasBride

I have PPA/PPD and know that there are good days and bad days. I am seeing a therapist and have been taking Zoloft.  It's SO much better than it was, but you can't expect that everyday is going to be one way. 

I have found that the best think I can do is take care of myself.  Make sure that you are taking care of YOURSELF.  Get out and get some solo "Mommy" time.  

 

winter-shock

I totally go from good to bad days. The bad days are really harsh. I can also have a super great day suddenly go bad.  It's a real mix. 

alyss0nl

Living with PPD or PPA, each day can be completely different from the previous. Right now, I'm doing pretty good, although my anxiety has skyrocketed since I'm getting ready for a new school year. But know that when you have bad days, there will be more good days!

cbmp06

winter-shock:

I totally go from good to bad days. The bad days are really harsh. I can also have a super great day suddenly go bad.  It's a real mix. 

Definitely this.  I can go from great to bad in an instant - and it doesn't take much.  It really varies.  But honestly, there are probably more okay -> good -> great days than there are bad days At least for me anyway.  Hang in there, mama<3

Amberrrr

I find keeping myself productive helps a lot. Sometimes It takes a lot to just peel myself off the couch.