Holiday Anxiety

[JagAar]

Hi all,

I’m new here and a bit nervous. I’ve dealt with Social Anxiety/PTSD for years now, but it has never been as bad as it has been since having a baby 6 months ago. I’ve been unable to take care of my newborn because of how debilitating my anxiety leaves me. With it comes severe nausea and vomiting. I do see a psychiatrist and we’re currently working together for somewhat of a resolve, but it is the holiday season and I am facing my in-laws this entire week. I was extremely nervous about this however, meds have helped a little. The in-laws arrive today and I’m extremely nervous about getting sick while they are here as well as being sick on my 6 month old’s first holiday. I’ve never met anyone else who suffers with severe nausea and vomiting along with their anxiety. I’ve been depressed over it and here recently, for the first time ever, I have considered ending that suffering. I’ve never had these thoughts before, I would never harm myself but that is how bad it gets. I’ve always thought that was a cowards way out- but I can say now that completely understand. And that scares me so much. My heart is beating out of my chest as I write this. I’m fighting my anxiety with all my might, but I can’t help anticipating an attack. How will I get thru this week?

Thank you for taking the time to read this. ♥️

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I feel for your pain......have you mentioned this to your dr? Could it be postpartum depression? That’s hard on some women. Our hormones are all over the place during this time and it might be an excellent time for trying a psychologist. Find someone your insurance can maybe help with and start talking. Check on some possibilities and try one that you think you can relate to. All this Holiday stress is NOT the big deal it’s made out to be.....you know that. Do what you can.....call on your husband to take most of that.....there his parents, right?? You just keep your mind on how much better things get as time passes. Don’t worry and focus on dust or dishes or any of that stuff that in the long run doesn’t matter. Bless you..... were here for you and I’ll be thinking of you. You can do this!

[JagAar]

Thank you so much for your response! Yes, I’ve spoke to my doctor about postpartum anxiety. I am trying meds. I’m hoping and praying I get thru this without getting sick and essentially ruining my baby’s first holiday. The pressure is on, I appreciate your kind words.

[greenrainbow]

Hi I am sorry you’re going through this. I also have problems with vomiting and basically upset stomach all the time although to be honest sometimes I contribute to it and it’s not only my anxiety to blame. I can’t relate to having a newborn but holidays are most importantly about love and being together not about the perfect dinner or presents. I hope your meds help as for your baby I’m sure loving your newborn is the best way to make the first Christmas special