I had my first pp period when my baby was 6 months old, she is now nearly 9 months and I have had two periods. My baby is breastfed and has been since birth, although she does have some solids now.
Since my period returned I am extremely anxious. I worry a lot of the time to the point it consumes me, I feel sick and can’t eat properly. I would previously worry about similar things but it wouldn’t consume me and I could rationalise my thoughts and stop worrying. I sometimes have a few days to a week where I feel back to normal.
Reading online it seems to suggest postpartum anxiety is worrying about your baby, but this isn’t something I worry about. If anything I feel most calm when I am with my children.
I have also noticed since my period returned my hair and skin are oily and I am getting spots to my chin and cheeks, which makes me think its all hormone related. I have started to track my cycle but it’s irregular so far.
Has anyone else had this? Specifically when period returned pp? If so what helped you? Did it pass eventually?
Any advice appreciated. Thanks.