Is this normal?

[TwinkleMerrick]

I have a 7 week old baby, and I can't stop thinking about how something terrible could happen to her or someone is going to take her away from me.

It's taken me a long time to have this baby, lots of failed relationships and broken promises. I've never been so happy in my life as now, But I'm constantly worried something terrible is going to happen and I will be left heart broken again.

A few years back my childhood best friend lost her 9 year old son to an Asthma attack. I stood by her in the hospital when they turned his life support off, and I am still supporting her through her mourning. I have seen how awful it is to lose a child. When I listen to the news, all I hear are stories of children being hurt and their lives cut short and it terrifies me.

I try to put it to the back of my mind but I feel like I'm becoming more and more anxious. I have suffered with anxiety and panic attacks before, I'm worried this is going to develop into something I can't control. Has anybody me else felt like this after having a baby? Any tips or advice?

Thanks X

Post Natal Anxiety is a thing. I had it too but didn't recognise that it was something to be helped.

You need to see the GP as there is help out there for you opx

It's normal to be worried about a new baby. Just remind yourself that it is very unusual in this country for a child to die, and there are lots of health professionals to help you if you have specific concerns - you can ask at baby clinic appointments and you can always phone 111 for health issues too.

Just an idea - you might be interested in a Buddhist type approach to parenting - try googling Buddhist parent. It might help with anxiety.

The things we read about in the news are not happening to everyone all the time.

The way you're feeling is not healthy, but it is also not unusual. Go to the GP as soon as you can. They will advise as they see women with this type of pry often and know how to help.

Problem, not pry!