Why some women get bored or depressed after they gave birth?

Philippines
December 9, 2007 12:59pm CST
Yes! that is true? few months ago i gave birth to my first baby. I was happy and fulfilledthat time. But after 4 to 5 months I felt something....I am easy to annoy and getting bored on what im doing, I really want to go out but i can't because my baby needs me... i have to taking care of my baby. I really hate myself when I feel uneasy. but now I am ok and recovered already, evey minute and every seconds of my life i want to stay beside of my child to guide him and taking care of him... I love my family so much!
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@Ohara_1983 (4117)
• Kuwait
9 Dec 07
My daughter is going to 7 month old, i never feel the same us you, im so happy to my daughter i can go anywhere even i carry her everytime, but im really proud to mom, maybe some of mothers feel this way because they cannot easly return thier body when they are not pregnant as we know we become fat, but you need to do exercise to lose again your weight.
• Philippines
11 Dec 07
You are so lucky because you are not one of us who felt the same way! I am telling you now, I am really ok. Maybe it's just part of being a mom in order to be strong and face the obligation.
@susieq223 (3742)
• United States
10 Dec 07
Welcome to myLot! First of all, you are not alone! It is very normal to feel that way some of the times. You are probably exhausted! Taking care of a baby is never-ending and the responsibility can seem overwhelming. I hope you have a significant other who can help you with the baby and also cheer you up! Also it takes awhile for the body to get back onto an even keel with all the hormones, nerves, etc., especially if you are nursing. Sometimes the depression can get so bad a person needs professional help and/or medication. Serious, on-going depression is due to chemical imbalances in the body. Give yourself frequent breaks and don't be too hard on yourself as a mother! No such thing as a perfect one!
• Philippines
11 Dec 07
Thanks for nice responsed! But now I am really ok! fully understand the obligation of a mother. I am very thankful to god for giving me a healthy child and for helping me to take good care of my family.