Honestly I don’t usually post but I felt compelled to say.. thank you. Thank you for sharing your journey and being vulnerable enough to be so honest. After having my little girl I didn’t feel the “text book” signs of postpartum depression and I was a little bit embarrassed and confused about what the heck I was feeling. When you mention that car ride and having irrational thoughts being home alone with the kids, I’ve never felt so seen! Just thank you.
Being a mom is so difficult, unfortunately it does not get any easier. It is great that you are getting help, you will be a better mom, wife and person for it.
I’m watching these videos again because I’m finally going to start lexapro after a very long time of avoiding it but it got so bad I had to start taking Ativan to even be able to eat. Seeing where you are now gives me hope that I can be myself again 💕
I was scared of getting medications too. At 9 months postpartum, I decided to seek medical help, they have put me on Zoloft. This is the 3rd month I am on it, and I can't believe I am feeling myself again. I will forever thank God when this is over. May God be with you. My therapy has been Praying, journaling, because I cant afford therapy. It really help. I don't have any history of mental health before. This pandemic has been a big stressor to moms. I had a baby in the middle of pandemic, and it was overwhelming.
Agree with you, that’s what I did when I experienced anxiety. Devotional, prayer and journaling telling my heart to God the best medicine, give me a peace of mind. Praising God.
This video is fantastic. You are amazing for sharing your mental health journey. I'm sure there are sooo many mothers and non-mothers that needed to see and hear this, including myself :) I'm a momma of a 12 month old. I truly appreciate your openness, and I love seeing your videos and seeing how a fellow momma is handling things!
Wow. I was literally just crying because my 14 month old has some swollen lymph nodes and I'm afraid it's cancer. I am constantly scared my kids, myself, family etc are going to die. That something bad is going to happen. Thank you so much for sharing, for always being real. I pray that everything works out for you, and look forward to a video as to how you overcame it. ❤ Myself however, have been suffering since my first born, so 8 years now. I feel as though I will never get over it. PRAYING FOR EVERYONE WHO IS GOING THROUGH ANY TYPE OF ANXIETY ❤
Admitting you need the help is the biggest step in your journey. I only addressed my anxiety 3 years ago and have been dealing with it since I was a teen. It's overwhelming and a tough process but just know this.. You will get through it and you will come out the other side feeling in control and knowing more about yourself :)
Joe should look into a counseling program offered through his job... sometimes jobs pay for the mental health sessions for their employees and their family.
I feel you Kayla.. I'm a mom of two small children as well I also struggle with anxiety. My doctor prescribed medication and I been pushing it off as well. I know you're Christian as I am myself. What I find helpful is literally praying every day. Also part of being a Christian is having FAITH. We need to have faith Kayla. Just breathe in these hard moments when our fears and anxieties try to get the best of us. Leave it in God's hands. We cannot control certain situations or occurrences that are beyond our control. Have faith and let it be God's will to help and guide us. Have faith that he is by your side every step of the way in every move you make when caring for your babies. You are not alone 💖🙏 I know how scary it can be to be responsible constantly all the time for ourr little angels. We just need to have faith and do what we can within our means. Wishing you the best Kayla. 💗🤗🙏
While watching your vlogs, I noticed, that you have very little time for yourself without kids and outside the house. Ask your husband to watch them and get yourself at least an 1 hour outside and doing things for yourself :) it helps a lot
It helps. But the problem with anxiety is even when she's away from the kids, she would still get anxious worrying about everything that can go wrong while she's away. ... getting a ton of rest will calm her nerves for sure but the best thing she did was accessing a Faith based therapy..Hopefully everything goes well
I agree with this! She needs a little self time. Maybe she can go shopping by herself, and go to Starbucks and get a coffee and read at a table. It’s great for mental health to get to do something like that for yourself.
@@itohanstephen well, yes, but not only Faith based therapy- as i understand it is a branch of psychoterapy. Psychoterapy all together + medication. And time for myself always a good idea. I am a mother of 2 as well and my kids are also bery similar age like Kylas. So I understand how important is to go somwhere alone and to have a time for only myself :)
Thats what i been telling her on all her videos but she always defend him she is always saying he helps a lot and seriously i never see him helping he is either workig, exercising, or sleeping in the couch. I mean he does get to keep his life by dojng his things but she doesnt.
Thank you for always being so real, transparent and vulnerable with us! You're a light in mine and I'm sure a lot of people's day! Love watching your family 🥰
I can relate. I didn’t realize I had postpartum anxiety after my first baby but I had similar fears about being home alone and something happening (my husband was deployed). I didn’t seek help because I didn’t know it was unusual. Fortunately it sorted itself out and now I haven’t experienced it since having my second baby. I’m so proud of you for recognizing the issue and reaching out! I also fear medicine (idk if it’s bc my parents taught me to or what) so I understand that part of it too. You’re amazing 💕
I'm so proud of you for getting help. Looking after your mental health is so important! Thank you for speaking out about it as well, I feel like not enough TH-camrs (and people in general) talk about it. I hope it doesn't take the meds too long to sort out. Good luck!
I so admire your strength and openness, you've got this Kayla! I'm sure in no time you'll feel it was worth taking this step short-term and that you'll come out of this whole thing much stronger X
You got this Kayla, take time for you when you need to, but I am proud of the steps you are taking and for talking about it. You are helping break that stigma you spoke about, we shouldn't be judged for these things when so many women go through this. You are coming into a new season of life, and I know God is guiding you.
I'm crying. I'm crying because I relate to you so much. I lose my sh** often and it's scary. Not sure if it's anxiety or depression but I know I'm not myself. My last postpartum check up was last March, right before we shut down for COVID. I was not able to see a doctor for my depression. I've been trying to deal with it on my own, and sometimes I feel like I can't see the light. But I pull thru. It takes a lot to talk about it and I'm proud that you are seeking help.
I feel for you with your anxiety. I get it. I don’t have the obsessive thoughts to that degree but I do understand anxiety. You are headed in the right direction. Give yourself grace. Being a parent is hard and is endless I will keep you in my prayers!
I don’t have kids, however I recently was diagnosed with health anxiety. I was hospitalized recently thinking I was having a heart attack. (It was anxiety). After many medical bills, and fear etc I am now medicated! ✊🏼✊🏼🙌🏼 I was the one who recently asked if you were medicated. You responded. But I am happy you’re taking a stand, and fixing it! Give it a chance for the meds to work!!! I’ve been taking meds for a month , and it’s made SUCH a difference !
So very glad to see you getting help. Over the past few vlogs you seemed increasingly ready for it and I, as someone living with a mental illness and taking meds for it and being a mother to a 14 month old daughter, know how much of a difference both meds and counselling can make. Please keep sharing with us; I'm sure you have gotten a ton of supportive comments today. Keeping you in my heart these days.
Here to say you aren’t alone!!! I have those thoughts and feelings as well. Medication has helped me. I pray your find relief soon! Thank you for being so open and honest ❤️
Girl I always say you are so REAL! THANK YOU! You're my best friend in my head. Mental health is something that isn't talked about as much as it should be and especially in the Latino community. Also as moms we feel like we can't lose it or have to be perfect. I've been looking into starting counseling so thank you I can relate as a mom of 2. I had my son in March 2020 and then the pandemic hit so I had postpartum and a global pandemic at once. ❤
After watching my mother in law pass away in front of me my anxiety came back, my hypochondria came back, my panicking attacks came back...I would end up in my doctors office every month telling him I am sure I have a brain tumor...im positive I have xyz...and my doctor was so amazing and didn't make me feel crazy bur explained what was happening in my brain and body. thanks to him i tried holistically treating it because I was terrified of meds. I didnt want to start relying on them to live. I've struggled my whole life with anxiety and depression but thats the worst it's been and I decided to try meds to help me just get thru. It was rough until my body adjusted to the meds..I was on zoloft for a year before going off it..getting off it was a little rough for a week or 2. Now about 2 years later and 1 year post partum my anxiety is there but not to that extent! You do what you have to do to enjoy life and not suffer every day.
Thank you Kayla for your openness and honesty. Ik it must've been tough talking about this. This video has helped me to know that a lot of women especially suffer from this as the load of motherhood is a great load to bear. With the proper care and support I know you will be OK.
Glad you're talking about this! I've been on Lexapro for seven years, and it's been really great for me. SSRIs like Lexapro definitely take about 4 weeks to work.
Well done kayla.. its so normal tbh. People just dont say it.. after my 1st child i remember thinking a truck would spontaniously lose control and drive over my baby in the stroller! Of course never did or would.. thought i was mad but its overwhelming being a parent at times.. you getting help shows what a great mom u are.. you will feel better soon and can enjoy life more relaxed.. thank you.. 🙂
So proud of you for asking your doctor, and for sharing, because there are lots of women don’t know what is offered through their OB. The education about postpartum anxiety/depression is still severely lacking in our country! So thank you for sharing your experience!
I'm so glad you reached out for help. I suffer from anxiety as well, and was resistant to trying medication. I finally had it and decided to try meds. The first few I tried didn't work well for me, but I finally found one that did and boy what a world of difference! I hope Lexapro works for your anxiety and if for some reason it doesn't (or if the side effects don't go away) please keep looking for the right medication for yourself. You deserve to feel happy and anxiety free.! (hug)
Hey Kayla ,i've been watching your vlogs for a while for my English practice to be honest 🙈 and i feel myself happy that i understand someone native speaking in that pace 🌼I'm not a Christian but it doesn't matter. Just don't forget that children are gift from God and He is the REAL possessor of everything.So we do the best we could to protect them ,but we can not control everything.Sometimes we need to let it flow.I hope you'll get over this anxity soon ☘️
Thank you for sharing. I am 13 months pp and I have literally seen red. The rage is so real and I ended up throwing things and I never want to go back there. I go to therapy weekly and I went to my dr to get a prescription but I’m still breastfeeding and I want to continue for a little bit longer. So I haven’t taken the meds but they are there when I am ready to stop because I will start them. I was on them before and went off bc I was pregnant and now breastfeeding and this whole journey into motherhood has not been an easy one. The anxiety is so hard to deal with and know that you aren’t alone. I applaud you for being strong and seeking help.
Thank you for sharing, you are not alone. I love love love your videos, they are such an inspiration to me. Wishing you the best of health and lots of love.
Well done for this video!! Its so nice to know that like us you loose your sh** too! Yes i was in the same situation when my kids had no school cause of the pandemic but now that they are back and i have some me time things are soooo much better! I feel happier, i am happier. Thanks for sharing and a suggestion i would give you is to try and get 1 hr during the day just for you to be alone doing something as we all need some me time and it does make a world of difference. Walks help too with the kids as i needed some fresh air too instead of being locked at home all day long. Lots of love coming your way x
This is so relatable! I suffered from severe postpartum anxiety until my daughter was 18 months. It’s so hard but good for you for making the right steps to start to feel better! One thing I always tell myself is they are just thoughts! A thought doesn’t mean it’s going to happen or that you even think that! ❤️
I promise the side effects get better. I’ve been on antidepressants for years and the first few weeks are rough with side effects, but they go away or at least lessen and you start to feel better. I had a ton of anxiety in my early 20s to the point where I couldn’t function normally and was so angry all the time, but now I feel like a normal person!
Cheer up for you. I got anxiety disorder before pregnant and now I am 25 wk pregnant for that reason ihave to stop the anxiety medication and change to psychotherapy instead. It's really hard time . Hope you get well soon and just want you to know you are not alone. The medication and some therapy will help you .❤️❤️❤️
You my friend, are amazing! Not just because you have a wicked TH-cam channel and you are a wonderful mamma! You my friend can tackle anything. This pandemic is enough to drive any mamma clean crazy. You can be so real to your channel and I appreciate that. You are the only one I know of that can and will do this on TH-cam especially. Make you even stronger. I look up to you! Wish we were neighbours! Love of love to you and your family!!! Chow doll 🙋🏻♀️❤️
Good for you for getting help!! Medication and counseling will help tremendously! I also had PPA and going on medication has been very very helpful! I was also put on a low dose and was so scared and nervous to take it I thought I would get addicted but that’s not the case at all it has helped with my anxiety soooo much
Recently I’ve been having severe chest pains to the point where I think i’m having a heart attack. Turns out my anxiety has reached a new level. I’m getting help next week, this video just made me feel better to know that i’m not alone or “crazy” lol! Love your videos.. have been watching since I became pregnant and now my son just turned a year old! ♥️
Thanks for sharing this Kayla. Praying for you! If you find you need to stop your med, just be sure to wean yourself off- don’t stop cold turkey. But I’m praying it will help you. Also, limit the TV time during the day and maybe take away some of the toys (especially noisier ones) to help reduce the over stimulation.
I had anxiety like this before a had my son. He’s 6 months old and I have also been afraid of medication. At one point driving home I had a panic attack, I thought I was going to have a heart attack, I couldn’t see and had to pull over. Since I’ve had my son my anxiety has been insane. It’s almost like PTSD when I walk into certain places where I have these “anxiety/panic attacks” I now take medication, I feel better but hopefully it’s only short term. Good luck to you and I want you to know I feel the exact same way as you!!!
Kayla ... You are very wise and brave to share your journey!! I know several women who have taken Lexapro for anxiety with excellent results! Good Luck beautiful Momma!!!
Just signed up for BetterHelp today after thinking about it for a while. So funny that you mention using them too. I also have had mental health issues after the birth of my baby in December 2019. I didn’t want to have to pay for it either but I realize that my mental health is worth it. It’s foundational to my functioning and growth as a person, wife and mum. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Ok know it's hard to talk about your mental health and Thank you for sharing this with us. I have struggled all my life with depression and its not easy!!!! I have seen many therapists and I'm seeing one now and it's hard!!!! I was sexually abused by a cousin when I was a little kid and I have been struggling with dealing with it all my life but I am starting to take control of my life and to take that power away from him and I'm doing it but I've been on medication for a long time!!! Hang in there it will get better but it takes time. We're all here for you.
Thank you so much for talking about this! I feel the same way. I recently just hit rock bottom as a mom of 2 and started therapy and medication too! I went to my health insurance website and used “find a provider” to find a therapist. The sessions are virtual and the $20 copay is covered for free right now bc so many people are needing therapy due to the pandemic.
Struggling with anxiety too. I don't call it postpartum even though our boys are the same age because it's more related to social issues and the state of the world. For me s*** really didn't hit fan until this winter. I'm going the CBD route. Things are not perfect, but it was a life changing tool. And I'm seeing a functional medicine doctor a couple weeks because we're total hippies. I spent a lot of time feeling crazy and alone. Thanks for letting people into this part of your life. We need each other.
I'm so happy for you that you are finally battling your anxiety and hope it will help you a ton! :) I don't have kids yet, but my irrational thoughts were pretty bad too. I started therapy in September and it has helped a lot. Another thing that had a Huge impact on my anxiety is meditation - cannot recommend it enough! 15-25 minutes a day spent meditating rather than surfing the web/watching movies/doing other unimportant stuff makes unimaginable difference
First, I want to say that I love you and your channel. I’m a long time watcher but this is the first time commenting. Second, I can relate heavily to this. I have 4 kids myself and my anxiety has only gotten worse with each child. I don’t know if it’s because I’m older with each pregnancy or have more kids with each subsequent pregnancy or maybe the pandemic? I just don’t know. It’s so hard to talk about something like this so thank you for bringing more awareness to this because it is so much more common than people realize. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way! You’re amazing! You got this!
Thank you for sharing and being so honest with how you feel. As someone who suffers from anxiety (very similar to your thoughts and feelings) you can sometimes feel crazy with how you’re feeling and sharing it can seem so scary. But again, thank you for sharing it! I know it’s going to help a lot of people. Also, I took Lexapro for about a year and a half and it was so so helpful for me. I didn’t realize how bad my anxiety was until the medicine started working and I finally felt like myself again. It was like a fog was lifted.
I really understood your feeling because after having my first child, i has the same anxiety just like you said. I also took some medicine. It really takes time to adjust to the medicine. However, now i am very good. Do not worry. Cheer up.
I just started medication last night. Jackson and my baby where born the same month. So 1.5 later finally trying to fix my ppd ppa and rage. Excited to follow you on another mirrored journey with you.
The same anxiety happened to me when I had my first baby. I honestly thought something horrible would happen to her at all times. It consumed me. I’m so sorry that you are going through this. When I finally realized I need help actually helped me the most. I did use medication for a month. Prayers for you.
Kayla, I love your videos and have learned so much from you. You help me to be a better mom each day. Im so proud of you for your vulnerability and coming to terms with your anxiety. You got this!!!
Hi Kayla! I also have had this and you will be fine trust me. Eat lots of fruits and veggies. You will start to feel better soon just trust the process. You can always lean on us. I love ya girl. We are here for each other!💗😘
Kayla thank you for talking about this. My husband works all night and i fear that something will happen to me and my daughter will be alone until 4 am when he gets back. I get anxiety attacks everyday.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Is so important to break the stigma of mental health, and is by talking about it that we break it. I hope from now on it becomes easier and you can see results soon and you can feel better :) You're awesome!!
This is crazy bc I was JUST at my OBGYN having this same conversation. She said we could do something like Lexapro that’s daily or do something as needed like hydroxypam . I chose the latter and totally hated it. It is an antihistamine and it makes you sleepy and I have two little kids and CAN NOT be sleepy. The thought of being sleepy when my kids need me gave me more anxiety.... so I threw them out and I’m still feeling so anxious and scared of everything. I haven’t gone back to the doctor bc it feels like such a fail, as a mother and a woman, like why am I freaking out about my kids all the time, why do I not believe in myself? I know there’s no shame in it and it’s normal but I can’t help but feeling inadequate. Thank you for sharing your story postpartum it really helped me today. I needed this
I have 3 kids under 5 and can relate to anxiety. I haven’t done anything about it yet except got my blood panel done as well, and all was fine. I think modern culture has escalated motherhood anxiety, it’s so common, unfortunately. Thanks so much for sharing!!
Thank you for sharing. I have a two year old and a 6 week old and your experience is very relatable. I’m now considering entering into counseling to grab a hold of my anxious thoughts.
Thank you for this video - I also go through the same anxiety and scary thoughts ever since I had my baby. Makes me feel better that I'm not the only one.
Most health insurance should cover the fee... .. why not call and find out... your anxiety will likely go down as the kids grow older.. I'm glad you're getting the help you need. I pray everything goes well
I take sertraline for ppd and anxiety 100mg because 50 wasnt helping me enough. I had ppd and anxiety when my daughter was born and again 10 months later when i had a miscarriage and had to have a tube removed. Its been over 2 months and my anxiety still gets to me. My anxiety gives me aweful physical symptoms like nausea, vomiting, chills Its so aweful. Im so glad you started taking something!
I was never an anxious person either after my first I had anxiety but was able to work through It. After my second, my anxiety got so bad where I would think the worse scenarios and give myself panic attacks. It got so bad that I finally decided to try medicine. I also was so against taking It saying it’ll go away on its own. I’ve been on anxiety medicine for 5 months and it has made such a difference! I am able to just go and not thinking of the worse scenario is going to happen. It takes awhile to notice but It does make such a difference
This is definitely not an easy topic to open up about so thanks Kayla for sharing. I'm sure this will help a lot of people and validate similar experiences. Good luck❤🙏
Thank you for sharing this! I also struggle with PPD and PPA, I was prescribed 2 different medication for it. One being lexapro. I had the same feeling you described and just felt more anxious. Glad I’m not the only one who felt that! Now I’m on Celexa and still trying to feel it out. I hope it works out for you or you find something that works! I keep a quote on my iPhone home screen that says “I’m doing my best and that’s enough” and it helps me whenever I’m feeling down/anxious.
Thanks for sharing. You are so brave to talk about ppa so openly. Rem to reach out to your close friends, mum and sis regularly. I find talking to close friends help too, besides the professional help of course. Friends and family know you personally and their perspective and support can be pretty spot on. You will get better!!
I hope things get better for you! You deserve to be okay and i’m glad you’re taking the steps to get there. You will be a better momma and wife for it! 💕
Commenting before the video is done.. you got this. I really appreciate you being so open. Keep an eye on how the medicine affects you.. they also take time to work plus another one may work better for you
I can understand where your coming from and I think you are feeling overwhelmed with having two babies bcuz you are a wonderful mommy and u put so much pressure on yourself to be perfect to your babies and to take good care of them. I can relate as I have a 14 month old daughter and am now 8 months pregnant with baby #2. I have felt similar anxieties and you are not alone. I think it's so important to get to the root cause and understand where the anxiety is coming from. I read this book which has been extremely helpful and I think it would help you too. It's call "Overcoming unwanted and intrusive thoughts" by Sally Winston and Martin Seif. It really helps to understand where the thoughts come from and how to process them. Praying for peace and healing and rest. The Father knows your struggles and He is never late in sending help your way. 💜🙏
In a similar situation. I finally went to see my OB and she prescribed me seterline. I was so scared after taking my first pill I had a panic attack. I didn’t want to take it anymore and then my husband reminded me the pills are supposed to help and take them every day like the doctor said for them to work. And sure enough on my third week I was able to stop crying and my anxiety has gotten so so so much better. Also my husband gives me two nights out the week where he gets up in the night with the baby so I can have uninterrupted sleep🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Good for you doing what feels right for you and your mental health!! I had PPD and PPA and it is easy to doubt yourself. People will try to judge your choices but it's no one else's business! The medicine will help with the physical symptoms and the therapy will help your thinking patterns. Best of luck!😊
Been watching your channel for a long time. Love your videos! I'm also on lexapro for postpartum anxiety. It has helped me tremendously, praying it helps you too!
I had something similar last summer where I was panicky and irritable but like nothing I ever experienced. This occurred when I stopped breastfeeding. It could be your hormones rebalancing. I think your doc should’ve tried an alternative bc. It might help without messing with your brain chemistry. But she probably recognized certain characteristics of it being anxiety. Good luck and keep us posted. It’s hard
This sounds a lot like OCD. I have OCD, different kind of thoughts, though (but the mechanism is the same). I overcame my fears through therapy, no meds, and now I'm fine. I've been fine for 5 years already. I still say that I have OCD, because I think it's just the way I am, but I can control my thoughts and it doesn't scare me anymore. Also, the episode in the car looks like a panic attack. I think you can benefit a lot from therapy... I chose the brief psychotherapy, it's very effective with ocd and anxiety problems. I hope you'll be better soon, I know how hard this can be, it was the lowest moment of my life... but it gets better, don't worry! A big hug from Italy (sorry for my English...)
Maybe you should practice with riley what to do in case mommy needs help in an emergency. Practice a 911 call. Write down your address where she can see. I remember my mom practicing with me when I was little. And riley is smart I am sure she will catch on with practice
Hey Kayla I have watched you for some time now and know you will get through it. Not sure if this will help but I feel with covid and being locked in has been hard on everyone. I think looking into a mom group or getting some mom friends to hang out with in person will help. In person interaction is needed for everyone's mental health. Good luck !
Kayla I relate to what you are saying 100%. I am mom to 3 kids and it's super difficult. My husband also works long hours out of the house every day and I have those thoughts running through my head. I also suffer from anxiety. Have you ever looked into PMDD. Basically a more severe form of PMS. I feel very angry and on edge and even my anxiety is much worse the week before my period. Have a look into that. I hope you feel better soon.
Getting time to yourself everyday will help out a lot. Before C word happened I would go to the gym for an hour. That hour of me time was life changing. The gyms closed last October. They just opened 2 weeks ago. I was miserable without the 1 hour of me time everyday. I need to say I'm for medicine. Im on lexapro also.
I take lexapro as well for my anxiety. It sounds weird that you weren't able to sleep because usually they recommend taking lexapro at night because some people get sleepy during the day if they take it early in the morning. In any case, I've been taking lexapro for around 3 years, it has helped tons with my anxiety and no side-effects at all :)
I can relate but I have zero kids. I have really bad anxiety. Glad you are working on this. It’s good to get outside professional help and speak about all of our emotions. Wish you luck!
Sweetie u do what u have to do. I wish I could get help. I'm a single mom raising my youngest son who is 12. But I lost a child 6 yrs ago to suicide. He was 26. I dont have insurance to see dr to get meds. So by all means get help u need. Juggling anxiety and depression on your on is by far not the answer. Prayers for you sweetie.
Wow so sorry to hear about losing your son. There are free programs sometimes through churches maybe one in your area can provide counseling or help. Some counseling center also provide counseling at a low rate. Praying you are able to get counseling as well. 🙏❤
Honestly I don’t usually post but I felt compelled to say.. thank you. Thank you for sharing your journey and being vulnerable enough to be so honest. After having my little girl I didn’t feel the “text book” signs of postpartum depression and I was a little bit embarrassed and confused about what the heck I was feeling. When you mention that car ride and having irrational thoughts being home alone with the kids, I’ve never felt so seen! Just thank you.
I know this wasn’t easy for you to talk about but it’s necessary, shout to you 🙌 you’ll get through it.
Being a mom is so difficult, unfortunately it does not get any easier. It is great that you are getting help, you will be a better mom, wife and person for it.
I’m watching these videos again because I’m finally going to start lexapro after a very long time of avoiding it but it got so bad I had to start taking Ativan to even be able to eat. Seeing where you are now gives me hope that I can be myself again 💕
I was scared of getting medications too. At 9 months postpartum, I decided to seek medical help, they have put me on Zoloft. This is the 3rd month I am on it, and I can't believe I am feeling myself again. I will forever thank God when this is over. May God be with you. My therapy has been Praying, journaling, because I cant afford therapy. It really help. I don't have any history of mental health before. This pandemic has been a big stressor to moms. I had a baby in the middle of pandemic, and it was overwhelming.
Agree with you, that’s what I did when I experienced anxiety. Devotional, prayer and journaling telling my heart to God the best medicine, give me a peace of mind. Praising God.
This video is fantastic. You are amazing for sharing your mental health journey. I'm sure there are sooo many mothers and non-mothers that needed to see and hear this, including myself :) I'm a momma of a 12 month old. I truly appreciate your openness, and I love seeing your videos and seeing how a fellow momma is handling things!
Wow. I was literally just crying because my 14 month old has some swollen lymph nodes and I'm afraid it's cancer. I am constantly scared my kids, myself, family etc are going to die. That something bad is going to happen. Thank you so much for sharing, for always being real. I pray that everything works out for you, and look forward to a video as to how you overcame it. ❤
Myself however, have been suffering since my first born, so 8 years now. I feel as though I will never get over it.
PRAYING FOR EVERYONE WHO IS GOING THROUGH ANY TYPE OF ANXIETY ❤
Saying a prayer for your little one 🥺🙏❤️
@@S_1490 thank you so much 💓
Admitting you need the help is the biggest step in your journey. I only addressed my anxiety 3 years ago and have been dealing with it since I was a teen. It's overwhelming and a tough process but just know this.. You will get through it and you will come out the other side feeling in control and knowing more about yourself :)
Joe should look into a counseling program offered through his job... sometimes jobs pay for the mental health sessions for their employees and their family.
Zoloft saved my life and I’m a better wife and mom because of it! Rooting for you so much and looking forward to seeing you conquer the world!
Same here! Im weaning off right now from zoloft..7 months post partum. How long did you continue?
I feel you Kayla.. I'm a mom of two small children as well I also struggle with anxiety. My doctor prescribed medication and I been pushing it off as well. I know you're Christian as I am myself. What I find helpful is literally praying every day. Also part of being a Christian is having FAITH. We need to have faith Kayla. Just breathe in these hard moments when our fears and anxieties try to get the best of us. Leave it in God's hands. We cannot control certain situations or occurrences that are beyond our control. Have faith and let it be God's will to help and guide us. Have faith that he is by your side every step of the way in every move you make when caring for your babies. You are not alone 💖🙏 I know how scary it can be to be responsible constantly all the time for ourr little angels. We just need to have faith and do what we can within our means. Wishing you the best Kayla. 💗🤗🙏
While watching your vlogs, I noticed, that you have very little time for yourself without kids and outside the house. Ask your husband to watch them and get yourself at least an 1 hour outside and doing things for yourself :) it helps a lot
It helps. But the problem with anxiety is even when she's away from the kids, she would still get anxious worrying about everything that can go wrong while she's away. ... getting a ton of rest will calm her nerves for sure but the best thing she did was accessing a Faith based therapy..Hopefully everything goes well
I agree with this! She needs a little self time. Maybe she can go shopping by herself, and go to Starbucks and get a coffee and read at a table. It’s great for mental health to get to do something like that for yourself.
@@itohanstephen well, yes, but not only Faith based therapy- as i understand it is a branch of psychoterapy. Psychoterapy all together + medication. And time for myself always a good idea. I am a mother of 2 as well and my kids are also bery similar age like Kylas. So I understand how important is to go somwhere alone and to have a time for only myself :)
Thats what i been telling her on all her videos but she always defend him she is always saying he helps a lot and seriously i never see him helping he is either workig, exercising, or sleeping in the couch. I mean he does get to keep his life by dojng his things but she doesnt.
Thank you for always being so real, transparent and vulnerable with us! You're a light in mine and I'm sure a lot of people's day! Love watching your family 🥰
I can relate. I didn’t realize I had postpartum anxiety after my first baby but I had similar fears about being home alone and something happening (my husband was deployed). I didn’t seek help because I didn’t know it was unusual. Fortunately it sorted itself out and now I haven’t experienced it since having my second baby.
I’m so proud of you for recognizing the issue and reaching out! I also fear medicine (idk if it’s bc my parents taught me to or what) so I understand that part of it too.
You’re amazing 💕
I have Bad anxiety and I also work through it so just know you're not alone.
You speaking out helps to break that mental health stigma. 👍
I'm so proud of you for getting help. Looking after your mental health is so important! Thank you for speaking out about it as well, I feel like not enough TH-camrs (and people in general) talk about it. I hope it doesn't take the meds too long to sort out. Good luck!
I so admire your strength and openness, you've got this Kayla! I'm sure in no time you'll feel it was worth taking this step short-term and that you'll come out of this whole thing much stronger X
You got this Kayla, take time for you when you need to, but I am proud of the steps you are taking and for talking about it. You are helping break that stigma you spoke about, we shouldn't be judged for these things when so many women go through this. You are coming into a new season of life, and I know God is guiding you.
I'm crying. I'm crying because I relate to you so much. I lose my sh** often and it's scary. Not sure if it's anxiety or depression but I know I'm not myself. My last postpartum check up was last March, right before we shut down for COVID. I was not able to see a doctor for my depression. I've been trying to deal with it on my own, and sometimes I feel like I can't see the light. But I pull thru. It takes a lot to talk about it and I'm proud that you are seeking help.
I feel for you with your anxiety. I get it. I don’t have the obsessive thoughts to that degree but I do understand anxiety. You are headed in the right direction. Give yourself grace. Being a parent is hard and is endless I will keep you in my prayers!
I don’t have kids, however I recently was diagnosed with health anxiety. I was hospitalized recently thinking I was having a heart attack. (It was anxiety). After many medical bills, and fear etc I am now medicated! ✊🏼✊🏼🙌🏼
I was the one who recently asked if you were medicated. You responded. But I am happy you’re taking a stand, and fixing it! Give it a chance for the meds to work!!! I’ve been taking meds for a month , and it’s made SUCH a difference !
So very glad to see you getting help. Over the past few vlogs you seemed increasingly ready for it and I, as someone living with a mental illness and taking meds for it and being a mother to a 14 month old daughter, know how much of a difference both meds and counselling can make. Please keep sharing with us; I'm sure you have gotten a ton of supportive comments today. Keeping you in my heart these days.
Here to say you aren’t alone!!! I have those thoughts and feelings as well. Medication has helped me. I pray your find relief soon! Thank you for being so open and honest ❤️
Girl I always say you are so REAL! THANK YOU! You're my best friend in my head. Mental health is something that isn't talked about as much as it should be and especially in the Latino community. Also as moms we feel like we can't lose it or have to be perfect. I've been looking into starting counseling so thank you I can relate as a mom of 2. I had my son in March 2020 and then the pandemic hit so I had postpartum and a global pandemic at once. ❤
After watching my mother in law pass away in front of me my anxiety came back, my hypochondria came back, my panicking attacks came back...I would end up in my doctors office every month telling him I am sure I have a brain tumor...im positive I have xyz...and my doctor was so amazing and didn't make me feel crazy bur explained what was happening in my brain and body. thanks to him i tried holistically treating it because I was terrified of meds. I didnt want to start relying on them to live. I've struggled my whole life with anxiety and depression but thats the worst it's been and I decided to try meds to help me just get thru. It was rough until my body adjusted to the meds..I was on zoloft for a year before going off it..getting off it was a little rough for a week or 2. Now about 2 years later and 1 year post partum my anxiety is there but not to that extent! You do what you have to do to enjoy life and not suffer every day.
Hey it’s gonna be okay I’m here to support you!!!!!!!!
Lots of love from the Aussie fans.
Thank you Kayla for your openness and honesty. Ik it must've been tough talking about this. This video has helped me to know that a lot of women especially suffer from this as the load of motherhood is a great load to bear. With the proper care and support I know you will be OK.
I am on lexapro too. give it about 3 weeks before you make any decisions. it has been amazing for me thus far.
Glad you're talking about this! I've been on Lexapro for seven years, and it's been really great for me. SSRIs like Lexapro definitely take about 4 weeks to work.
Well done kayla.. its so normal tbh. People just dont say it.. after my 1st child i remember thinking a truck would spontaniously lose control and drive over my baby in the stroller! Of course never did or would.. thought i was mad but its overwhelming being a parent at times.. you getting help shows what a great mom u are.. you will feel better soon and can enjoy life more relaxed.. thank you.. 🙂
So proud of you for asking your doctor, and for sharing, because there are lots of women don’t know what is offered through their OB. The education about postpartum anxiety/depression is still severely lacking in our country! So thank you for sharing your experience!
I'm so glad you reached out for help. I suffer from anxiety as well, and was resistant to trying medication. I finally had it and decided to try meds. The first few I tried didn't work well for me, but I finally found one that did and boy what a world of difference! I hope Lexapro works for your anxiety and if for some reason it doesn't (or if the side effects don't go away) please keep looking for the right medication for yourself. You deserve to feel happy and anxiety free.! (hug)
Hey Kayla ,i've been watching your vlogs for a while for my English practice to be honest 🙈 and i feel myself happy that i understand someone native speaking in that pace 🌼I'm not a Christian but it doesn't matter. Just don't forget that children are gift from God and He is the REAL possessor of everything.So we do the best we could to protect them ,but we can not control everything.Sometimes we need to let it flow.I hope you'll get over this anxity soon ☘️
Thank you for sharing. I am 13 months pp and I have literally seen red. The rage is so real and I ended up throwing things and I never want to go back there. I go to therapy weekly and I went to my dr to get a prescription but I’m still breastfeeding and I want to continue for a little bit longer. So I haven’t taken the meds but they are there when I am ready to stop because I will start them. I was on them before and went off bc I was pregnant and now breastfeeding and this whole journey into motherhood has not been an easy one. The anxiety is so hard to deal with and know that you aren’t alone. I applaud you for being strong and seeking help.
Thank you for sharing, you are not alone. I love love love your videos, they are such an inspiration to me. Wishing you the best of health and lots of love.
Well done for this video!! Its so nice to know that like us you loose your sh** too! Yes i was in the same situation when my kids had no school cause of the pandemic but now that they are back and i have some me time things are soooo much better! I feel happier, i am happier. Thanks for sharing and a suggestion i would give you is to try and get 1 hr during the day just for you to be alone doing something as we all need some me time and it does make a world of difference. Walks help too with the kids as i needed some fresh air too instead of being locked at home all day long. Lots of love coming your way x
This is so relatable! I suffered from severe postpartum anxiety until my daughter was 18 months. It’s so hard but good for you for making the right steps to start to feel better! One thing I always tell myself is they are just thoughts! A thought doesn’t mean it’s going to happen or that you even think that! ❤️
I promise the side effects get better. I’ve been on antidepressants for years and the first few weeks are rough with side effects, but they go away or at least lessen and you start to feel better. I had a ton of anxiety in my early 20s to the point where I couldn’t function normally and was so angry all the time, but now I feel like a normal person!
Cheer up for you. I got anxiety disorder before pregnant and now I am 25 wk pregnant for that reason ihave to stop the anxiety medication and change to psychotherapy instead. It's really hard time . Hope you get well soon and just want you to know you are not alone. The medication and some therapy will help you .❤️❤️❤️
You my friend, are amazing! Not just because you have a wicked TH-cam channel and you are a wonderful mamma! You my friend can tackle anything. This pandemic is enough to drive any mamma clean crazy. You can be so real to your channel and I appreciate that. You are the only one I know of that can and will do this on TH-cam especially. Make you even stronger. I look up to you! Wish we were neighbours! Love of love to you and your family!!! Chow doll 🙋🏻♀️❤️
Good for you for getting help!! Medication and counseling will help tremendously! I also had PPA and going on medication has been very very helpful! I was also put on a low dose and was so scared and nervous to take it I thought I would get addicted but that’s not the case at all it has helped with my anxiety soooo much
Recently I’ve been having severe chest pains to the point where I think i’m having a heart attack. Turns out my anxiety has reached a new level. I’m getting help next week, this video just made me feel better to know that i’m not alone or “crazy” lol! Love your videos.. have been watching since I became pregnant and now my son just turned a year old! ♥️
Thanks for sharing this Kayla. Praying for you! If you find you need to stop your med, just be sure to wean yourself off- don’t stop cold turkey. But I’m praying it will help you. Also, limit the TV time during the day and maybe take away some of the toys (especially noisier ones) to help reduce the over stimulation.
I had anxiety like this before a had my son. He’s 6 months old and I have also been afraid of medication. At one point driving home I had a panic attack, I thought I was going to have a heart attack, I couldn’t see and had to pull over. Since I’ve had my son my anxiety has been insane. It’s almost like PTSD when I walk into certain places where I have these “anxiety/panic attacks” I now take medication, I feel better but hopefully it’s only short term. Good luck to you and I want you to know I feel the exact same way as you!!!
I’m on lexapro and a small dose Xanax and was terrified at first.
Kayla ... You are very wise and brave to share your journey!!
I know several women who have taken Lexapro for anxiety with excellent results!
Good Luck beautiful Momma!!!
Just signed up for BetterHelp today after thinking about it for a while. So funny that you mention using them too. I also have had mental health issues after the birth of my baby in December 2019. I didn’t want to have to pay for it either but I realize that my mental health is worth it. It’s foundational to my functioning and growth as a person, wife and mum. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Ok know it's hard to talk about your mental health and Thank you for sharing this with us. I have struggled all my life with depression and its not easy!!!! I have seen many therapists and I'm seeing one now and it's hard!!!! I was sexually abused by a cousin when I was a little kid and I have been struggling with dealing with it all my life but I am starting to take control of my life and to take that power away from him and I'm doing it but I've been on medication for a long time!!! Hang in there it will get better but it takes time. We're all here for you.
Thank you so much for talking about this!
I feel the same way. I recently just hit rock bottom as a mom of 2 and started therapy and medication too! I went to my health insurance website and used “find a provider” to find a therapist. The sessions are virtual and the $20 copay is covered for free right now bc so many people are needing therapy due to the pandemic.
Struggling with anxiety too. I don't call it postpartum even though our boys are the same age because it's more related to social issues and the state of the world. For me s*** really didn't hit fan until this winter. I'm going the CBD route. Things are not perfect, but it was a life changing tool. And I'm seeing a functional medicine doctor a couple weeks because we're total hippies. I spent a lot of time feeling crazy and alone. Thanks for letting people into this part of your life. We need each other.
I'm so happy for you that you are finally battling your anxiety and hope it will help you a ton! :)
I don't have kids yet, but my irrational thoughts were pretty bad too. I started therapy in September and it has helped a lot. Another thing that had a Huge impact on my anxiety is meditation - cannot recommend it enough! 15-25 minutes a day spent meditating rather than surfing the web/watching movies/doing other unimportant stuff makes unimaginable difference
First, I want to say that I love you and your channel. I’m a long time watcher but this is the first time commenting. Second, I can relate heavily to this. I have 4 kids myself and my anxiety has only gotten worse with each child. I don’t know if it’s because I’m older with each pregnancy or have more kids with each subsequent pregnancy or maybe the pandemic? I just don’t know.
It’s so hard to talk about something like this so thank you for bringing more awareness to this because it is so much more common than people realize. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way! You’re amazing! You got this!
counselling is worth it.... your mental health is crucial
Thank you for sharing and being so honest with how you feel. As someone who suffers from anxiety (very similar to your thoughts and feelings) you can sometimes feel crazy with how you’re feeling and sharing it can seem so scary.
But again, thank you for sharing it! I know it’s going to help a lot of people.
Also, I took Lexapro for about a year and a half and it was so so helpful for me. I didn’t realize how bad my anxiety was until the medicine started working and I finally felt like myself again. It was like a fog was lifted.
I really understood your feeling because after having my first child, i has the same anxiety just like you said. I also took some medicine. It really takes time to adjust to the medicine. However, now i am very good. Do not worry. Cheer up.
Happy to hear you're taking steps to get help, and I genuinely hope it works well for you. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us.
You go girl!!!! 💗 I will be praying the medication helps soon. Always remember you are an amazing mama! ❣
I just started medication last night. Jackson and my baby where born the same month. So 1.5 later finally trying to fix my ppd ppa and rage. Excited to follow you on another mirrored journey with you.
The same anxiety happened to me when I had my first baby. I honestly thought something horrible would happen to her at all times. It consumed me. I’m so sorry that you are going through this. When I finally realized I need help actually helped me the most. I did use medication for a month. Prayers for you.
Kayla, I love your videos and have learned so much from you. You help me to be a better mom each day. Im so proud of you for your vulnerability and coming to terms with your anxiety. You got this!!!
Hi Kayla! I also have had this and you will be fine trust me. Eat lots of fruits and veggies. You will start to feel better soon just trust the process. You can always lean on us. I love ya girl. We are here for each other!💗😘
I can relate, I had postpartum anxiety with my first baby. I found talking to someone very helpful.
Kayla thank you for talking about this. My husband works all night and i fear that something will happen to me and my daughter will be alone until 4 am when he gets back. I get anxiety attacks everyday.
My husband works all night until 9 am in the morning and i do get anxiety at night is only me and my daughter is scary
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Is so important to break the stigma of mental health, and is by talking about it that we break it. I hope from now on it becomes easier and you can see results soon and you can feel better :) You're awesome!!
This is crazy bc I was JUST at my OBGYN having this same conversation. She said we could do something like Lexapro that’s daily or do something as needed like hydroxypam . I chose the latter and totally hated it. It is an antihistamine and it makes you sleepy and I have two little kids and CAN NOT be sleepy. The thought of being sleepy when my kids need me gave me more anxiety.... so I threw them out and I’m still feeling so anxious and scared of everything. I haven’t gone back to the doctor bc it feels like such a fail, as a mother and a woman, like why am I freaking out about my kids all the time, why do I not believe in myself? I know there’s no shame in it and it’s normal but I can’t help but feeling inadequate.
Thank you for sharing your story postpartum it really helped me today. I needed this
I have 3 kids under 5 and can relate to anxiety. I haven’t done anything about it yet except got my blood panel done as well, and all was fine. I think modern culture has escalated motherhood anxiety, it’s so common, unfortunately. Thanks so much for sharing!!
Thank you for sharing. I have a two year old and a 6 week old and your experience is very relatable. I’m now considering entering into counseling to grab a hold of my anxious thoughts.
Thank you for this video - I also go through the same anxiety and scary thoughts ever since I had my baby. Makes me feel better that I'm not the only one.
I’m happy to hear you’re taking steps to better mental health. Thanks for sharing-none of this is easy!
Most health insurance should cover the fee... .. why not call and find out... your anxiety will likely go down as the kids grow older.. I'm glad you're getting the help you need. I pray everything goes well
Unfortunately MOST health insurance doesn’t. I do medical billing
May is mental health awareness month thanks for sharing !!!
I'm glad to see you working it all out. We all have our struggles and it's really important to know your limit and ask for help🥰
I take sertraline for ppd and anxiety 100mg because 50 wasnt helping me enough. I had ppd and anxiety when my daughter was born and again 10 months later when i had a miscarriage and had to have a tube removed. Its been over 2 months and my anxiety still gets to me. My anxiety gives me aweful physical symptoms like nausea, vomiting, chills
Its so aweful. Im so glad you started taking something!
I was never an anxious person either after my first I had anxiety but was able to work through It. After my second, my anxiety got so bad where I would think the worse scenarios and give myself panic attacks. It got so bad that I finally decided to try medicine. I also was so against taking It saying it’ll go away on its own. I’ve been on anxiety medicine for 5 months and it has made such a difference! I am able to just go and not thinking of the worse scenario is going to happen. It takes awhile to notice but It does make such a difference
This is definitely not an easy topic to open up about so thanks Kayla for sharing. I'm sure this will help a lot of people and validate similar experiences. Good luck❤🙏
Thank you for sharing this! I also struggle with PPD and PPA, I was prescribed 2 different medication for it. One being lexapro. I had the same feeling you described and just felt more anxious. Glad I’m not the only one who felt that! Now I’m on Celexa and still trying to feel it out. I hope it works out for you or you find something that works! I keep a quote on my iPhone home screen that says “I’m doing my best and that’s enough” and it helps me whenever I’m feeling down/anxious.
we are with u let's fight it and embrace the best moment everyday
Thanks for sharing. You are so brave to talk about ppa so openly. Rem to reach out to your close friends, mum and sis regularly. I find talking to close friends help too, besides the professional help of course. Friends and family know you personally and their perspective and support can be pretty spot on. You will get better!!
I hope things get better for you! You deserve to be okay and i’m glad you’re taking the steps to get there. You will be a better momma and wife for it! 💕
Thank you for sharing. This type of conversation is helpful in a lot more ways than you know. 💗 Much Love
Commenting before the video is done.. you got this. I really appreciate you being so open. Keep an eye on how the medicine affects you.. they also take time to work plus another one may work better for you
Sending love Kayla 💕 gotta look after yourself so you’re doing the right thing xx
I can understand where your coming from and I think you are feeling overwhelmed with having two babies bcuz you are a wonderful mommy and u put so much pressure on yourself to be perfect to your babies and to take good care of them. I can relate as I have a 14 month old daughter and am now 8 months pregnant with baby #2. I have felt similar anxieties and you are not alone. I think it's so important to get to the root cause and understand where the anxiety is coming from. I read this book which has been extremely helpful and I think it would help you too. It's call "Overcoming unwanted and intrusive thoughts" by Sally Winston and Martin Seif. It really helps to understand where the thoughts come from and how to process them. Praying for peace and healing and rest. The Father knows your struggles and He is never late in sending help your way. 💜🙏
I hope the meds work for you! Anxiety as a mom is so tough. You aren’t alone💕
In a similar situation. I finally went to see my OB and she prescribed me seterline. I was so scared after taking my first pill I had a panic attack. I didn’t want to take it anymore and then my husband reminded me the pills are supposed to help and take them every day like the doctor said for them to work. And sure enough on my third week I was able to stop crying and my anxiety has gotten so so so much better. Also my husband gives me two nights out the week where he gets up in the night with the baby so I can have uninterrupted sleep🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
GIRL.
look into PMDD.
It’s totally a thing and way more common than folks realize!
And hey...
*not all thoughts are true*
Remember that.
Good for you doing what feels right for you and your mental health!! I had PPD and PPA and it is easy to doubt yourself. People will try to judge your choices but it's no one else's business! The medicine will help with the physical symptoms and the therapy will help your thinking patterns. Best of luck!😊
I can definitely relate! I’m proud of you for taking that step! Prayers! 🖤
Been watching your channel for a long time. Love your videos! I'm also on lexapro for postpartum anxiety. It has helped me tremendously, praying it helps you too!
I had something similar last summer where I was panicky and irritable but like nothing I ever experienced. This occurred when I stopped breastfeeding. It could be your hormones rebalancing. I think your doc should’ve tried an alternative bc. It might help without messing with your brain chemistry. But she probably recognized certain characteristics of it being anxiety. Good luck and keep us posted. It’s hard
This sounds a lot like OCD. I have OCD, different kind of thoughts, though (but the mechanism is the same). I overcame my fears through therapy, no meds, and now I'm fine. I've been fine for 5 years already. I still say that I have OCD, because I think it's just the way I am, but I can control my thoughts and it doesn't scare me anymore. Also, the episode in the car looks like a panic attack. I think you can benefit a lot from therapy... I chose the brief psychotherapy, it's very effective with ocd and anxiety problems. I hope you'll be better soon, I know how hard this can be, it was the lowest moment of my life... but it gets better, don't worry! A big hug from Italy (sorry for my English...)
Maybe you should practice with riley what to do in case mommy needs help in an emergency. Practice a 911 call. Write down your address where she can see. I remember my mom practicing with me when I was little. And riley is smart I am sure she will catch on with practice
This is a great idea!
Hey Kayla I have watched you for some time now and know you will get through it. Not sure if this will help but I feel with covid and being locked in has been hard on everyone. I think looking into a mom group or getting some mom friends to hang out with in person will help. In person interaction is needed for everyone's mental health. Good luck !
Kayla I relate to what you are saying 100%. I am mom to 3 kids and it's super difficult. My husband also works long hours out of the house every day and I have those thoughts running through my head. I also suffer from anxiety. Have you ever looked into PMDD. Basically a more severe form of PMS. I feel very angry and on edge and even my anxiety is much worse the week before my period. Have a look into that. I hope you feel better soon.
Getting time to yourself everyday will help out a lot. Before C word happened I would go to the gym for an hour. That hour of me time was life changing. The gyms closed last October. They just opened 2 weeks ago. I was miserable without the 1 hour of me time everyday.
I need to say I'm for medicine. Im on lexapro also.
I also struggle with anxiety and I don’t have kids but I am here for you and you are in my prayers 🙏
Best of luck to you on this journey! Praying for you cause I can do relate.🙏😍
I take lexapro as well for my anxiety. It sounds weird that you weren't able to sleep because usually they recommend taking lexapro at night because some people get sleepy during the day if they take it early in the morning. In any case, I've been taking lexapro for around 3 years, it has helped tons with my anxiety and no side-effects at all :)
I can relate but I have zero kids. I have really bad anxiety. Glad you are working on this. It’s good to get outside professional help and speak about all of our emotions. Wish you luck!
Sweetie u do what u have to do. I wish I could get help. I'm a single mom raising my youngest son who is 12. But I lost a child 6 yrs ago to suicide. He was 26. I dont have insurance to see dr to get meds. So by all means get help u need. Juggling anxiety and depression on your on is by far not the answer. Prayers for you sweetie.
Wow so sorry to hear about losing your son. There are free programs sometimes through churches maybe one in your area can provide counseling or help. Some counseling center also provide counseling at a low rate. Praying you are able to get counseling as well. 🙏❤