I had severe post-partum depression after my third child. I loved my baby and wanted to be with her all the time. I struggled with feeling like a good mom and remembering what was happening in my life. One moment I was overjoyed to have this bundle of joy and the next moment I was crying and feeling so desparate. After three months, I just couldn't take it anymore and, in a moment beyond my imagination now, attempted suicide. It was the flag that really made my family aware that I was struggling and feeling life was bigger than me. That child is 13 now and I'm so thankful the worst didn't happen that night. I'm thankful for those like Marie Osmond who have shared their experience with Post-partum depression and for those who don't give up on those who are fighting the battle.
That was incredibly honest of you to share, and I think important for all of us to hear so we can support others. I'm sure this will be helpful to other mom's.
I think from my own experience and from seeing others struggle with this, the reality is that there is such a stigma in society for those who have mental struggles. Had I been "sick" and in the hospital, my friends and family would have rallied around me, showered me with attention and perhaps gifts/cards/flowers. Because no one could see my illness, it was invisible. We have to bring attention to post partum (all mental illness) so that it isn't a secret shame. So that it isn't something we run from or pretend isn't happening. It shouldn't be courageous to have survived and tell the story, but rather courage should be in asking for help and convincing someone help is needed.
I had it after my fourth child but he was the first baby born after I lost both of my parents who were very close to me and my kids. It felt so strange not to have them around and I was crying all the time. Then I had feelings I would lose everyone in my life and that I was dying. I saw a couselor. That made a huge difference.
I was lucky after tough deliveries & hard living conditions, I never had any bad feelings towards my kids. I did make some stupid decisions that might have been unknowingly prompted by it? My son was totally unplanned & not wanted at first. Glad those hard times are over!
Postpartum depression is very real and is a part of post pregnancy journey. Try to Figure out ways to deal with this and take care of yourself in the process. Take the day off , ask a friend for help and go for a pampering routine or a skincare routine , if that's something you enjoy. I have been using the moms co, natural beauty products and they have made my skin so glowy and healthy , that it has become my most favourite part of the day to apply these products.LOve their skincare products!
I am glad that we are starting to openly discuss this topic and help those who need it. Of course, people are often accused of pretending and cannot take control of their lives. It's depressing to realize that it's difficult for you to do your usual job. I am afraid to imagine what if it lasts for years.
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SoCalMom
Here is a link to a great blog post I read about one mother's experience with PPTD: http://fromcasinostocastles.com/2013/10/21/sharing-my-secret-one-moms-journey-with-postpartum-depression/
jonbonjovious
I had severe post-partum depression after my third child. I loved my baby and wanted to be with her all the time. I struggled with feeling like a good mom and remembering what was happening in my life. One moment I was overjoyed to have this bundle of joy and the next moment I was crying and feeling so desparate. After three months, I just couldn't take it anymore and, in a moment beyond my imagination now, attempted suicide. It was the flag that really made my family aware that I was struggling and feeling life was bigger than me. That child is 13 now and I'm so thankful the worst didn't happen that night. I'm thankful for those like Marie Osmond who have shared their experience with Post-partum depression and for those who don't give up on those who are fighting the battle.
Your Kid's Table
That was incredibly honest of you to share, and I think important for all of us to hear so we can support others. I'm sure this will be helpful to other mom's.
jonbonjovious
I think from my own experience and from seeing others struggle with this, the reality is that there is such a stigma in society for those who have mental struggles. Had I been "sick" and in the hospital, my friends and family would have rallied around me, showered me with attention and perhaps gifts/cards/flowers. Because no one could see my illness, it was invisible. We have to bring attention to post partum (all mental illness) so that it isn't a secret shame. So that it isn't something we run from or pretend isn't happening. It shouldn't be courageous to have survived and tell the story, but rather courage should be in asking for help and convincing someone help is needed.
Mommy Ramblings
I had it after my fourth child but he was the first baby born after I lost both of my parents who were very close to me and my kids. It felt so strange not to have them around and I was crying all the time. Then I had feelings I would lose everyone in my life and that I was dying. I saw a couselor. That made a huge difference.
justamom
I was lucky after tough deliveries & hard living conditions, I never had any bad feelings towards my kids. I did make some stupid decisions that might have been unknowingly prompted by it? My son was totally unplanned & not wanted at first. Glad those hard times are over!
mombusywitty
Postpartum depression is very real and is a part of post pregnancy journey. Try to Figure out ways to deal with this and take care of yourself in the process. Take the day off , ask a friend for help and go for a pampering routine or a skincare routine , if that's something you enjoy. I have been using the moms co, natural beauty products and they have made my skin so glowy and healthy , that it has become my most favourite part of the day to apply these products.LOve their skincare products!
mariemiguel0423
In my experience, it was less about what I wasn't told, and more about what I couldn't understand until going through it.
Renata Lander
I am glad that we are starting to openly discuss this topic and help those who need it. Of course, people are often accused of pretending and cannot take control of their lives. It's depressing to realize that it's difficult for you to do your usual job. I am afraid to imagine what if it lasts for years.