Advice for Going out anxiety

Are you breastfeeding at all? And i say at all because literally it takes the smallest bit to protect baby - so even babies who are mostly formula but get a couple of ounces from Mama are protected so well!

That helped me feel confident going out. Also, having wipes to clean off surfaces helped me feel in control. Really, exposure is good to build up their immune system!

I started by going on walks and running errands with my baby! I normally do baby wearing in public so he’s really close to me and it is a lot easier to navigate some spaces without a stroller (like getting groceries and not having to push two things at once).

Otherwise I’d say look at some PPA support groups near you—or find some ig pages and Facebook groups dedicated to it if that’s more your speed! There’s a lot of help out there and don’t think you’re ever the only one struggling. We all gotta support each other.

I’m struggling with the same thing - taking walks with stroller when I can, I want to go out with my 5 month old at times but feel overwhelmed and unsure about everything.

@Whitney yea, I'm pumping. I'll really try to convince myself he's protected. Carrying wipes is a good idea. Covid really messed me up in terms of anxiety. I didn't worry about getting sick before 😕

@Selena D. I also feel like I'm so busy trying to keep up with chores so it's easy to make excuses not to go out. 😮‍💨 but I really don't want to be like this forever

@Hannah I like to baby carry, but sometimes he gets upset in it and I'm also worried about him making a big fuss wherever we are (social anxiety too lol) and I'll look for some groups. Thank you for the advice 💙

My baby got Covid at 2.5 months and was fine! She also recently had a little cold and did great! They have to build immunity somehow. You LO will be fine. I’m sure getting out will be good for both of you

@Jenn I'm so glad she did so good. I've just seen too much (I'm a nurse and sometimes float to Peds) but it does help to know that It's not always that bad. And that even if he did get sick, (i guess when he gets sick) he will be okay..
Just hurts

@Janice, my husband and I (and technically my 2 yo) all had covid over christmas. But because i was pumping my 6 mo never got it, and i gave my 2 yo my breastmilk she never had symptoms or even slowed down 😂😉. So even the littlest bit helps littles SO much!

But if you're having overwhelming anxiety about leaving the house in general, talk to your doctor. You might have PPA (i did with my first - and it's so hard ❤️)

thank you so much

I go out and leave the house for 3-6 hours with him everyday! My best advice is get a stroller wrap cover, it covers him when I’m out while he’s sleeping and keeps strangers away from touching him! Also always leave the house with a full bottle. If he starts to cry in public I just put the bottle in his mouth and use the stroller one handed! We go everywhere and these two things help me

Oh Im so sleepy I didn’t realize it’s a scared thing over sickness!! We got Rsv at 3 months ago now and it wasn’t fun but it wasn’t terrible unlike some other cases, the biggest thing I just keep in mind though is we can’t bubble wrap our babies! Everyone in the world gets sick and it’s just a matter of time, better to venture out in the world and make fun memories than sit on my couch! Good luck sweetie I hope you’ll make the jump and the anxiety will settle for you

@Amanda I really appreciate both your comments. You go out 3 to 6 hours??
I know everyone gets sick .. its just hard. And I don't want to miss out, which I feel like I'm doing. Yea... we spend most of our time alternating rooms and living room 😅
What do you guys do on your outings?

yes and I would say most days it’s 6ish hours were out unless I’ve got laundry at home to get going!! Normally we go walking around the mall, Tj max, Michael’s, Target, hobby lobby! We always always go to the book store or library daily, there’s a little corner for kids and I read books to him! Sometimes we go out for lunch with my dad and mom or I go visit my husbands parents too! Just anything to get moving and to get out of the house🙂

@Amanda wow that is so cool! I actually went out today! Went to a family storytime thing at the library 😊 I was super awkward and anxious about getting sick, but I did it!
I'm gonna try to take him out more.