Thoughts on therapy?

I did! And I am also a therapist! It’s so good to have someone to emotionally vomit on. 😊

I started therapy while I was pregnant with my second baby. It helped a lot. I had a pre existing anxiety disorder, therapy helped me to cope and manage my symptoms

Do what you have to. I been in counseling since i was 10 so i been seeing someone long before i had my daughter

I LOVE IT! It has helped me so much.

I agree. Therapy is great. Also I am feeling the exact same as you. Baby is 3 months its winter and I'm going stir crazy. There is only so much my husband can hear about how I did laundry and tummy time. Lol. Post partum anxiety is a beast.

Ship it. Love it. Do it! I've been in therapy for almost 10 years and I know how much it helps me!

I did it was rough for me nothing wrong with it

I think that therapy is always beneficial, and if you have the opportunity why not? Especially after transitioning into parenthood.

I have been in therapy for years and love it! It was one thing that helped with my post partum anxiety

Definitely do it!! It feels good to talk to someone with an outside perspective! I totally recommend it to ANYONE!!

I stared therapy after my first son was born and it was the best decision of my life! I have gone on and off the last 5 years. Defiantly find someone you like and can relate to though, don't be afraid to interview potential therapists.

Absolutely! Therapy has made me a better mom. I'm so much more aware.

I have been in and out of counseling for a long time, and I think it's a super powerful tool. I would absolutely recommend going.

Wha kind of therapy?

Therapist here, so I’m biased 😸. It can be extremely helpful to talk to another human being that’s doesn’t have a bias (partner, friend, family) and has knowledge/education around what your experiencing. Such good self-care and can translate to several areas of your life. It can take a bit to find a therapist that’s a good fit but it’s definitely worth it when you do.

I just started going. I had a harder time transitioning to fulltime mom (than I thought I would), and haven't been making time for myself. I'm run down. It's been helpful to have someone knowledgeable to help me organize what's important and goals to focus my energy! I'd try it if you're having a hard time for sure! Can only help!

You can call your insurance and see if they have an over the phone program they can suggest. That's what my insurance set me up with! It was helpful.

Therapy is always a great idea!

Thank you everyone for your support! I’ve read all of your comments and just the idea of taking this step has been a huge step for me! It’s nice to know I’m not alone! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Do it!! You have to take care of yourself in order to be there for your family. Its ROUGH. Make yourself a priority. I went for 12 weeks after I had my baby. Sometimes I felt like it was the only thing keeping me going. It's a chance to vent, reset, get some advice and its judgement free! Hugs!

Im such an advocate but you could say I’m biased. I’m a couples and family therapist in the DFW area that specializes in maternal mental health. Ive worked with expecting and new moms through transitions of motherhood and it doesn’t mean there is a mental illness going on for most of these women’s. Therapy can be more about processing the constant adjustment and changes going on and can be less about diagnoses ❤️.

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Exactly! I just need someone to talk to in a professional setting who won’t judge me. That’s what my husband doesn’t understand and instead he’s taking it personally in a way that makes him feel like I can’t talk to him and that’s not it at all!

I had therapy and CBT within the first 18month of my daughter being born for post-natal anxiety and PTSD following birth trauma. It was amazing. I honestly think everyone should have some counselling- regardless of whether they have any mental health concerns. It’s incredibly enlightening and a way to focus on yourself so you can be the best person that you can be.

It has also helped a lot with the mom guilt and patience I still have a long way to go in the patience department but just gotta take it day by day I would definitely try yoga for sure!!

I have really considered this as well my son is almost 9 months and I work part time but I feel like it's still not enough time to get out and talk to adults I tried to tell my bf that I feel lonely but I don't think they will ever truly understand everything we go through and how we feel it's such an intense change on your mind body and soul so I've been doing yoga and it has helped me so much!! It's just finding time to do more of it!!

This is my exact feeling, have you got any friends who you can talk to? I have a few distant friends who are there to chat with but am here as I think we are both in the same boat atm. Therapy could work it would be finding the time with you LO x

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Yes I do but they are long distance like yourself! I also have three sisters lol but sometimes you just need an outsiders perspective on things.

I definitely understand where you are coming from my first year with my daughter I was so paranoid and I would get lonely at times as well although I’m a single mom I feel as if most moms have the same symptoms and or think the same for the first year

Therapy can be super helpful. I will let you know to be patient and take time to find one you are comfortable with and trust or it won't work. Good luck! In the mean time if you just need some ice cream or wine and an ear, hit me up!

Hi! I had postpartum anxiety and have been on meds for several months now. Got to the point where I really needed something beyond therapy but in general i agree that anyone can benefit from therapy, regardless!

I recommend getting outside with a mom friend and strolling your babies together, as often as possible. Exercise, sunshine and friendship do a mama wonders. And if your friends aren't available, get out there just you and your baby!

Yes! Therapy is good. You are on the right track. It’s so hard to not doubt yourself being a parent.

Therapy saved my life. When my little one was about 2 months, I called my friend to come pick her up so she'd be taken care of until my husband got home so I could go into the bathroom and kill myself. No joke, just that calm. Talking about it helps!!! You are nowhere close to alone!

Hey my daughter is 2 now and im still feeling super lonely. My husband also isnt very understanding and isnt great about talking about feelings. I saw a therapist before i had my kid it was great to just get things off my chest with someone non judgemental. Try to find someone u like. And surround yourself with other moms! 💛 im here as well if you wanna chat.

My LO is a year old and i can definitely relate. A therapist may be a good idea. I have been thinking of seeing one as well. Motherhood can be so overwhelming

Therapy is great! You're not alone. We can chat if you want to talk!

I think therapy is awesome even if you’re not feeling lonely or like you need someone to talk to but definitely when you feel like you need it. I think it’s great to check in with a third-party, unbiased person regularly (which can mean different timeframes for different people).

I'd definitely suggest one. It's nice as a woman/mom to have an outlet where you don't have to fear whatever you say getting back to your family. You can be real and if you find a good one, they will help you along the journey to not feel as lonely and such. :) Best wishes sweet momma! You're not alone. ❤️

I think most people could benefit from therapy on general.

It might not be the same but after I lost mine and my bf’s first baby I went to seek counseling/therapy because I just felt alone. I tried to talk to him but it just wasn’t the same. There’s a place called “Better help” it’s online so you don’t have to worry about going to an office but you can do live chatting, phone calls or video messaging. You can also just message back and forth with the counselor and have check ins. It can go as slow as you want and as fast as you want. Since I found out I’m pregnant again I have a little anxiety and my counselor is helping me deal with it and keep stress levels down. You can always message me as well 💕 hope this helped.

I definitely was very lonely after I had my first child and wish I would have done more. I’m currently pregnant with my second and am in therapy until I go into labor. Has definitely helped.

I went to a therapist once, but it felt weird, never went back. Felt judged.

I hade PPD REALLY bad.. Like I didn't want to hold my daughter... I felt like a horrible human.. I am still seeing a therapist. 8 months later. Please if you're thinking about it go!

Hi Jill, I suffered from post natal depression after each of my babies (Mum of three right here🙋🏻‍♀️) therapy definitely helped along with surrounding myself with positive people who genuinely cared about me. I found it hard to talk to my husband about it as he just didn’t get it. However therapy, good nutrition and good people is what got me through along with the love for my babies ofcourse xx Thinking of you mama

Hi Jill, I highly recommend going to see a therapist. I went through a really dark time over the summer, and to be honest. Therapy saved me. I too suffered from Postpartum depression 8 years ago and I ultimately suffered alone. I didn’t open up. It wasn’t good. If you can, please go talk to someone.

Absolutely! I can almost feel the difference in my stress level if I miss a session with my therapist lol I see her biweekly & it helps so much! You can say what you want& need w.o worrying about hurting someones feelings or them not understanding or self-conscious about what your feeling.

I understand this completely and have always felt my therapist was a good outlet for this situation

Therapy is so helpful at any stage in your life. I highly recommend it!

I went to individual therapy and group therapy. I learned a lot of great ways to manage my stress and communicate what I’m feeling by first understanding my initial feeling towards a situation. I learned about my cognitive behaviors and how they are a factor and what I can do to change them. To put it shortly. Psychological Therapy is necessary for moms. Guiding tiny lives is overwhelming.

In therapy currently and treating PPD. Never be afraid to seek help. Ever. It’s common to feel lonely or isolated during the first year.

I would definitely recommend. As a therapist myself, it’s such a great idea especially as a new mom. I go to therapy myself once a week and I love it. Helps a lot and gives me a place to debrief as my job as a therapist and addiction Counsellor is very stressful. Motherhood is hard, self care is so important. Do it momma :)

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Wow I’ve never heard of a therapist seeing a therapist! Lol that’s awesome and very helpful!!

Yes it helps a lot, everyone needs a therapist, self care is so important and you need to get stuff off your chest :)

Do it! I’ve been going regularly almost a year now. Wish I would’ve started right after I had my first!