Sundown scaries - loneliness
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Wow!! I feel exactly this!! The anxiety of knowing it’s getting Dark is unreal!! I feel better during the day but the loneliness is horrible!! Never felt like this before so it’s hit me bad especially week 2 and 3…I’m week 5 now and don’t feel as upset about everything but still not felt g great..getting out for a walk during the day has helped a bit but I’m just hoping feel better as time goes on…it’s hard when everyone says enjoy this newborn stage!! But that’s difficult when feel so down!! Hope u feel better soon hun your not alone xxx
I think try to get out, even if it isn't to a group or anything. With my first I didn't get out much at the start and it wasn't good for my mental health. This time I started going out from 4 days. Don't get me wrong I'm home a lot, Mon & Tues this week I was home except drop off and pick up for toddler. Today I went to a coffee morning, then walked to town, went to baby friendly place to feed baby etc, had lunch in town then came home. Even just seeing people helps. I've also messaged some of my friends to come and visit when they are free, like 1-2 a week. Could you visit/invite nct friends? Just go for a walk, go to a coffee shop?
sounds like me! my parents live an hour and a half away and i also worked from home before maternity. always here if you fancy a chat! xx
You're not alone I feel the exact same. My husband goes back to work soon (I was lucky because he took extra time off). I'm absolutely dreading it! I plan to start baby classes in the new year when baby is a little older. X
@karen omg I get anxiety as it goes dark, knowing I'm in for another night of no sleep and being alone! X
@Beth me too, dread the evenings. I worry too that I can't get everything done. X
We're all in the same boat! I'm up from 3am as we do shifts between us! So if anyone ever wants to chat feel free to msg me!
I don’t have any tips, I’m going through the exact same thing! My little one is 2 weeks old! Here if you want a chat x