I've been forgotten about

[mylittlesandwich]

I've been battling PND and anxiety for a while now. The perinatal mental health team want to sign me off every time I speak to them. I constantly have to chase appointments that they've said they'll send but don't. I just feel like I'm constantly bothering them when they think I'm fine.
My health visitor is lovely and I was really looking forward to seeing her tomorrow. I developed a cough and so called her to let her know that I had been tested and had a negative result. She said that the guidelines stated that as I tested negative she could come but I could feel her reluctance. I asked if she'd rather wait and she said yes so now DS 8 month checks are being done at much nearer 9 months.
I just feel like a burden, I feel all these professionals would rather I would just say that I'm fine and go away. I'm on antidepressants and I would have liked to find ways to cope on my own so I could come off them.

So sorry to hear you feel forgotten, and by the sounds of it, not heard.

Coming off antidepressants can be harder than starting them, and it would be a good idea to talk to your GP. Could you ask to be put on the waiting list for counselling? Also, does the charity Mind operate near you? They do offer some great support for mums with PND.

Are your close family or friends aware of how you’re feeling?

Take care of yourself.