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Anxious and depressed

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Begoneevil1 · 08/01/2023 21:00

Posted here for traffic, sorry.
Im struggling to function the past week. I have 3 DC, youngest 11m. I’m a single mum. I’m realising just how alone I am after being ill last week. My mum is older and not very hands on with the DC. She’s the only ‘help’ I have really.
I’ve struggled with my MH all through my life but had it more or less under control(20mg citalopram) until recently.I’m short tempered, don’t want to be around anyone, but don’t want to be alone and be the only one looking after the baby who’s breastfed.
I’m sinking but I don’t want to admit it to anyone. My older DC are due back from their dads tomorrow and I’m dreading it. I wish he’d keep hold of them. They are hard work and disobedient. Won’t keep quiet when I’m trying to settle the baby which keeps him awake/wakes him up.
how can I get around this? I just want to feel better again. Up until a week ago I felt great. I should mention I have a fear of vomit, so having been sick last week, that’s probably rocked me. I’ve lost nearly half a stone in a week from not eating

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Whowhatwherewhenwhy1 · 08/01/2023 21:17

You are having a tough time. Can you speak to your ex about helping more?
I would also recommend speaking with your gp and health visitor as soon as possible as they will be able to help. 💐

Begoneevil1 · 08/01/2023 21:39

I’m calling gp tomorrow. Ex is ok… he reluctantly helped out a bit last week shen I was unwell. I don’t want to have to tell him why I need him to help. He’ll hold it against me and no doubt ridicule me too. One of the many reasons I left him

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