Are You Ready for These 7 Feelings After Giving Birth?
First feeling: Sadness
There is a high chance that your eyes will turn into two boiling fountains of tears and you will cry for no reason. You will probably become more sensitive to small and simple things and have less tolerance. Now what do these mean? Does this mean that you are not happy about becoming a mother? It definitely has nothing to do with your feelings of motherhood. This state is completely normal for a few days to a few weeks after giving birth, and you may feel a slight emotional change as your body adjusts to the new conditions after pregnancy. If this situation lasts for a long time, do not postpone seeing a doctor and help yourself as soon as possible.
Second feeling: Fear
Some mothers are terrified of being alone with their child because they don’t know how to care for him. Some are worried about his eating, and others are afraid that they won’t be able to calm their baby down. Know and be aware that you are not the first mother to have such fears, and you won’t be the last. Try to be wise and calm, and seek help from your pediatrician or even a counselor if you need it.
Third feeling: Excessive Joy
Just as sadness can be overwhelming after giving birth, so can joy. The birth of a living being whose every yawn or whimper can bring a wave of joy to a mother’s heart is as powerful as any other maternal emotion. Interestingly, you may find yourself feeling unusually energetic and restless. This energy is certainly needed to care for your baby, but remember to take care of yourself and give yourself time to rest.
Fourth feeling: Anger
A sudden change in life situation, not knowing how to breastfeed your child or change his diaper, and in short, many other changes and not knowing, may cause a wave of anger in you. This situation is normal and may last for a short time, but for women who are idealistic, this may be one of the symptoms of postpartum depression. A mother who thinks that her child should not cry so much and is not used to this issue should see a doctor as soon as possible to prevent postpartum depression.
Fifth feeling: Anxiety
It is completely normal to experience feelings like anxiety, worry, and stress in the first few weeks after giving birth. Your hormones are changing, your sleep schedule has changed, and taking care of your baby has become a new responsibility. So it is normal to feel anxious. Some mothers even experience “anxiety attacks” during this time, which are more intense. If these problems do not resolve after a few weeks, see a doctor.
Sixth feeling: Over-sensitivity
Crying for any reason and crying for no reason, that’s the question!
Mothers after giving birth are capable of crying for everything, big and small, and this is not their fault. The reason for this crying may be why their husband took so long to give them a glass of water or because their child is so sweet that they can’t stop hugging him. Don’t panic when you see this situation and give it about two weeks. Usually, after this time, emotions will gradually return to their normal state. But if it doesn’t return, please visit your doctor.
Seventh feeling: Doubt
If you are one of those mothers who thinks that motherhood is in your instincts, so that when your child is born, you know exactly what to do, it is better to change this mindset. When your baby is born, many things may not go as planned; for example, you may not have milk for a while. This may cause you to doubt and worry: Can I be a good mother at all? Did I choose the right time to have a baby? These feelings are fleeting and will gradually disappear after the first few weeks. Don’t take the first few weeks too hard and do your best.
