Who else feels like this?
I'm 8 weeks postpartum, and lately, I've been struggling with feeling lonely, left out, and forgotten. It seems like everyone checks on the baby, wants to talk about the baby, and asks how he's doing, but sometimes I wish someone would check on me, too. 🥺🤍
I love being Ryder's mama more than words can explain, but I'm still healing, adjusting, and trying to find my place in this new chapter of life. It's possible to be so thankful for your blessings and still have days when your heart feels heavy.
This morning, I listened to Still Waters (Psalm 23) by Leanna Crawford, and it reminded me that even when I feel forgotten by the people around me, God hasn't forgotten me. Psalm 23 reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd and that He can bring us peace even in our darkest valleys. Sometimes, we need that reminder more than we realize. 🙏🏻🤍
I'm sharing this because I know I'm not the only mama who has felt this way. For those who have experienced these feelings postpartum, is there anything I can do to help myself feel less lonely and more like myself again? How did you navigate this season? I'd genuinely appreciate any advice, encouragement, or even just knowing I'm not alone. ❤️
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You are definitely not alone!! My boy, Drew is 4 weeks old and I didn’t leave the house for 3 weeks. Even with my mom coming to help and my husband helping at night, I felt isolated. I still do sometimes. And then I feel guilty, so it’s a cycle.
His birth was pretty traumatic for me and I still can’t talk about it without crying or feeling overwhelmed or anxious. I think that plays a role in the feeling of isolation.
But you are definitely not alone and your feelings are valid!! You are doing amazing, Mama! Don’t forget to put your oxygen mask on first. If you need to go for a walk to breathe for a minute, you’re allowed to ask for help. You’re also allowed to set little one down for 5 minutes (safely of course) and walk away. I had to do this and go yell into a pillow the other day haha. Order some good food that you’ve been craving. Just do something for yourself that makes you feel good!
Here for you!! 🫶🏻
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I'm 8 weeks postpartum, and lately, I've been struggling with feeling lonely, left out, and forgotten. It seems like everyone checks on the baby, wants to talk about the baby, and asks how he's doing, but sometimes I wish someone would check on me, too. 🥺🤍
I love being Ryder's mama more than words can explain, but I'm still healing, adjusting, and trying to find my place in this new chapter of life. It's possible to be so thankful for your blessings and still have days when your heart feels heavy.
This morning, I listened to Still Waters (Psalm 23) by Leanna Crawford, and it reminded me that even when I feel forgotten by the people around me, God hasn't forgotten me. Psalm 23 reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd and that He can bring us peace even in our darkest valleys. Sometimes, we need that reminder more than we realize. 🙏🏻🤍
I'm sharing this because I know I'm not the only mama who has felt this way. For those who have experienced these feelings postpartum, is there anything I can do to help myself feel less lonely and more like myself again? How did you navigate this season? I'd genuinely appreciate any advice, encouragement, or even just knowing I'm not alone. ❤️
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