PPD appt update

cedenton

So I spent an hour talking to a counselor yesterday.  I wouldn't say it was some miracle cure.  But, it always helps to talk to someone with an outside perspective.  No blame involved. She mostly listened, occasionally asking a question. DH seemed surprised that I thought it bad enough to seek help and was upset that I hadn't come to him, but it wasn't like it had been going on for weeks.  It literally hit me just like a wall over the weekend and he worked/slept over the weekend.  I still get anxious thinking of being alone with DS for long periods. Like I don't know what to do with him, it never seems enough or right.

After last weekend's meltdowns from too many people being around I'm not looking forward to this weekend where it turns out we have 3 people staying with us for our Christmas party on Saturday.

The dog barks everytime someone comes up the stairs that isn't DH or me so having the guest room/bathroom next to the nursery and our room (where the dog is at night) sucks.

I'll continue to keep you updated. 

CoUnTryBB1

Glad your appointment went okay.  Christmas party sounds fun minus the barking dog part.   Is there anyway to keep him somewhat confined so that he doesn't wake up Nolan?  Maybe everyone will have so much fun they will be too tired to wander   Thanks for the update

latnprincess

I'm glad you were able to talk to someone about it.  It could be hormones still fluctuating.  My aunt, who is an expert in natural medicine, told me that our progesterone levels take a drastic dip after having a baby and maybe it could help to take progesterone supplements.  She said that's a big reason why women experience PPD because estrogen dominance wreaks havoc.  Anyway, just throwing it out there.  You're in my thoughts cedenton!! 

cedenton

natalie8784:

(Hugs) I was seeing a counselor last year around this time and continued for a few months.  It was nice to be able to vent and get outside perspective.  Is there any way these people can stay somewhere else?  You need to take care of yourself right now. 

No, it wouldn't really be feasible, unfortunately.  Thinking about getting one of those citronella dog collars to help with the barking, though.