How I Overcame Post Natal Depression (PND) & Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSS) || SugarMamma

[@penelopeplods8886]

Thank you Canna. After losing my job without notice and without reason, losing my health and then breaking up with my partner, all in the space of 10 weeks earlier this year, I struggled with depression. The more we share, the more we'll understand each other. I'm a single mum of three, btw. And I wish you every happiness x

[@victoriamather2267]

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you for sharing, I hope that you are taking good care of yourself and know that you are loved by your three children and are incredible strong to be here and a good role model to them. Life can throw us some tough challenges sometimes but we have to pick them up, learn and grow from them and together that makes us stronger, wise but most importantly more aware...and sometimes that awareness can help others....xCC

[@penelopeplods8886]

Funnily enough it forced me into starting my own bookkeeping and accounting business and now I'm working with amazing companies and entrepreneurs. I guess the lesson is to have faith that there's a bigger picture we can play a role in if we keep being the best we can be even when we think we're falling down x

[@yettawat1564]

As a psychotherapist (and a human being!), I so appreciate you sharing your story. Caring for our mental health is just as important as caring for our physical health, and are of course completely intertwined. There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of when experincing mental health symptoms. Yay for destigmatization and for asking for help when we need it!!!!!!

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you, I really appreciate your support, especially coming from your professional back ground, I was so nervous about making this video but I know that when I was in the thickness and darkness of this, hearing and seeing people who had come out the other side and been okay gave me the encouragement to keep wanting to get better. So even if this helps one person's heart ease for 1 minute, I know that it was worth it. Breaking down the social stigma of mental illness is one big big shift in helping get people on the path to recovery...hopefully this helps...xCC

[@yettawat1564]

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[@ThanksToFashion]

Dear Canna, now I love your channel even more. Thank you for sharing such a sensitive and personal topic with your KZbin community 😘👍🏻

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you, it was quite scary pressing publish last night...so glad that it was received well and that people have found that it helped...xCC

[@amymay3003]

Thank you for your honesty Canna. I can't relate to post natal depression but I have experienced depression and anxiety and experienced trauma (a few times unfortunately) in my life. Thank you for talking about things. We need more honesty and openness in society so that people know everyone experiences suffering and that it's ok to get help.

[@sophiehoney]

I suffered with post natal depression after having my second son. I also suffer with rocd anyway (relationship ocd). I started getting panick attacks again and then came along the anxiety and depression. I felt like I was going mad. It was hard to think I'd ever be back to my old self again. But luckily my aunt and uncle were very supportive and got me help. And I'm on medication that works great for me and I feel like my old self again. Watching happy family movies helped me feel just that bit better when I was struggling and talking to family. You're doing great canna, your videos are so comforting and inspiring 💖💚💖

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you for sharing this, I really appreciate it and the tip of sharing videos is a beautiful one. I myself will try this...and I know that feeling of thinking you are going mad, it is the worst! xCC

[@catherinebugler7895]

Beautiful video Canna, thank you for sharing. I'm sure this will mean a lot to many women

[@reneemazz8623]

This was the most real talk about depression that I have heard - thank you!

[@caroleford5182]

Dear Canna, Thank you for telling your story. I had Ptsd and postnatal depression after the birth of my daughter. I had complications after her traumatic birth requiring a-lot of surgery and months of recovery. I didnt sleep for 11weeks which led to me getting diagnosed with postnatal psychosis...i hallucinated my nightmares. My family tried to understand and help me but i needed more, i needed professional help. Without everyones help i wouldn’t be here as the dark times where hell for me. My partner left after my daughters birth so it was my family that i needed so much from. The biggest thing that got me through was knowing others had suffered like this and had gotten better. Everyday i took it a day at a time ( i used to constantly say to myself ‘ it wont always feel like this’)....you can’t rush recovery. My heart goes out to anyone suffering as know one truly sees whats happening inside your mind and body. But speaking out about this will give others hope they are not alone in this...help is there. So thank you for your video xxx

[@katejennings1291]

Canna, this is beautiful. Your way is so soft but strong. Thank you for sharing. I too have suffered. There is nothing worse in this world. I applaud your strength and courage to share your journey. It takes guts. And all your advice is spot on. Every one of those things, really does help. I hope you're doing ok. Sending you all my love. 😘😘😘 x

[@annamclean1508]

I loved this video Canna - thank you so much. I'm at home with a 4 month old boy and to be honest not coping as well as I'd hoped. You are so inspiring have been slowly watching all your videos as I sit holding bub for hours during fussy times!! Thanks a million. Xx

[@annafranklin4981]

Thank you SO much for this, Canna. Talking about experiences in mental health means we can help each other and have a better understanding of a range of mental health issues. PTSD has been a significant issue for a good friend of mine. He got help and is getting better every year. Routine and exercise really help him. Reading and learning about PTSD meant I could support him. So pleased you are much better and making your health and happiness a priority. Big hugs!! xx

[@SugarMamma]

I hope that your friend continues to heal. Such a good point, routine and exercise, I myself love routine and it helps lots of people, including young children. Thank you! xCC

[@christianemitchell6227]

Thank you for sharing your experience with PPD and anxiety. I also experienced this with my second daughter a year ago. It was horrible. And it still brings me to tears when I reflect on it. Sharing our stories is incredibly healing. Mothers (and women in general) are used and abused in all societies around the world, but we're told to be perfect and never complain. Only other mothers understand the (sometimes) cruel lows motherhood brings, but if we share... it makes an immeasurably impact of support and unity. Anyway, thank you for sharing, from the bottom of my heart.

[@marinataki2573]

My dearest Canna I am glad that you are so honest and open about everything. I am sure many women will benefit from this video. Just have in mind that only clever, sensitive and responsible people suffer from these feelings. Love you so much xxxx

[@fionakirton6601]

Thanks for your courageous vulnerability in sharing your story. I had bad PMT after the Christchurch earthquakes and found taking 20 deep breaths several times a day and telling myself that I was safe/ok was a great place to start. Loving your channel. ❤️

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you for sharing, taking deep breaths whilst counting is a great way to be present again. I hope that you are getting better with your PMT and that it is slowly and healthily moving away. Stay strong...xCC

[@cherieroatz4233]

I have suffered from anxiety since I was 19 years old. I absolutely love your honesty. There are so many people that also struggle with mental health issues, so it s important for people to remember that they are not alone. I have found medication has helped me, along with acupuncture to stop the physical symptoms and to help relax my body.

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you for sharing, anxiety can be debilitating but that is so great that you are combining two different and complementary techniques to heal and manage your symptoms. Hopefully others will see this idea and look into this...xCC

[@jendobing8482]

Post partum depression is such a horrible thing to go through. literally felt like was losing my mind. Thank god for my husband realizing my mental struggles. Went on medication for six months and therapy which brought me back. Exercise also helped! Thanks for sharing:).

[@Duendegoya]

My favorite video you have ever posted :) Thank you for your transparency and strength

[@Amanda11762]

Thank you so much for opening up about this. I am terrified of giving birth and the experience of motherhood. I also am glad you mentioned how social media people give off a perfect life so sharing your story is important. There are too many women on social media showing off a perfect life or not working a full time job giving a false impression on how to live life. I will check out the women you suggested. Thank you again! :-)

[@operalove7221]

You and your baby first, above all else. The rest can wait. Enjoy the precious early days :-) xx

[@pattipalermo3187]

Canna, thank you for your candid video. The struggle is real. I️ have suffered with anxiety for many years and also have good and bad days. Knowing that we are not alone and keeping an open dialogue will be a positive gift for so many of us. The hardest step is admitting to ourselves that it is ok to have struggles and not expect perfection in life.

[@operalove7221]

Well said, Cana. Have a similar story to yours. My son is now almost 11. As a single parent it certainly can be overwhelming. Thanks for sharing this. Being real is so important. Like you I don't want to experience those bad times again. I started to say no more often, and slowly removed myself from not so genuine people. I say how I feel tactfully, but truthfully more - that was a game changer for me. I don't spend time doing things I don't want to either. And some peaceful solitude every day is essential - even for 10 minutes. The anxiety, and the fear of feeling anxious is still there, but I am kinder to myself now, and that helps too. No-one should face stuff like this alone - help is there, and your video is a brilliant reminder to all of us out there. You're amazing for sharing your experience. Thanks again and big hugs from Ireland. xx

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you, I really appreciate hearing your strength and wisdom. Saying no is so important, I am not great at this but am getting better at it...and when you do say no, it feels so empowering and self respectful. And love the 10 minutes suggestion....xCC

[@sarawilde7493]

Thank you so much for sharing. I love your KZbin videos. You are guiding me during the time when I need someone so much. Your video are very high quality and admire all aspects of it. From your fashion to the depth of knowledge you are sharing with all. Cheers!

[@SugarMamma]

My pleasure Eva...I hope that this phase moves quickly for you and you realise how strong you are xCC

[@michelleeldering8265]

I applaud your brave character! I have so many thoughts, I struggle on where to start first. Though my childbearing years are gone, I thoroughly enjoyed your video and so wished that I had some one to say those things when I had my children. As you can attest to, those thoughts and feelings hit you like a train you didn't see coming during the post-partum (natal) period. Being prepared is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your family. I have three children total and I am here to say it can be done! Have your plan in place and you will make it through. You have provided a wonderful video to help anyone who is struggling, your choice of words was excellent because listening to other tell their story can be scary when you're in a bad head space. You were descriptive in a way that was easy to understand and not too detailed that it could be overwhelming for a post-partum mom listening. Kudos for a job well done!!!

[@irisbendull1396]

Thank you Canna for sharing. I bet this was not easy and i appreciate your courage! You are such a strong woman!

[@amypovey649]

Thank you for posting this. We need more awareness of ptsd/ ptss for people who have it and for the partners of people who are living with it. 💕💕

[@rubytwenty2833]

Thanks for being so brave to talk about this very important topic. I’ve gone the this and continue to do so and sometimes I really struggle with it as i don’t really have much support. I just try to take it one day at a time. I’ve started to exercise and make time for myself now that both my children are at school and slowly feel better. You’re an amazing woman Canna and you give so much and I absolutely love your channel so thank you for that. I wish you all the love and peace in the world. xoxo

[@jamiel5699]

Thanks for sharing happened to me after my second child. It’s hard to talk about it and admit that we sometimes go to this dark places in life, I appreciate your honesty + it’s helpful for other women out there. There’s hope!

[@gigielliot834]

Thank you for sharing Canna. Us mothers need to make it ok to self care. If we don't everyone suffers. Keep it up dear lady x

[@quangtrinh278]

Thank you for sharing this, mental health is so important to talk about, I struggle on days similar to you but watching this gives me strength and makes me realise I'm not alone - thank you ❤️

[@rebeccafairweather8611]

Wonderful video. Thank you so much for sharing. You are inspiring! xxx

[@SugarMamma]

My pleasure! I am hoping that I don’t get it back again with my second on the way xCC

[@NoraTKD]

Dear Canna, thank you for being so strong to share your story, which is very personal and sensitive. You are fantastic. Keep up the great work and share your knowledge with the world. Wish you the best, I am proud of you and your success! xoxo

[@loritag8785]

Hi Canna - Thank YOU very much for sharing. I am deeply grateful for all of your strength and encouragement. Word cannot express how much you have helped me. Knowing that you are not alone is key. From the bottom of my heart!

[@SugarMamma]

+Lorita G This is so good to hear! I am glad you are finding your feet. It is good knowing there is help and that there others out there to support you. XCC

[@pomoBex]

Thanks so much for sharing this story. I too struggled with the first year of my baby's life. My experience was so different to those around me. Sharing stories like this is so important. Love your channel. Thank you, keep up the great work.

[@elisabethhoward6917]

You are SO BRAVE!! Thank you for sharing this tender part of yourself in the name of helping others. I pray you continue to receive peace and joy in your journey! Hugs from Waverly, Ohio USA. xoxo

[@asmrlove8479]

Been watching your videos for a while now. For someone who seems so "together" and so beautiful it is so powerful for you to share this. Thank you. I know your story will help many. Best wishes to you.

[@ShoppingQueenArlene]

Just want to say well done Canna, this is an amazing video full of really practical tips. I have two children and though I didn't suffer from PND life was very crazy after their births especially after my first when life changes so completely and the adjustment to less sleep etc is very overwhelming, so I think a lot of your advice could apply to any new mother

[@archeraimsaarrow3864]

Ptsd for me caused the postpartum depression. Thankyou so much for sharing your story 💙💖 much love and you are not alone. Fellow Aussie here to support! 👊

[@hazelwebber1594]

I think this is the best video you have ever done. You have inspired lots of us! xx

[@elmitch5082]

Canna, you have such a beautiful soul - thank you for sharing your story. You are a wonderful mother and role model to so many. So happy that you were able to get out of that dark place and into your bright and shining normal self:)

[@cleanshred4374]

So inspiring that you shared this in such a raw and open way. Im sure you will touch so many women with your story!! Amazing xx

[@emmapayne8861]

Really thoughtful video..... You've touched the heart of many of us women who when embracing motherhood have these tough times....thank you

[@DGsa1661]

Dearest Canna, I cannot tell you how important it is to talk about these issues! Well done!!!

[@Owen73001]

Canna you are amazing! Thank you for sharing.

[@mimibatman2787]

Thank you so much for sharing this with us! Love you and your channel!

[@jessicawhite2974]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you Canna for sharing xx

[@nicoletravis8153]

Great video Canna! It will help so many people. 💛🙏

[@michelarosier1918]

Wow, Thank you very much for sharing your personal life with us. I'm not a mother yet, but I come into a place in my life where I can learned from Post N.depression & Post T. depression. This is a serious matter that cause people to be in a dark place, but they don't know what to do and where to go to sink professional help. Thanks again, it was a nice topic to go over and your not crazy saying what really happened in your life, just remember that their are people going through it in this world and where they see this video. There not only.👍

[@kristak1102]

You’re definitely not crazy! Thank you for excellent advise. Anxiety is not easy to deal with alone.

[@kristinolan5737]

Canna we only love you more. Your human. (that's really good to know hahaha) This is a serious subject and you were so loving to share this. I myself suffered from Post Partum Depression and did not get the help I needed right away. I could have really used this video. This is going to help a lot of people. xoxoxo

[@danam8450]

Im 19 and you are a inspiration to me. I get so scared to come up to meet new people and have gotten panic attacks. I feel so lonely and its so hard to overcome something like that especially since I had truamatic events with friends in the past. I know this is a bit off topic, but I would love any tips or anything to feel less lonely. I wish I had a better community of girls./women around me.:( Hope life gets better. Thank you Canna for makng me feel less alone in my troubles!

[@sigourneycantelo]

Such a brave and well expressed video Canna- I struggled too after Lulu was born, I wish I had seen this then. Some really good tips in there xx

[@SugarMamma]

I had no idea!!! You should have told me! Thank you for sharing xoxoxoxoxo

[@kiwiquent]

This is one of the best videos that you’ve ever posted

[@CatJackon]

Thank you for your courage to share your journey. It means a lot.

[@lesliecarnes8775]

Your honesty is appreciated. God bless!

[@cassie372]

Thanks for sharing.. long time fan. Keep doing what you do. You have a gift

[@camy92]

I think you are really brave for sharing this with the world!! I admire you and respect you!! Kisses from Italy!

[@SugarMamma]

Baci baci xCC

[@jbirdchapman]

Loved this video and thank you for being so honest. One thing that really helps me is st johns wart and dark chocolate! Every now and again i have a wobble after having my son and doing some personal things, like you mentioned before, really help. But you have also mentioned some other things that i will try. Thank you xxx

[@SugarMamma]

Chocolate helps me too! Sometimes too much though! But gosh it feels good! xCC

[@anneblommaert]

Thank you for having the courage to share

[@neetaralakhan6383]

Thank you for sharing your story beautiful Canna. Xx

[@SimonHaestoe]

I already knew youre crazy but iit doesnt stop me from loving you to pieces. Youre a wonderful soul.

[@Carmastermind817]

Thank you for sharing this Canna !

[@aparnagupta1370]

I needed to hear this. Thank You for taking 👍

[@lovelifementoring5399]

What an inspiring video, thank you for sharing Canna....you have made me want to do the same! xx

[@darja5218]

I can't even explain how much I appreciate you making this video!!! I see you as someone who is SUCH a productive and successful woman in all possible ways, I admire the way you look at your life, the way you work so hard and the way you own yourself, like you said in this video! I feel like you are one of those people that it's so hard to ever imagine that you would suffer from anxiety or something as powerful as PTSD... This really opened my eyes! After seeing this video I now see you as even MORE admirable, you are really such an amazing woman! Thank you so much for sharing your struggles with us

[@brujamalamala]

you're such a sweet soul, canna. thank you for sharing this, and the way you did. when all women will be this honest and brave the world will become such a better place.

[@SugarMamma]

Thank you Dina...xCC

[@laoiswollie]

Well done Canna x

[@bouphasoutha]

a lot of modesty, a lot of humility, a lot of courage and authenticity ...

[@libelulabeach]

Hi Canna, have you tried the Bach flowers? They really can heal your anxiety or other bad emotions from their roots, an episode of anxiety, for example, is maybe masking an old fear, or anger, even from your childhood, so that is the real origin of the anxiety, when you heal the anxiety with the flowers, the hidden emotion comes to the surface, you can feel it and recognize it, then you can heal it, it could be one, or more hidden emotions, they will appear and you will be able to identify them and heal them. I wish you all the best and lots of love for you and your beautiful family.💖💕

[@SugarMamma]

Yes, my mother bought me some and it was amazing. I actually haven't replaced the bottle that I used, so I might go and buy some this afternoon, thank you for the suggestion. A lot of things come up from childhood, and there is always work to be done...but I completely agree and practice the technique that you are talking about and it helps emotions cool down and the anxiety eventually passes like clouds. Thank you for sharing...xCC

[@mimibatman2787]

I've also struggled with depression. My doctor diagnosed me with B12 deficiency (which I believe was brought on by gluten intolerance). Just wanted to mention this in case anyone reading this might have a vitamin deficiency that they don't know about.

[@SugarMamma]

Wow, that is a good suggestion, we forget the impact on our minds and bodies when we are missing vitamins and minerals. Thank you for this suggestion and sharing your situation...xCC

[@elifloret]

Many holistic docotrs found that food allergys can cause so much damage to our bodies. Many kids are allergic to cow’s milk and most adults and kids are allergic to gluten. Then we will lack of minerals and vitamins as well allergic reaccion can be in the brain such as mental fog, deporession etc. This is according to Doctor Joel Wallack from “dead docotrs don’t lie” he heals people with vitanins minerals and removes gluten feom their diet

[@halfamo2422]

So important. Vitamin B (better to take a complete B) is an absolute first step for stress. It made such a difference to me. And gluten and dairy totally added to my depression. x

[@mimibatman2787]

amanda watson my doctor had me on vitamin B12 shots until my levels got into the normal range. It wasn't until later that I figured out about the gluten.

[@mikky454]

Thank you for sharing xx

[@sja157]

Great video and great advice!

[@valeriejan2329]

Thank you so much for this!

[@sarahthatcher123]

For PTSD finding 'Somatic Experiencing' therapy has provided the changes, relief and hope I need. I watch and follow Irene Lyon on KZbin who helps educate and explain what is happening with me and why I have PTSD and I see a SE councillor. I like that this therapy really gets to the root causes of PTSD and is a wholistic approach.

[@SugarMamma]

Wow, sounds interesting, I will look her up now and have a look into this. Thank you for sharing! xCC

[@attitudesalad]

Amazing video, thank you

[@halfamo2422]

So brave to share. Thank you. I went through PND with each of my kids. Hard. Do you follow Marian Keyes, Canna? She's talked a LOT about depression. On YT too. xx

[@SugarMamma]

Oh I will look her up now! Thank you!!!!! xCC

[@halfamo2422]

She's the sweetest - and SO funny. Her books tackle hard subjects, some of which she's been through, but there's always laughter xx

[@hlb0111]

A friend of mine just had a co-workers wife commit suicide 1 year after the birth of her child from post partum depresson. PLEASE get help for people you see that are struggling.

[@SugarMamma]

Getting help is the start of healing xCC

[@diagoddess4492]

so helpful. thank u

[@aimzlouise2954]

❤️

[@afuyim6205]

Thank u so much canna...I wanna knw ppd and pocd are same?..

[@flfl4871]

I also has post natal depression - mainly because my ex was screwing around during both my pregnancies.

[@SugarMamma]

Oh that is horrendous...no wonder you went through PND, I hope that you have that toxic person out of your life now and are in a happier and stronger place...xCC

[@kathalinehansen7078]

Did you check your nutrition?

[@victoriamather2267]

You look the best you have ever looked in this video. Are you wearing false eyelashes?

[@SugarMamma]

Ha, yes I am! Good picking! xCC

[@TheVictoriavr]

[@joyoflife9561]

All the love to you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ you are a great mom with huge love and Rocco is such a great boy so happy ending to your story! You know what? You are the Australian Oprah so inspiring and genuine!

[@SugarMamma]

Oh gosh, thank you so much! What a compliment!!! Thank you, I feel so lucky to be Rocco's mum, at times I do get down and anxious but I think that going through this has made change in a positive way...thank you for such kind words...xCC