PND

[star1]

Hi all

I'm pretty sure I'm suffering from a (mild) case of PND. I just feel like I haven't got anything to be happy about and am very snappy with my daughter and cry very easily over minor things. I still feel bitter about unexpectedly having twins and feel like I haven't bonded with them like I did my oldest. Most of all, I keep thinking how much easier my life would be with only one baby, and how I only ever wanted 2 children. I feel resentful that I didn't get that option

Anyway, I feel like things have gotten to the point that I should confide in my doctor and ask for some help. Has anyone done this? What did the doctor say? Did they judge you or ask probing questions about the safety of your children?

Thanks x

 

[dreamofabump]

First of your doing a great job its alot to take on. I also suffered with my daughter she is my only child
i also felt i should of been happy and enjoying it but i felt low i hated the fact my hubby could leave to go to work ect. My health visitor noticed my behaviour. We spoke a little and that was it. I learnt to just get past one day at a time. I slowing was going out more ect and just got past it. But if i look back i should of and would of go e doctors sooner. It affects lots women and people understand 100% and don't judge. Just remember your doing an amazing job and just take it day by day. Congratulations and if you ever want a private chat to rant ect feel free to message me x

 

[kellyc1987]

I suffered with PND/Anxiety after my son was born, feeling very low and feeling like he would be better off living with somebody else, constantly worrying he had things wrong with him and feeling like we weren't bonding. I tried to get over it on my own, I had a lot of support and moved in with my mum for a while but I just couldn't so I eventually went to the doctor and got some medication (which I'm still on) it helped me massively and there was no judgement at all from the doctor or HV. As previous poster said if you fancy a chat feel free to PM me

It must be hard having twins and another little one but I'm sure you're doing a great job, try to keep your chin up and take as much support as family and friends offer.

 

[AP]

It took me a while to approach my doctor but I realised that approaching a GP is the right choice , not just you but your family. The doctor never probed, she gave me a questionnaire to fill in and agreed that perhaps I could be helped with some antidepressants. It will be more of a relief than you think xxx