@stephaniep2689 I'm so sorry you feel this way, momma. This does sound more extreme than is 'typical' - especially being too tired to pump for your baby and feeling like you want to quit. Those are red flags - please speak to someone. Your daughter needs a healthy momma and you deserve relief from these feelings. You are not weak - it takes an emotionally strong person to admit they can't handle something on their own.

@ek620, I feel like it has gotten worse. I just want to quit sometimes it’s just too much on my mind right now. But thank you so much for listening and giving me advice. I will speak to someone and hope to get better for my daughters sake.

@godspromises2018, You’re not an MD, nor am I. Because if that, it’s best to err on the side of caution and encourage her to speak with her doctor. It’s great that you think she “will be fine” and all, but the reality is that you don’t know her nor are you qualified to decide if she’s having a typical postpartum experience. Being dismissive of a new mother clearly in distress is inappropriate. We should always encourage women to speak with their doctors, especially if they feel as though something is off.

@stephaniep2689, The newborn stage is stressful, exhausting, emotional, and for me, downright awful... but... it seems like your emotions are on the extreme side. Hopefully your doctor will say that everything is normal, but either way it’s worth checking with your doctor for your daughter’s sake!

@ek620, thank you so much for your kind words. I just want to be like how I used to be but it’s so difficult. It’s gotten so bad that I no longer breast pump because I’m always too tired. I will speak to someone and hopefully I can get better. I just can’t stop feeling like how I’m feeling and expressing my feelings just makes me feel weak as much as everyone tells me it’s not. But I thank you so much for listening and responding truly means a lot to me.

@godspromises2018, it’s hard. And these feelings are too much for me to

Be honest. I want to be the best for

Her but I don’t feel like I am. I love kids and i always wanted to have a baby but now having my daughter I’ve just been feeling like crap.

Despite what other posters may say, none of us are qualified to say whether you’re feeling “normal” or not. Please speak to a qualified professional about this. Good luck & we are here for you.

@stephaniep2689, I’m not an expert and have never experienced PPD, but this seems like more than the typical baby blues experience. If your family seems concerned then that makes me worry, too. You are not weak if you seek out help. You’re doing the best thing for your daughter. I urge you to speak to your OB. He/she can help determine whether further help is needed. Having PPD is nothing to be ashamed of and nothing that should make you feel weak. This is something that many women experience. Please talk to your doctor to find out what’s best for you & your daughter.

@sparkly_unicorn_, I’m sorry you’re going through it as well. It’s a horrible feeling

@ek620, I haven’t yet. Idk if should wait to see my Obgyn and let her know. But my sisters are worried that it’s getting worse. I feel weak even thinking about speaking to someone or even posting this but idk what else to do. I keep looking at my daughter and can’t stop crying

Have you seen a professional? This seems beyond the typical baby blues. I think it’s worth talking to a doctor.

That’s me i am pregnant:(