So I had my baby girl 3 months ago during the beginning i felt completely fine mentally and now im feeling like I am doing a bad job as a mom and i can’t really sleep at night when she sleeps , on top of that im anxious with a lot of what im doing, and my emotions either hate me or im barely happy. I love my baby so much looking at is the only thing that makes me feel decently happy. Are these normal emotions to have ? (She’s my first)
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I felt like that when my daughter was really little. And sometimes it still comes back and hits me. But she's a year and a half now, and those feelings have subsided a lot. Having a good support system in your partner and family really helps, and being able to talk to someone about these feelings. Just know you are doing a great job, and you are your worst critic. Keep your chin up!
I’m a single mom and I live with my parents they leave all the time and my bd sends money

You might try seeing if your insurance covers any sort of counseling so you can talk to someone. Or talk to your OB's office. It may be a sign of post-partum depression, and that needs to be addressed.