Depression after delivery

Question

I gave birth to my first child 5 months ago and I love him very much, but motherhood has been draining for me. I have no time to sleep or eat. I haven't had a moment to think about myself in the past few months and my mental condition has been progressively getting worse. I have taken a maternity leave but my husband still has a job so he has not been able to help much either. I feel guilty for having such thoughts but I feel like I'm losing my identity, I always stay frustrated. What should I do?

Sunshineme · Answer

Do not feel guilty about having such thoughts. What your facing is actually called postpartum depression and is fairly common amongst women who have recently given birth. Set a specific time every week, if not each day, for taking care of your own needs. It will help you be much more engaged and relaxed when you later take care of your child.

Z_Zidane · Answer

If it's getting too difficult for you to keep up, convey your difficulties to your husband. Ask him to help out more or get external help. You are a good mother even if you feel too tired or agitated sometimes. There will be good days and bad days. Do little things that make you feel relaxed amidst all the chaos to keep going.💛

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