I don’t like my baby

your feelings are valid. that sounds so exhausting. do you have any close friends or family who could give you a break?

It's really hard when they won't stop crying! Do you have a partner, family or friends who can help? Have you been able to do anything for yourself even if it's something small?

@Gianna i have but when they take her all I can do is count down the hours until I’ve got her again. And then when she’s back I just feel depressed all over again. I just feel so horrible because I wanted a baby so bad and now she’s here I just want her to go away

@Lianna yeah but I just don’t feel like myself whatever I do. Everything I used to love doing I just don’t enjoy anymore

maybe you should try doing some relaxing activities while your alone! also have you tried talking to her pediatrician about the crying? it could be something making her so fussy

I feel like this some days, you are not alone. Being a mam is hard work x

I understand not enjoying what you used to love. That's something I've struggled with too. When you're able to have someone else watch your baby, maybe try to do something relaxing or even something productive to get your mind off of everything if possible.

It’s hard when they’re crying a lot. Can you get some mental health support or counselling? It might be good to contact your GP or health visitor and tell them how you’re feeling, so that you can get support. It’s a huge adjustment- becoming a parent- and many women struggle with depression and anxiety. But there are ways to treat it. Meds and talking therapy a support groups, etc…

Lack of sleep and constant crying is hard. All I can say is things do get easier and more rewarding so hang in there. You could also be suffering with postnatal depression. I recommend speaking to your doctor. There are perinatal mental health teams who are there to help mums through this very difficult period. Sending my best wishes to you xx

It’s bloody TOUGHHHHHHH but it does get mildly easier

You need help

Hey sorry you're struggling at the moment 😓 how long have you felt like this, how old is your baby and where abouts are you in the UK? X

Hey lovely, sounds like it might be a good idea to speak to your health provider about how you’re feeling. Please don’t feel that you shouldn’t reach out to them, the way you’re feeling is actually very common and your healthcare professionals are here to help! Hang in there, with a little bit of support things can improve so much, much love ♥️

@Ellie my baby is 5 weeks old so she’s still quite new. I’ve felt like this ever since I got the baby blues so 5 days pp and im from Liverpool x

@Ewa thank you ❤️

Your baby is still very new. It is extremely overwhelming at the start and that is an understatement. I’m also from Liverpool. If you let me know which area you’re in I can help find local baby groups. I’ve found that connecting with other mums helps. There are some lovely classes around or free activities like library rhyme times/pram walks that you can do when you feel ready to leave the house xx

@Clare im from old swan xx

Sounds like post partum depression, I’d talk to your doctor if possible

This sounds like PPD to me hun, so absolutely speak to your GP x

Sorry you’re feeling this way, it definitely sounds like post parting depression, I think you should speak to your doctor ❤️