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PP anxiety

nursewinnienursewinnie member
in April 2014 Moms
Anyone else dealing with this? Seems like everyday for a few hours I go through a spell where I worry about literally everything. I know the hormones are the culprit, but it can be pretty rough. Thankfully it's only temporary and I power through it and end up feeling normal. I just know when you're dealing with all this change and these new emotions, it's helpful to discuss with other people in the same situation. I feel very lucky to have a husband, family, and friends who listen.
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  • KM0715KM0715 member
    It's like I wrote this myself- I've been dealing with the same thing, and it's been quite bad. My mom had been staying with us and my husband has been helping. The things that have helped me are 1) talking about it as much as I can with my mom/husband. I tell them everything in my brain no matter how ridiculous 2) sleep 3) engaging in "normal" activities- watching tv, doing small tasks around the house, etc. It still comes and goes but it gets better everyday.


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  • MamaFantasticMamaFantastic member
    I had anxiety around 7-8 months pp that manifested itself as anger/frustration. I found it very helpful to see a therapist during that period of time.
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  • cd92007cd92007 member
    You're not alone! I also suffer from anxiety and went off my meds during the first tri. I've definitely been having some major anxiety towards the end. I haven't delivered yet, but my plan of action (along with my dr.) recommendation is to start zoloft right away after giving birth.
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  • kseccomb17kseccomb17 member
    I have panic disorder, so every day is a struggle. I really had a difficult time with PPA after my daughter was born. This time, my midwife, GP, psych,and the kid's pediatrician all worked closely together to form a plan of action this time. I am in a few meds that are safe while breastfeeding. While no medication would be ideal, I cannot afford to go through what I did last time. I also see my counselor which really helps. Just know you're not alone. The feelings are real. I would give whoevertakes care of your health a heads up. It could get better, but it makes it a little easier when people are already aware.
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  • nursewinnienursewinnie member
    kseccomb17 said:

    I have panic disorder, so every day is a struggle. I really had a difficult time with PPA after my daughter was born. This time, my midwife, GP, psych,and the kid's pediatrician all worked closely together to form a plan of action this time. I am in a few meds that are safe while breastfeeding. While no medication would be ideal, I cannot afford to go through what I did last time. I also see my counselor which really helps. Just know you're not alone. The feelings are real. I would give whoevertakes care of your health a heads up. It could get better, but it makes it a little easier when people are already aware.


    That's really good advice. I've purposefully been very open with everyone I'm close to about what I've been dealing with. I figure it helps to have a whole team of people to talk to and to kind of keep an eye out for me. I'm hoping it's just a very short temporary thing I'm going through, but if not I will be discussing it with my midwife for sure.
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  • Abcollins57Abcollins57 member
    I had it really bad with my first son, and actually went to the ER certain I was having a heart attack, only to be given a prescription for Xanax and a diagnosis of anxiety attacks. I'm two weeks PP now and I can feel myself starting to panic over nothing. I've been lucky enough to realize it and deal with it this time. I usually take a long hot shower while DH sits with the kids. Hope it goes away quicker this time!
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  • CosmoAnne1CosmoAnne1 member
    I have had an anxiety/ panic disorder for 5 years. It started a few months after my daughter was born. I take buspar daily and If I have a horrible panic attach I have xanex. I haven't taken xanex in about 12 months but have it for just in case. My ob and I decided staying on my buspar through pregnancy . I only take 10mg but it has made me normal again. I have some anxiety but it's nothing I can't handle. Your not alone get the help you can from your dr. Good luck
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  • nursewinnienursewinnie member
    Good news so far today! I've made it past my usual 2pm freak out start time. I think it's due in part to this amazing weather. Yesterday and the few days before it was too cool to get LO out to sit but today it is above 70 and feels wonderful. We went for a walk around the neighborhood and are currently partaking in a southern favorite of porch sitting. I'm enjoying the fresh air and change of scenery (even if it is just to my yard). Can't wait to go golfing when I get the all clear from the midwife. Thank you all for the encouragement. I'm hoping this is a sign that things are adjusting and getting better. If not, I know I have a great support group and that I will be ok.


    Ps- look at those beautiful blooming trees! My neighborhood is so nice in the spring.
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