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is what im feeling normal?

wifey typewifey type
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I'm about 4 days post partum, and having some feelings I'm just not quite used to. i am so happy and totally in love with my new little guy but i have been having these waves of anxiety and just feeling sad. over nothing in particular. mostly what i think is bothering me is knowing i will never be pregnant again, and this is the last time i will have a new little baby. i keep wishing that time could stand still because of how perfect everything is right at this moment. and knowing obviously that this is not possible is making me so sad. then i have moments when my eyes well up and i cant control the fact that i am crying. i feel like a mess, and like if i share my feelings nobody will understand me. i hope this makes sense. what are some ways you are dealing with feelings like this?
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Re: is what im feeling normal?

  • LauraandMattLauraandMatt

    Yes it seems to me that it is definately normal that early.... everything I have read seems to point to the "Baby Blues" lasting for most people for the 1st 3 wks of LO's life....I cried for 2 hours straight the day after DD was born, but so far, have been ok otherwise ( I had PPD after DS)  I have no idea what I was crying about, I think that it was just the change in hormones/ lack of sleep.

    Keep an eye on it and if it doesn't go away, definately be proactive....seeking help after my DS was the best thing I ever did (it was 8 wks PP)

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  • jaime5121jaime5121
    It definitely sounds normal to me.  I remember being in the hospital watching something on TV with my MIL and just bawling.  I don't know why.  The nurse came in the room and asked what was wrong.  She was all concerned.  I told her I had no idea what was wrong and thought it was just hormones.  I said something pretty was on TV and we all just laughed.  I honestly think people will understand - or at least it is my opinion that they should.  That being said, if this continues, then you might want to get some help.  I felt like you did at first.  Then I got better - for quite a while. I was very happy for several months.  Then, it was when my son was nearing 6 months when my downward spiral hit.  Just watch for signs.  GL and enjoy your little one!
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  • wifey typewifey type
    thanks ladies! its nice to know that these emotions are normal.
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