Baby blues or PPD?
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I went through this, mine lasted a while. From birth, I was too exhausted to have a connection but I knew I was gonna protect him. I struggled in the first few weeks, I would cry for no reason at all, my son felt like a stranger, I felt alone even when I was occupied looking after him, I was emotionally and physically drained. I spoke to my HV about it and she suggested getting out there, baby groups and all that, wanted referring me for some talking therapy but I asked to hold on. There’s no denying that it is tough especially as first time moms, not knowing what to expect….. but as they grow and begin to coo and interact more with you, the love grows and deepens and you no longer see them as a stranger but a part of you…… I promise you, the love comes and it’s pure and beautiful. You’ll be able to play with your baby and even when you’re so sleep deprived, you’ll love up on your baby. Still speak to your MW and HV. Above all show yourself grace. 🫂🫂🫂
I never experienced that "instant love" and I blamed myself so much for it. What you're going through is absolutely completely normal x
I was like this. I kept thinking it was ppd and was considering going to the gp. However, by day 16 I was fine again. They say if it lasts longer than two weeks then to seek help as it’s probably not baby blues. Speak to the midwife and health visitor and see what they say Do you have people to reach out too? Make it known that you need some extra support. It takes a village x