Re: depressed?
anonymous

Question:

my partner seems to think im depressed and so does my mum supposedly, but  dont feel depressed. how would i tell wouldnt i more then likely know seeing as im me and im not in denial cos if i am

i want to fix it. i stay up til the am hrs from the newborn and im up around 11 when my tot wakes me i dont do much around the house and i dislike my newborn for the way she came to be. but i dont think bout hurting me or anyone else. so could it be that they are right or is this just nothing?

sorry if its confusing

My Advice:

It does sound a little like post-natal depression. but get scared off by labels, just remember it's not your fault!

There are apparently many reasons women feel depressed and detached after the birth of a child. It can be physical - lack of sleep, stress, hormones. It can be emotional - low self-esteem, trauma. it can even be triggered by social issues like isolation, problems with family members..

there is obviously some unresolved issues in regards to the birth and /or conception of the child that you might like to seek some assistance in resolving later. But as for your lack of energy and motivation, your lack of bonding with the child, that is something you could talk about with a health nurse at your local community health centre.

You might even like to take a look on this site, it has some good advice on parenting and child health:  www.cyh.com

Just remember you are not alone

traceywestaway