Irrational fear or post natal anxiety?

[WorriedMum1992]

While I was pregnant I had an irrational fear about crashing my car, especially on the motorway.
Since having my little boy 4 months ago, this seems to have amplified massively but is mainly centred around a fear of falling down the stairs with him in my arms. Is this normal?
Ive been having other irrational thoughts such as what if I accidentally hurt him, or someone else does?
I will worry myself silly with crazy scenarios that will never happen, this happens at least once a day.
I do not in any way want to harm my little boy, he is my world, I'm just so terrified and anxious that something might happen.

Sounds like anxiety or 'pure O', OCD - obsessive thoughts that maybe you'll hurt someone etc.

Is it 'normal'? I'd say in some ways yes, maybe not for the majority but at least for many mothers, but I would seek support from the perinatal health team. This could be in the form of talking therapy or medication, and it will help. You're not alone.

I've looked into pure O and I do t think it's that.
I will speak to someone about it as its starting to bother me now, thankyou for your reply x

I was exactly the same, Worried.

Does it ever get better?

Really recommend seeking professional support. Anna Mathur on Instagram also talks a lot about this issue- she's a psychotherapist. Her Instagram (and also book) are very good.

@purplejungle

Really recommend seeking professional support. Anna Mathur on Instagram also talks a lot about this issue- she's a psychotherapist. Her Instagram (and also book) are very good.

Thankyou, I'm just having a look at her page now 😊

I second the Anna Mathur stuff on intrusive thoughts. Not uncommon at all. But not pleasant for you. I hope it helps.