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Late Term and Child Loss
jess123456
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Anxiety
jess123456
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Hi ladies,
I know I have been posting a lot today but have been feeling very anxious lately and was wondering if anything has worked for you. We recently adopted a dog who we absolutely adore but I find myself constantly checking to see if he is still breathing. Last night he got sick and I am in full panic mode thinking that he is dying because everything that I love seems to die 
He also had a tick and I was convinced that he got Lyme Disease which of course he didn't and my vet is probably beyond annoyed with me.
I know I am ridiculous and typing this out makes me feel silly but I am constantly assuming the worst since we lost our baby girl. I know it's not healthy and I have spoken to my therapist about it but wondering if you have any methods (outside medication) that have help rationalize irrational thoughts. My therapist suggested writing them down and then reading them but wondering if you have any other ideas.
It has gotten more manageable but ever since we adopted our dog I can't help but be a nervous wreck and I think he senses that too. Poor dog got stuck with a crazy lady as a pet owner haha.
Thanks as always in advance for any tips or advice.
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Re: Anxiety
I can totally relate with you on the increased anxiety. Mine has been more focused on my health and DH's health...and I know I am being irrational but I keep getting so anxious about it.
I don't have much advice or tips per say...but I am seeing a therapist and that has really helped me with EVERYTHING. I don't know if you are seeing one or not after your loss but it can be very helpful with ALL of the crazy feelings we all go through.
I have also found that carving out a little quiet time at night is helpful for me. I don't know if you are religious or not but I spend about 30 minutes alone praying and reading books pertaining to my loss or books about trusting God after a loss and when I do that it really, really helps me. I am really working on living in the moment and not being afraid of so many what-ifs in the future.
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For the first few months my anxiety level was through the roof every time I had to leave the house. I still feel the wave of panic when I unexpectedly see or run into someone I know. But, it has gotten better. It's almost like my brain has started working again.
My old therapist also recommended journaling, but that wasn't realistic for me. Writing here helps, and lets me know that I am normal. She also suggested guided relaxation, but I wasn't into that. You can download guided relaxation/meditation sessions on iTunes. I know it really helps some people.
It's strange, but my inner voice just keeps repeating "I'm ok, I'm ok, I'm ok" when I'm heaving anxiety. It's become my mantra.
Yoga has helped a lot, I find it very relaxing. I like going to a class, and being in a social situation but not having to socialize with other people there. I also just stared acupuncture, and that is helping with a lot issues, and helping me relax and focus on positive thoughts.