Worried about PND
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I work in a perinatal mental health service and to be honest what you’re describing doesn’t sound like depression, but rather just normal emotions and feelings in the third trimester, as well as difficult social situations (sorry about your dad). However, if you or a family member think you are depressed (loss of enjoyment of things you used to be interested in, self harm or suicidal thoughts, difficulty sleeping or wanting to sleep all the time, feelings of worthlessness, tearfulness, prolonged low mood, anxiety) then please contact your GP who can refer you for support
Thank you I think I'm just feeling a bit overwhelmed, no one could have warned me how painful and tiring this part of pregnancy is. I'm so hoping I feel better once baby is here
I agree with Amy! It doesn’t sound like depression, just a lot of overwhelming situations. However do make sure you keep an eye on it once baby arrives or ask someone else you trust to. And be open with your health visitor too. I had a few stressful situations around birth, my dad had a tumour removed that we were waiting on tests for which could impact me. I had a big ordeal with high blood pressure two days before my due date which was messy. Then my partner had an issue with his family business that put a lot of pressure on us. I got very overwhelmed and thought I had PND. I was incorrectly out on antidepressants really hastily and I brought myself off them and I’m now fine. Just needed time to adjust and needed support. My health visitor is amazing!
My story is exactly the same as yours apart from father being ill ,I’ve just turned 39 weeks and a super easy pregnancy but now feel so incredibly overwhelmed with all the things I want to do in preparation for the babies arrival and feel like I’m so ready to stop being pregnant but not ready for the baby to arrive also so frustrated that my exhaustion is getting in the way of doing more work around the house. I calm myself down by telling myself that it’s a normal to feel emotional and cry over little things at this stage our hormones are in overdrive preparing for labour . My inbox is always open if you need another rant at any time of the day or night!💕
@Anne-Marie I think this is it, I just finished work yesterday and I have been so busy and distracted and the nesting kicked in weeks ago so I'm all ready for her to be here but suddenly with the time to kill I've gone "now what?" I can't stand time off work if I don't have scheduled things to do and baby will keep me busy and give me less time to think all day. I've had a couple of things to sort today and all I could do is get in the bath and have a 2 hour nap at lunchtime. I am used to being able to drive everywhere, being on my feet all day, keeping everything running and not feeling like I need help ever. I'm usually so self sufficient and active. I love and miss exercise but can barely get off the couch anymore which must be bringing my mood down more if it's usually my tool for feeling happy 🫠
Have you had your baby yet? I’m 2 days away from due date but no signs still🤪
I’m sorry you feel this way. It sounds to me that you’re going through a lot, whilst being heavily pregnant. You’re hormonal, and have a lot of external stress, you’re bound to feel emotional! It’s totally normal, and not a sign of depression. This is a challenging time, physically and emotionally. Try and prioritise self-care at this time! You’re so close to the end of pregnancy, hang in there girl! X