New motherhood is often talked about as one of the happiest times of life — and it can be. But it can also bring exhaustion, anxiety, sadness, or feelings that are hard to explain, even when you love your baby deeply. If that’s been your experience, you are not alone, and you are not doing anything wrong.
Some of what you’re feeling may be the “baby blues” — mood swings and overwhelm in the first couple of weeks that often ease on their own. But for some moms, it goes further: racing thoughts and constant worry, or a heaviness and sadness that doesn’t lift, even weeks or months later. The pressure to feel only grateful and joyful during this time can make it even harder to admit when something feels off — but these experiences are common, and they are treatable.
You don’t have to just push through it. Reaching out isn’t a failure, and it doesn’t mean you’re not a good mother — it means you’re taking care of
yourself so you can keep taking care of your baby.
Care during pregnancy and postpartum is compassionate and centered on where you are right now, with a plan that fits your changing needs and your new life with a baby, delivered securely via tele-health so you can get support without needing to leave home. Whenever you’re ready, book an appointment — we’re here for you.