Postpartum depression and anxiety

[Smack23]

3 weeks after having my baby I experienced a really bad panic attack. It came out of nowhere. I never had anxiety before. Could this be temporary

[Hidden]

Try getting yourself a multi vitamin / multi mineral pill. It's surprising just how much creating your baby has taken from your body.

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[fu-kedup in reply to Hidden]

Smack23, Since you've recently given birth, I'd make a pretty good guess that it's hormonal. Tell your OB doc about it. This is not unusual.

[Smack23 in reply to fu-kedup]

I did. She prescribed me wellbutrin but It has not done much at all.

[Nicki1984]

Hi there is it your first baby? The big life change and adjustment can be overwhelming. Is there anything else from the past such as a stressful event that has happened. Often the past can be a trigger when we are again under some form of stress. If you can identify the cause it can help. I'd pop to the doctors or let your health visitor know if you feel it's appropriate as there is lots of support around. Just try and get as much rest as you can with a newborn and take it a day at a time. Counselling may be of use if you continue to have issues. Good luck x

[Smack23 in reply to Nicki1984]

This is my third child. I have had postpartum with all my kids. But I never experienced anxiety until now

[Nicki1984 in reply to Smack23]

I think anxiety can come along at any time. See how you go but suggest counselling if your struggling x