I did not get sad after I had Miles. No one was worried about me having PPD. The rare tears I shed were in complete and utter happiness.
One year later, I'm battling depression. Working two jobs, falling on the ice, catching the flu, and being separated from Miles on a daily basis have taken their tole. I cry in the mornings when he leaves. I fight the urge to call and check on him during the day (he's fine!). I cry at night just thinking about leaving him in the morning. I didn't know so much sadness could come from so much joy.
I have been asking other moms if they had any trouble at the 1 year mark. I know my hormones are in limbo from weaning. No one I talk to seems to have experienced the same thing. I hope to get some help from my midwife next week.
I've got to do something. Crying several times a day is exhausting, but I still have trouble getting to sleep. When I do fall asleep, I have crazy dreams. HELP!
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