Anxiety and health anxiety

[Jane1989]

I had a baby 10 weeks ago and it was a complicated delivery and complications with my own health after...I’m suffering really bad with anxiety and health anxiety I can’t stop thinking that something is going to happening me..I’m getting really bad pressure in my head ears nose etc my doctor says it’s from stress and anxiety..has anyone experienced these type of symptoms??i have been to a therapist which I found helpful and had started to get past it but got sick recently only a cold and it brought it all back now I feel I am back to square one it is starting to take over my life again I can’t stop crying and worrying something is about to happen me and I’m fearing all sorts with the headaches and other symptoms I get like tingly sensations..I want to run to the doctor all the time with everything I feel..my time off work is being wasted and I’m not enjoying my baby as much as I want to cuz this is taking over my life..I never thought it would be like this..I feel I’m falling apart!!!

[Agora1]

Breathe Jane1989....Congratulations on your little miracle I have experienced the pressure type headache as well. It is from undue stress and anxiety which never allows the muscles in your head and face to relax. Try using some muscle relaxation therapy which you can find on YouTube. 5-10 minutes a day can bring down the stress that you are feeling. Practicing deep breathing will calm your mind and your body. Try putting a hot bath towel fresh out of a dryer around your shoulders as you sit and relax watching tv or reading a book.

Rather than worrying and falling apart, use your "me time" for positive regeneration. Warm wet towels on your face for a few moments can bring the circulation back to your muscles making them not feel so tense.

Bonding time between you and the baby is important for both of you. Talking this out with your therapist can be very beneficial. You need the reassurance right now that everything is okay. We're also here to support you whenever you need a hand to hold or an ear to listen. xx

[Jane1989 in reply to Agora1]

Thank you so much for you reply!!!my head is just melted from it all...I had a good 2 or 3 weeks and then being a bit sick brought it all back and I feel I’m gone backwards the head sensations are scared but I’m trying to tell myself what the doc and everyone else says that it’s all anxiety and stress related..the bath towel warm from the dryer sounds lovely and relaxing I will definitely try that..It’s very hard when no one understands what your going through I have great support from family and friends but it’s hard for them to understand the anxiety part which I understand..I was afraid to be alone for weeks after the birth so I’m heading in the right direction I have overcome that fear!!