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Monday Morning Musings II

Monday Morning Musings II

January 25, 2016January 26, 2016 PND RecoveryLeave a comment

This week I’ve been thinking about support and I came to realise that… It’s ok to ask for help. You will get stronger and when you do, you can return the favour. If you are looking for help and support with depression and anxiety please seek professional medical advice from a GP. If you are… Continue reading Monday Morning Musings II

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This morning's thought came to me during my daily walk, seeing the beauty in the shadows made me realise... Beauty can be found in the darkest of places. I think of this in regards to my depression and how I'm determined to find the positives in this dark place. They definitely exist, it can just take a bit of extra awareness to spot them. Just like it took me a bit more awareness of my surroundings to spot the pretty shadows. I can see that by getting to the darkest point in my life, I can only move forward now. I will become a better parent and person from all the things I've learnt during this time. I know the skills I've learnt will enable me to live a more fulfilling life and I am very grateful for that. #postnataldepression #postpartumdepression #depression #anxiety #ppd #pnd #mentalhealth #mentalillness #imnotashamed #happy #ptsd #mom #parenting #blogger #mbloggers #pbloggers #postnatal #postpartum #quoteoftheday #quote #musing #musings #instaquote #shadows #darkness #photography

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Monday Morning Musings: "Postnatal Depression can affect anyone." Postnatal depression or anxiety can affect mothers or fathers in the first 12 months after the birth of a child. While I knew I might have been more at risk due to previous depression, I thought I knew how to handle it. This was not true - I waited too long to seek help and ended up getting to a point where intrusive thoughts were taking over my life. Although there are things that can make you more susceptible to PND, I think it's really important for people to know that it really can affect anyone. You could have planned the baby or they could be a surprise, it could be your 1st or 4th baby, you could have enough money to be comfortable or be scrapping by - whatever the circumstances it could affect you. If you think you could have Postnatal Depression or Anxiety please seek professional medical advice. There is help available and the quicker you address it, the less chance it has of intruding on your life.

Don't underestimate the power of a nice shower! Whenever I'm having a bad day I am always amazed at the power of a nice shower. Not always easy to find the time for with a baby but it is so worthwhile to squeeze one in when things are tough. I find that the water washes away my problems and I come out feeling rejuvenated. Such a simple thing but as parents, every alone moment can be a real treasure.