1 week post partum after emergency c section and can’t stop crying and worried not having the instant love feeling for baby, is this normal or should I be concerned ? The tears just won’t stop
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after birth (of any kind, including c sections) your body goes through the biggest hormone crash of your life. it sounds like you might be struggling with postpartum depression. lots of mums do, like Jasmin said it's very common, and there are lots of resources for it. i would reach out ASAP to your gp or midwife team, whichever you want to start with, and tell them exactly what you just told us. they will get you help so you can get some relief and also get the emotional space to be able to bond with your baby who you have just worked so hard to bring into this world. you don't need to go through this alone and you deserve support, same as the thousands of mothers who get help for this precise experience every year ❤️

It can be normal but please don’t be afraid to reach out to a professional, health visitor, midwife, GP etc. It’s so easy to fall into PP anxiety/depression/psychosis so just please ask for help if you feel you need it. Take care 🫶🏻
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Hi,
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Did anyone else take their baby out at 4 weeks?
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What does the 6 week check include?
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