Postpartum Depression
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not sure if I have PPD
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I've been having a hard time adjusting to having DS (and I already have a 3 year old DD). He's not a bad baby, much better than DD was actually but things just seem super stressful right now. During the day it isn't too bad but once the evening hits and I'm trying to get him to sleep I just feel like I'm going to loose it and end up crying. DH is really struggling this time as well so I can't really get a break. I'm also feeling a great deal of guilt that I don't have the energy or want to play with DD a lot and that I have no patience for my 3 week old son. How can I tell if I have PPD or if I'm just overtired & stressed?
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Re: not sure if I have PPD
If you're having a rough time the best thing to do is talk to your doctor. I waited 7 months to talk to anyone, which I know is horrible, especially since I've struggled with depression and anxiety since high school. I knew what was happening, but it was still hard to talk to anyone about it. All you can do is tell your doctor your concerns and how you are feeling. He will probably ask you tons of questions, like how your appetite is, sleep, energy and general mood. Don't be ashamed to get and take whatever help you can! You're an awesome mama for looking for answers and help already!
Im having the same problem right now. And I just had my 6wk doc appt. Since Im not sure whether its depression or just lack of sleep the doc told me to try taking Vitamin D supplement every day and if possible to get outside as much as possible.
That might be something you can look into. This way you dont start taking an anti-depressant if you dont really need it