extreme anxiety

[Sukhino24]

Hello!
Ive always had some anxiety issues but ever since my son was born 2 years ago my anxiety levels have shot through the roof.
It started when he had reflux and wouldnt sleep and i felt totally out of control. Since then ive been so neurotic, worried, control freakish and I dont sleep well, often having bouts of Insomnia (even though my baby sleeps).

All this is really taking its toll on me. I feel like i have chronic fatigue, and i'm feeling depressed (even though i have nothing to feel bad about), i also keep having irrational thoughts about my partner or son dieing or being taken away.

I'd like to know if anyone else has had a similar experience when becoming a parent and how they managed it.

My husband wants another baby and im scared it will tip me over the edge.

Im thinking of going to the doctors.

Thanks x

Please go to the doctors, they will help, lots of people have anxiety myself included, mine started with a baby that wouldn't sleep that baby is 37 now. I've had it on and off since, there is no shame in getting help, when you talk to people about anxiety, loads of them have it or have experience of it.

OP please go to your GP, lots of new mums get anxiety after the birth it's nothing to be ashamed of. They will be able to help and you will be better after their help.

Go to the GP who can help. I was very similar to yourself. I had bad anxiety triggered by my eldests difficult labour and reflux as a young baby. I was given medication and also got counseling through work.

I went onto have another child. He had absolutely none of the issues my eldest had with reflux. Although I'm glad I learned all the things that worked to sooth my eldest, like a dummy, holding him upright etc. Because they worked so well with my youngest.

Thank you so much. I went to the GP yesterday and got some medication and on the list for some counselling. My experience with counselling through the system in the past has not been great but I am willing to give it a go. It's nice to know I am not the only one, it can feel very isolating.

You're not alone here.
I'm exactly the same, always been a slight worrier but since having first baby it's a whole different level, also worry lots about baby and partner dying.
The medication helps but there are also lots of ways to try and control your anxiety yourself, I've actually found exercising really helps me! And there are certain breathing exercises that you can do whilst laying in bed to help you relax and fall asleep.
Also hoping for another baby soon, but would like to be off the meds first! Fingers crossed
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