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Baby Blues

amberleighboyeramberleighboyer member
in November 2014 Moms
Is anyone experiencing this? Im at day 12 with a newborn and all of a sudden after a good week really anxious and emotional. Super scared about my husband going back to work. I really am afraid I will feel like this forever. I had panic attacks in the past. I saw a postpartum specialist when I was pregnant just in case I felt bad, but when I went to see her it was on a good day. If you feel like this what do you do? I also notice I get really bad hot flashes when this is happening and kinda feel like Im crawling out of my skin.  Does anyone feel like this?
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  • scarlet3egoniasscarlet3egonias member
    You may have a case of postpartum anxiety. I'd put in a call to the doctor for your own peace of mind. They may be able to offer advice or call in a prescription over the phone. In my opinion (with a history of anxiety), life is so much more enjoyable when I'm not constantly worried!

    I think it's probably normal to be somewhat anxious about your husband going back to work and being on your own - I was the same and quickly realized that in my case it wasn't as big of a deal as I'd made it out to be. However, if you feel like you're more anxious than you would normally be, give your doctor a call. It can't hurt to talk to someone about it!

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  • ssstephanie214ssstephanie214 member
    I was feeling this way, very similar situation, and just started seeing a therapist again. I figured if I was thinking about seeing someone then I probably should. No medication needed, just really helps to talk to someone.
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  • lizgrace03lizgrace03 member
    I would definitely talk to your doctor.  I have anxiety episodes in the mornings and I'm planning on seeing about retooling my medications at my doctor's appointment on Tuesday.  I know you probably don't believe it right now, but you won't feel like this forever.  I have lots of friends who have made it through this tough newborn stage and come out on the other side!  Just take it one day at a time, but do be sure to talk to your dr.  


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  • BridgetThoamsBridgetThoams member
    I was the same way as well for a couple weeks PP. I was so anxious about H going back to work I cried till he stayed home! He ended up taking 2 extra days off till someone else could stay with me at the house! Just having another person there was so helpful, they just sat there unless I asked for help (I wasn't a big fan of anyone else touching LO, and need to do things myself to make sure they are done right. So annoying when you need help). But talking about it with other people and knowing you are not alone really helped me! Hugs! Sending thoughts and prayers!
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  • aggiejenn37aggiejenn37 member
    I'm sorry you're feeling this way- you're not alone! My LO is 2 weeks today. My husband stayed home the first week but he went to work all last week. I cried every day. It's really tough being home alone, all day every day, with a brand new baby. I have some anxiety too, hoping that I am doing an OK job, worrying that something is going to happen to her when I'm alone with her. I think it's important to ask for help when you need it. My mom is coming in town later this week because I don't want to be alone anymore. Talk to your family, friends and doc about how you are feeling and don't be afraid to ask for help! GL!
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  • silverwings72silverwings72 member
    I am so sorry you are Feeling this way. My son is 4 weeks old today and I have been having these types of anxiety attacks as well, usually in the evening. I think some of it is hormone related and some of it is lack of sleep. I ended up in the ER the first week PP because my blood pressure went through the roof. Please talk to your doctor and be completely forthright. Some days are good and some days are bad, you need to be prepared for the not so good days. You can also use us for support! We are a pretty cool bunch of ladies. Best of luck to you.
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  • Alid86Alid86 member
    Thank you for posting this...I can definitely relate! I felt this way with Dd but didn't get help and it lasted much too long - this time as soon as I felt it coming on I talked to my dr and am back on my meds - ds is 4 weeks today and we have good days and bad but it's much better than I was with dd. I find it worse around bed time (worried about how much sleep we will get because I know how much more emotional I am when running on no sleep) and whenever ds cries and I can't calm him right away. I also much prefer another adult around (my DH works long hours) but this isn't always possible especially with my family living away! Thoughts and prayers to all dealing with this - we will make it through!
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  • oklahomamom09oklahomamom09 member
    I have feelings of anxiety in the evening which usually cause me to cry. They usually have to do with me not getting as much time with FI as I was before. I miss cuddling and all that. Now I have a baby in my arms and at most get to touch him with my foot lol I know it's just my hormones but I sometimes can't take it so I breakdown and cry. Luckily he is always reassuring me that I'm doing a good job, that he loves me, and when he is home he gets me food. I know he would help more and I would feel less anxious if I wasn't EBF, but I know that is what is best for our LO.

    I hope you get some relief soon and things get better for you!
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  • amberleighboyeramberleighboyer member
      Thanks guys you are all amazing. I am calling my Doctor tomorrow and called my therapist too. My mom is coming tomorrow so hoping thats helps too. I got a little sleep last night which helped and was a godsend since LO woke up and cluster fed from 3-730 am.
       I think a lot of this stems from this thing that happened second day home from the hospital. I got a crazy nose bleed, like blood pouring out of both nostrils and then a crazy and I mean huge blood clot came out. DH couldn't think of who to call and was not as freaked out as me .I made him call 911! Then when I was walking down the stairs to get checked out I slipped and fell! That night i had my first hot flash/panic attack/hormone drop. I think its normal but like some of you have mentioned its scary to be alone! To be the mom who takes care of stuff and scared you cant take care of yourself . I hope we all feel better soon, I so wish there was a clear end date for the blues, two weeks seems too soon


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  • amberleighboyeramberleighboyer member
    yes totally the sleep worry!
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