It's been a minute since I've posted. If you're new here, head on over to my About Me page to learn a little bit about who I am & what Within Our Walls is all about.
Anywho, today let's get in some #realtalk tonight. Let me just tell you that postpartum depression & anxiety ain't no joke, in case you were wondering. I had an amazing pregnancy (for the most part), & I was so excited to be a mom. But bringing home my little bundle of joy proved to be so much more difficult than I anticipated.
I felt myself spiraling out of control, calling my husband almost daily to come home early. He's the best & never complained when I needed him, thankfully.
Going back to work was a dream for me. I got some "me" time & enjoyed coming home to see my little boy. But when he wouldn't do what I expected him to (i.e. go to sleep right on time without a fight, sleep through the night, etc. etc. etc.) I'd find myself quickly getting frustrated. Finally, I came to terms with the fact that what I was experiencing wasn't just "baby blues".
I went to the doctor and learned that my feelings were normal. Postpartum hormones are wacky, folks. And sometimes getting that balance back in your life takes some help to boost you along. Reaching out for help shouldn't be shameful or embarrassing, it should be empowering.
The easiest way to lose control is to ignore the warning signs and not reach out.
So, mamas, talk to a friend, reach out to a doctor or a midwife, lean on your significant other, call your mom. Do what will help you the most. At the end of the day, it all comes down to this: you can do this. It may not come as naturally as you imagined, and it may not be the most glamorous gig in the world (#spitup), but you got this!
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