Postpartum ANXIETY Weeks 1-5

I want to continue to open up about my mental health because I know how lonely it can feel! Anxiety is awkward to put out there and talk about but so many people struggle with it everyday so you are not alone! After having Penelope, my postpartum anxiety has just been going crazy! But i'm putting out my thoughts in hopes that other mommas who might be having similar feelings can have comfort that its normal to not feel normal after having a baby! If you're reading this and are struggling, I'm sending you a big warm hug and telling you it will all be ok!
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[@Blujeanmagazine]

I can relate to you so much! Postpartum was so much harder than I could have ever prepared myself for. I think the anxiety aspect is so normal. How can you not have anxiety with such a huge life change and a tiny person to care for?! My daughter is 6 months now and if I could go back to where you are now I would grant myself so much grace and understanding. Seriously sending you so much love ❤️

[@JuliaZuniga]

Yes you absolutely get it. Thank you so much Kelly I’m really going to try and talk to myself as if it were the future as weird as that sounds!

[@thesquishstitch]

I really needed this! You’re not alone! I just had my baby at 34 weeks 10 days ago and she was in the NICU for a week. I’m struggling right now with combo feeding since my milk hasn’t come in fully. My delivery and the NICU stay was already so overwhelming and then whole day is breastfeed, bottle, pump constantly. I’m trying my hardest to get my milk supply up! I’m also struggling with just the massive change in my life. Everything is about her now and I’m trying to make sure I still make time for my husband and myself. It’s so hard, but you’re doing such an amazing job! Keep pushing through it and stay positive!!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Omg yes Justine everything you said I totally get! Except the NICU part, I’m so so sorry that must be so hard!!!!:/ I remember towards the end of my pregnancy I just prayed so hard that I wouldn’t have to go through that so I can’t imagine!:/ but no girl you are not alone!!!!❤️ it has started to get so much better already (I’m currently 9 weeks postpartum now) so keep going!❤️

[@annidee]

I recommend Richard Grannon for anxiety-related Listening you can listen while you do other stuff. Molyneux’s call-in shows too

[@JuliaZuniga]

Ooo I’m going to look that up thank you!!!🤗

[@christinagraham3981]

Awwww she is SO cute

[@JuliaZuniga]

Thank you Christina!❤️

[@sequoiachatterley3043]

With my second child I have experienced postpartum depression and anxiety for the first time. It hit me around 3 months i have never experienced it before so I’m still struggling a little I’m on medication and going to counseling and I see a difference! It’s a real struggle love this video! Just subscribe 💕😊

[@JuliaZuniga]

Aww I’m so sorry but that’s so good you recognized it and got help! I feel like it’s kinda scary when you’re not feeling so good mentally and you almost thing well maybe if I don’t acknowledge it it will go away but it won’t! So sounds like you are doing everything perfect!❤️ oh!! And welcome to the family!!!🤗🤗

[@sequoiachatterley3043]

Exactly I didn’t know what was going on I just had heart palpitations and that lead to a panic attack I thought I was having a heart attack. It was scary but I’m doing a lot better!❤️ and Thank you ☺️

[@ashweemarii]

It makes sense because I’m half introvert and half extrovert too I think people can be both sometimes

[@JuliaZuniga]

Yes!! I feel like I’m a mixture of both too! You’re right I guess there can be more than just one way or the other!

[@MrsShimmyOnDown]

Congratulations! 😊

[@JuliaZuniga]

Thank you!!🤗🤗

[@paofacu]

Hi Penelope!!!🤗❤️ ALL ... ALL of these feelings I have had and still have to this day. I have such high anxiety. I have 3 littles and my anxiety level to leave the house with them is crazy. I still struggle with my belly never going back to normal even though I get so many compliments on how I look but no one understands his doesn’t feel like my body anymore. Yes yes yes.. I am very thankful for my babies... very grateful... this has nothing to do with me not being grateful and knowing how extremely blessed I am for my lovies.... this is just how I feel ... it has nothing to do with how much I love them. I forget to give myself grace most of the time. Anxiety comes from fear and it sucks!!!! Baby steps!! Baby steps... celebrate those successes because they are beautiful no matter how small they are! Thank you so much for sharing and being so real!!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Omg Paola idk how you do it with 3!!!! Since having Penelope I’ve really been wondering how mommas of multiple little ones do it! And yes you nailed it right on the head!! This body feels so foreign to me and it almost messes with your identity sort of. And just like you said I feel guilty for feeling bad about it because I don’t want it to seem like I’m ungrateful or it wasn’t worth it but exactly like you said, it’s just how I feel! You’re awesome I always appreciate your words!

[@paofacu]

Julia Zuniga ❤️❤️❤️

[@santanacurley6212]

You are not alone! 💕 It sucks but you find ways to calm your mind and heart. I pray about it mostly which definitely helps. 🤗 Your doing a great job and I'm really happy you came out with this video!! Glad to know I'm not the only one going through the same exact thing!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Yes I’ll do that too and it helps!! Thank you so much Santana!🥰 neither one of us is alone!!❤️

[@kimmahl8543]

I used to take lil A to the grocery store at night like 8 or so.. sounds weird to feel safer at night but there were less people everywhere and not as much contact with germs lol.. and once shes like 3 months shell have a basic immunity system so way less stressful

[@kimmahl8543]

Oh and the baby center parenting app helped alot.. cause u dont wanna google everything it will make the anxiety worse

[@JuliaZuniga]

Ahhh such good advice Kim!!! I feel like there’s nothing more valuable than hearing stuff like this from people who have gone through it thank you!!!🤗🤗🤗

[@annidee]

😂Poor baby going through it, and YOU are a champion ❤️🙏🏻🌻🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🌻

[@JuliaZuniga]

Awwww ha ha you’re so sweet Anni!!❤️❤️ yes I always feel so bad for her when she’s fussy!

[@annidee]

Julia Zuniga I can imagine how frustrating that would be! You’re learning with her. It’s OK to tell people nicely but firmly you’d rather not socialize at that, or any time! They should give you space. She will change and grow and you are doing just fine. Signed, a 👵🏻😊🌻

[@JuliaZuniga]

Yes this has been a good learning experience for me! I have to finally learn to say the word “no”😹 thank you so much Anni!

[@LVioletta1]

Mommyhood 😍

[@JuliaZuniga]

🤗🥰❤️

[@trevinomirza]

i just had my 4th baby and i experience postpartum depression this time and i didnt look for help because i had never experience this before with none of my other kids so i was absolutely lost but everything u talked about i can relate my baby is 5 months now and i finally feel like myself and i hope you feel better soon!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Ahhh thank you for telling me! This makes me feel better that it’s something that will pass!❤️

[@NPRaspanti]

Had my headphones on and hearing Penelope poop was HILARIOUS lol you're awesome JZ

[@JuliaZuniga]

Omg ha ha surround sound!!!😹

[@MASep-bs5um]

I'm wondering if you get drained around people because you're a "sensitive". You can't help but read another person's energy so when you're around numerous people you're taking in so much info and you end up getting drained. Plus you're in full on Mama Bear assessment of your Angel. I remember not taking my daughter out for months! Please don't push yourself! RESPECT YOUR INSTINCTS! You won't become a hermit. Lol You'll see, one day you'll just want to get out. Just a few generations ago women were NOT expected to go out. Society has put tremendous pressure on us women! We really shouldn't be pressuring ourselves. DON'T SECOND GUESS YOURSELF! After delivering your little miracle you're entitled to sweats, ponytails and no makeup for as long as it feels right. Remember...you have all of us cheering you on!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Omg MaryAnn you totally put into words what I couldn’t describe!! That’s exactly what it is I just feel like I get really emotionally involved even being around strangers! It’s kinda nice when I’m not going through some of my own mental battles! And what you said about instincts makes totally sense. I needed to hear all of this thank you so much❤️❤️❤️

[@Cindyluview]

Oopsie

[@JuliaZuniga]

She made a poopsie!!!😹