Hi there,
I am 16wks pregnant with my 2nd child and am lying in bed after yet another night of no sleep. It has been getting progressively worse, so much so that I now have severe anxiety and panic attacks. My husband is currently off work to help look after my 2year old as I have days where I can't do anything. Things came to a head last week when I visited my midwife who saw I was in such a high anxiety state that I saw a gp straight away. They have put me on a low dose of diazepam and have referred me to the perinatal team for help. I'm so exhausted and can see no joy in the future. I feel if I could get a few nights sleep it would make all the difference. I feel I could fall asleep but when I shut my eyes I get a nervous feeling in my stomach and chest that wakes me. My first pregnancy wasn't like this but bonding with this baby has been hard this time. I need help now!!! I have tried relaxation, hypnotherapy, camomile tea, etc.
Sorry for long rant. Needed to get it off my chest, soooooo tired