I can empathise, so sleep, breastfeeding constantly, no support from anyone.  But things do get better.  It is great that you have recognised your depression and anxiety.

Perhaps you could talk to a psychologist about this - they will not throw it back in your face and could at least provide you with some emotional support.  I know it will be hard to find the time, but might be well worth it.. also if things get really tough, perhaps call a support line (eg parentline or lifeline if you are in australia).  At least there will be someone supportive to talk to.

Joining a playgroup was what ?I did - worked well for me - my bub was only a few month old - so he didn't really play but I was able to talk to other mums and not feel so alone.

Good luck. Don't give up! You are doing your best.

You are in a very tough situation.  I know you know you need sleep but that sounds hard to do.  Men react that way if they don't know what to do but honestly he sounds severe and harsh. So people that don't know how or what to do will pull away and you need to find the right help.  You have gone through a lot dear Lady and you deserve to find some peace and support.  You fought so hard to get over the pnd and I can see why you are having depression and anxiety!!  Look towards your doctor and seek out support groups. For right now you need to pull in and gain some strength.  Even if that means moments for youself,read or a coffee or shower,anything you can claim for you. Get a little peace behind you then go after what you need Sweety!  Life will be better and you will find the way.  You need not face attack and having anything thrown back at you.  You should be proud of what you have been through and know you'll come through this the loving Mother you are and a person who needs and deserves better!! Best of luck.

Hi there. I just saw your question as I was heading off to bed but I have been through something similar to you and would like to be of help - even if I'm just someone to talk to. Feel free to minti mail me privately and I will get on tomorrow sometime to hopefully offer a bit more advice!! Hang in there sweetie!!

Love Samantha xox

Make a doctors appointment and do it first thing tomorrow, they will steer you in the right direction.  It is hard enough without your partner being so uncaring and unsupportive, you really don't need someone to be saying things like that.  But for now you need to concentrate on you, and then your children.  Good luck.

Hey hun I'm currently living with an anxiety disorder so I understand how things can seem all too much sometimes and you just need to 'escape' from everything. It doesn't help that you have these feelings around someone who doesn't support you. He needs to go. He doesn't support you and he doesn't support the kids, he needs to be out of your life. Trust me, when you are around negative people in a negative environment and you feel trapped with anxiety, you can think of some pretty bad and unthinkable things. You need to be with positive people, friendly people and people who are willing to help you, support you, love you and listen to you. A psychologist visit can change things. Please don't think that your kids will be taken away if you still suffer from PND. So long as you aren't harming your kids, social workers will provide you with as much support as they can give you. Including have a nurse coming to visit you at your home to help you with the kids, free of charge, there is a sleep centre you can go to for a week to give you a break and be around supportive people, there are support groups and most people on here will give you a hand or an ear.

Aw sweetie, do not give up! Go see a doctor asap... He/she will refer you to a counsellor or phsychologist. I too have anxiety attacks, and I know how bloody terrifying they can be... That pig of a "man" needs to be told to leave. How dare he speak to you in that way! You can get through this, and if you want to minti mail me, please do so... I promise to keep it confidential... I have had a violent ex, and I had a complete break down 5 years ago, but am nearly 100% better now, but I too have felt the way you feel now, and you really need to try to be strong, and find a good doctor please...

You can start by sitting on your bed and taking a very deep breath may be a quite a few.  How old are your children?  Dont give up!!!  Its a very lonely position to be in I know.  Have you got a family friend who could mind  the kids for a few hours just to give you a break that you can perhaps have a nap.  your partner doesnt sound very nice or able to understand your frustration perhaps you could go to councilling as a unit to help with this - but I am guessing not quite yet - you need to be in the right place for that and you aren't at present.

Can you see a doctor, or a councillor just for yourself, speak to someone out of the family.  Its good that you have identified that you need some help.... when you are on the way down you never seem to notice that there is anything wrong.

Things will hopefully get better.

Dont give up, I have been ther before and it isnt worth it and your children need you. Please dont pay attention to your partner darl, I had a boyfriend like that and believe me you are much better without him. Partners are supposed to help and make you feel good about yourself and not kick you when you are down. Is their a friend or family member that you could stay with tonight, untill tomorrow when you could get to see a doctor. Please Reply