Hope & Support...I have been there

Dontblink · January 2010

I had a baby in May and had bad PPD. At first I thought it was just a case of the baby blues. After a month of crying all of the time I started taking Wellbutrin. I am also in therapy. The combination of the 2 have helped me so much. My son is 8months old now and I look back and wonder how I got through this summer. At times I used to think I couldn't handle being a mom...when it wasn't even my kids that were overwhelming me...I used to want to go back to my old life..hanging down the shore all summer...I had lots of crazy thoughts like this. With the support of loved one, therapy and my meds...I am now I very happy mommy. I still have my days...and a lot of my issues were also PTSD related from my DH being a victim of a violent crime in 2003 and a stillborn son and 2 miscarriages.

I had many days when I felt like I completely lost hope and would never be a good mom. You are all good moms...and recognizing you need help and support is the first step in overcoming this. Don't let anyone make you feel inferior. I am here if I can be of support to anyone. Big Hugs to all! It will get better!

Dontblink · January 2010

Sorry for my typos...I was emotional as I was writing. I didn't proofread like I should have!

texmommy3 · January 2010

I am so impressed that you have made it through all that you have made it though. Losing a baby is a terrible thing, let alone all of the other things you have had to face. I am sure your story will be very inspiring to everyone! Thank you for sharing it, as it helps me put things into perspective.

TommysGirl56 · January 2010

Thank you for sharing your story. I am so sorry you have been through so much hardship...but it says a lot for you that you have been able to overcome so much! It is wonderful to hear from someone who can truly say "it will get better" and I look forward to being able to look back on this PPD as a thing of the past, myself. You are a strong woman, and I hope I am becoming one, too!