How do you navigate being overstimulated?

Hey everyone! So I’m a first time mom and i struggle with anxiety, panic attack disorder, PTSD and Bipolar and with that being said how do you often navigate the emotional roller coasters, mental breakdowns and stress? Because I need some tips on self care while also trying to care for a child how can I do for me and a baby? I’m currently still pregnant but I’m trying to prepare myself mentally and emotionally

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One of the recommendations some hospitals give is to come up with a "crying plan" - as in, what you are going to do when you get overwhelmed and overstimulated with baby crying. If you pass them to your partner maybe have a confirmation you can say to each other so that your partner knows you need the break and need to check out for a bit (I knew someone who, when he and his wife passed the baby between them, they would say "your baby" and "my baby" as confirmation that the parent currently holding the baby is going to be the primary parent and take full responsibility for the child until the other parent is good to go again). I know other parents who utilize gyms for the associated childcare - they get a break, work out, go for a run, or even just to shower. If you don't have the support, all else failing, put baby down in a safe place like their crib for ten minutes to regroup if you need to. Even if they are crying. They will survive. A crying baby is an alive baby.

Thank you so much that definitely helped a lot

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