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I thought I was out of the woods...

Watergirl21Watergirl21 member
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So I have a history of having seasonal "winter" depression but ussually I can manage it by walking to work, getting daily sunlight/exercise, eating well and getting enough sleep. 

Now I am 7.5 months PP and I am starting to think I am losing the battle.  I am still on mat leave but LO doesn't STTN and doesn't nap.  I can't get anything done and I can't get any sleep.  DH lost his job 2 weeks PP and still hasn't secured anything definate so money is tight,  LO had weight issues (and thus I had nursing issues) for the first 6 months, it was stressful and exhausting.  To add to this I have the typical "haven't lost my baby weight" issue.  I am also having marital issues...  I just think I am starting to hit my breaking point.  LO is beautiful and so happy... but I am just so tired!

Am I getting PPD?  how do I know? Did you tell your DH?

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Re: I thought I was out of the woods...

  • totallyshockedtotallyshocked member

    I sooo feel you. I went thru PPD right after birth and then finally when I felt better my SO lost his job and just recently started working again. Money was/is tight, all of our bills are overextended......and I still have 25 lbs to loose as well. Its tough and I put up the same type blog the other night. Just try to get some rest when you can and hopefully its a winter phase like u have had before. If not see your doc. 

     

    And yes you can get PPD up to a year after birth. I didnt really have to tell my SO, he could just tell I was out of it kinda. Just let him know what your feeling so he can be there for you. Good luck 

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