Anxious about baby

I had this, it's a mix of hormones and fight and flight as you are protective of your baby. I spoke to a therapist to help me calm it down but most people say it just calms down over time so don't worry it's normal, hard but normal xx

Yes I felt the same at the start, it’s the hormones and yes it will go away ! Stay strong x

Your hormones took a big dip after delivery. Emotions are running high all over the place. I remember I would just cry for no apparent reason middle of the night. You are doing great! Enjoy the cuddles with the baby.

I mean.... I wouldn't say it goes away, just changes. There's always something. SIDS, genetics, choking, head bumps, falls, scrapes, allergies, school, playground, parks, bullies, sleepovers, parties, drinking, heartbreak, drugs, job security, lifestyle choices... you always worry about your kid, but you learn to trust them as time goes on, and while you still worry, it just becomes a part of you. You learn not to let it consume you - and I think that's an important balance to learn as a parent - but it will still keep you listening for them to come home safe and sound from that house party. 💜 Probably not what you want to hear but I'm learning to live with it. 😅

Yes and no. Yes it's normal, no it doesn't really stop. You're a mum, you're always going to be worried something is going to happen. There is no harm in talking to someone about your anxiety, especially if it starts affecting your sleep.

Normal , it eventually faded for me

That happened to me too. It’s called postpartum anxiety!! And yes, it absolutely gets better. I promise you will get through it and start to enjoy this time

@Ellie if I had read this when I was experiencing real Postpartum anxiety it would have really scared me. That kind of anxiety is illogical and all consuming. But basic anxiety about your child being safe is always there forever lol. This is different. And it doesn’t last forever.

@Kelsey Saksa there is nothing in the post that suggests ppa. The OP asked if it's normal to feel anxious or even increased anxiety after birth, yes it is normal. I work with people who still have nightmares about their children getting hurt and they're in their 70s, 80s+. That anxiety never goes away. If it starts to affect your sleeping and other areas of life, that's when it becomes bigger than normal and you should really go see someone for support.

@Ellie I think you’re confused.

Definitely normal and gets better over time!

There is always something to worry about with your baby however, the intense anxiety does calm down. A week in I would absolutely panic about everything and couldn't manage a walk without feeling terrified something would happen. However, it does fade into the normal new mum and normal parent worry. The hormone drop post Partum is the biggest any human ever experiences and it sends everything wild!

@Bethan exactly!!

It’s normal and it honestly never goes away when you’re a mum. I have an 11 year old and still worry something will happen. BUT it’s always really strong after you have a baby. Once they grow a little and are able to do more things it’ll ease your mind abit as you can see them getting stronger 🤍