I'm going to doctor today. (Update Inside)

Princess_Lily · April 2014

I'm sick with PPD I think

I tried schedules and breaks...when I come home from 4hrs alone the stress hits again. I'm not coping well with it. I want to be away from family because I think they would be better without mommy like this, sick.

I'm afraid DH will leave/cheat because of toll this is taking on our marriage.

Everyone is blaming each other today.
husband is blaming mom
mom is blaming in laws
dad is blaming dh
Me, I'm blaming PPD.

fitmama418 · April 2014

(((hugs))) I hope your appointment goes well. You're making the right choice.

mwhipple77 · April 2014

Hugs and I hope you get the help you need! >:D<

Princess_Lily · April 2014

My breaking point was when I was screaming at DH again, I broke down and called the OB in tears.

My mom says that going to church on Sunday will take away the stress. My dad said that my husband, who works 60+ hours a week isn't doing enough for the family, and I "MUST stop EBF". My parents don't seem to grasp the concept of this.

JessLB1014 · April 2014

You're not alone! PPD sucks but a combo of help from your dr and support from you DH will help! Everyone likes to give their own opinion on parenting etc but at the end of the day, you are the mama. And your family would NOT be better off with out you! ((((hugs))))

mskatiep · April 2014

I hope the Dr can help you. I will be thinking of you! (hugs)

Zilly13 · April 2014

I'm so sorry you are going through this. I hope you can get some help and advice to validate the way you've been feeling. I'm sorry your family isn't being more supportive. (hugs)

jennifertewart · April 2014

Hugs!!! You are headed in the right direction and I hope you get the support you need!

cagoldi · April 2014

I'm sure your family means well, but they don't seem to understand PPD at all. You're making the right decision by reaching out to your OB. Good luck.

Princess_Lily · April 2014

Thanks ladies. I felt such a weight has lifted when the appointment was made. My eyes hurt from the stress & tears. You know that feeling when you get into a bad fight with your H's And the icky/sick feelings afterwards? Thats how I feel.

Both kids are with mom. I know this feeling well, because it happened with DSs postpartum. I felt like the enjoyment of his childhood was ripped away from me then. I'm fighting to hold onto DH, DS & DDs.

My mom feels its stress b/c real PPD "only occurs when you don't want to care for your kids.". I know there's something wrong...but I'm glad I've been watching for symptoms since DD was born. I'm leaving hearty opinions to the doc.

Dreamingmommy4 · April 2014

Good luck! I hope they can help you get better.

housewifehair · April 2014

Just going to the doctor is something to be admired. Hoping to hear about relief in the very near future.

Kim22 · April 2014

Good for you for getting help. Hope you start feeling better soon!

mbafall09 · April 2014

So sorry you're going through this. Good luck at the appointment, I hope you get the help you need!!

Princess_Lily · April 2014

So I went to the doctor, and told her everything about my emotional state, my marriage and how I get with the kids too.

She said that she thinks its more a sleep issue - sleep deprivation can mimic depression in her experience. She does also feel 1-2x a week to go out and do something for mommy, no one else. She said that me also seeking a support group at the hospital - which is next week will help too. My mom is watching DS so I can go.

She said its great that I'm aware of my emotional state, and that I'm willing to improve it for my family. She said I'm still laughing and smiling...which is great to see. I'm just tired.

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