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PP Depression

lovelyrose11
lovelyrose11 Posts: 609 Member
edited February 3 in Social Groups
I just want to offer some support for anyone going through a bit of PP depression. I just had my 2nd baby 8 1/2 months ago. With my 1st son I had depression but hid it. My mother also passed away around this time and I didn't want anyone to "worry" about me. Well, with my 2nd baby sure enough I went into severe depression again. When my hubby went to work I would cry all day. I was exercising and eating quite healthy and even that wasn't lifting my mood. I tried my best to hide it. Yes, the depression got better in the following months but never quite went away. Finally, a month ago my hubby "outted me." He said he knew something was wrong and I needed help. I went to see a therapist and after a few sessions she suggested a prescription. I was very against it at first but realized it may be what's best for me since severe depression issues run in my family. It has helped!!!! I am so glad I did it.

I am sharing this because if anyone here is battling PP depression PLEASE get help! It doesn't always have to be meds. It could be just talking to a therapist or a close friend. But, please do not ignore the signs.

That is all. I was just hoping to encourage some mothers out there!!!

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  • jmcreynolds91
    jmcreynolds91 Posts: 777 Member
    Thanks for mentioning this. I have 2 kids, with the first, I had some baby blues and even worse with my second daughter. I would cry in the shower for the first couple of weeks and it finally got better. I think this topic is not talked about enoughand hope that if mothers are feeling this way, it is best to get help with it. Good luck to all you mommies! :)
  • etmeum
    etmeum Posts: 23
    Thanks for sharing the story. I came on to the message board today after 2 months away from MFP. During the past 2 months, I went into the depression after my 2nd son, at least this is how my husband calls it.

    I am still struggling to be happy every single day. I work from home and take care of my second one. Now, I have hired babysitter to help me with all the things I need to accomplish and hopefully this is going to help me going forward.

    I am an emotional eater and I have gained back the weight I lost.

    Hopefully, I can find some support in the board to help me deal with my emotions.

    Again, thanks for sharing your story.
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