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First time mums

Just had a baby

Hi everyone, I just had a baby 5 days ago and I also have a 20 month old toddler. I’m 5 days post-partum and I feel like I’m drowning. My toddler doesn’t seem to like me as much and is always with her dad. I want to cry because I miss holding her. She doesn’t want to sit with me or give me any hugs and kisses. I’m finding it difficult to bond with the new baby. I feel like I’m failing as a mother. I feel depressed and have so much anxiety. My body is in so much pain and I can’t put in effort for both my children.
Did anyone else feel so depressed after giving birth? Please let me know.