I think I have PND

[2sweetgirls]

I really feel angry, I cant sleep.

I cant get the house work done.

If DD2 cries i tense up, she seems like the most iriitating child at times, but then other times i cant get enough of her.

I just think its stress alot of the time, but how do i stop stressing... its much easier said than done.

I dont want to be this monster anymore. I yell way too much. I swear and I hate people who swear :(

I took this test on blackdoginstitute site and I got a pretty high score:confused:

what now?

[Tam-I-Am]

well, there are several options...It depends on which way you want to go. I would advise that a good course of action would be to make an appointment with your GP and get a referral to a psychologist. It sounds like, even if you don't have PND, you're struggling in a couple of different areas, and could use some support. With a GP's referral, you can access up to 12 session of counselling for a medicare rebated rate. There may be a small gap fee - it would be wise to discuss that with the psychologist you get a referral to when you call to make an appointment.

Alternatively, if you want to, you could just contact a psychologist privately for counselling. This won't entitle you to the medicare rebate, however, and counselling privately can be a little expensive otherwise.

Other than that, try looking at the Beyond Blue website for resources and ideas.

You've done the hardest thing here - admitting that you need some help and support is the first step in being happier. Don't lose sight of how much work you've already done :hugs: and don't let it get away from you, okay? :hugs:

[Mahjong]

Please see your GP or CHN. If you are feeling like this, then you really need to address it.

Good luck with it, I suffered PND when I had DS#1, it really is a terrible illness. I didn't want to be anywhere near my son, I could not stand the crying either. He never slept longer than 2 hours out of 24.

There is a light at the end of the tunnel though, please remember that.

[Nowhere]

hugs court I know you have been down for some time now and have been worried about you HUGS

Myabe talk to the Gp that you like and see if there is anything to help, maybe counciling might be an option

big hugs darl, you know im always here if you need a shoulder to cry on even if its only over MSN

:hugs::hugs::hugs::hugs::hugs:

[2sweetgirls]

I guess alot of the causes would have started from before I had DD2 DH went on deployment with the army, and i was very unprepared.

i cried alot while he was away, I found out DD2 had a heart condition, and I was very uneducated about this sort of thing, so I was very worried. naturally.

DH then made it back to the birth. then left 8 days later to go back OS.

Then DD was so unsettled scream for hours a day, would not feed, i was all alone and sooo overwhelmed

DD2 was put onto neocate to see if her not so silent reflux would calm

It did and then i had the challenge of not being able to breast feed

And then it has just esculated with DD2, she is so unsettled, sick allll the time... I dont want to sound like I am making exscuses for my behaviour.

I just need some light on why i feel like this

[samsgirls]

I really feel angry, I cant sleep.

I cant get the house work done.

If DD2 cries i tense up, she seems like the most iriitating child at times, but then other times i cant get enough of her.

I just think its stress alot of the time, but how do i stop stressing... its much easier said than done.

I dont want to be this monster anymore. I yell way too much. I swear and I hate people who swear :(

I took this test on blackdoginstitute site and I got a pretty high score:confused:

what now?

That sounds like me. Go to your GP and he will do a health assessment, and may prescribe anti depressants. Also, he should refer you to a pschycologist or a healht professional to talk to. This has helped me a lot, when i was diagnosed with depression a few months ago. I was getting anxious a lot and did a lot of what you mentioned in your post. You will feel better when u see someone.:yes:

[bissym]

I found it REALLY hard to find any decent help at first, even from my (now ex) GP (who suggested a couple of sleeping pills so I could get some sleep :().

Try calling Belmont Private Hospital, they've got a 24hr support line 3398 0238 and may be able to direct you further.

What ever you do DON'T PUT OFF getting the HELP NOW.

Good luck. :hugs:

[2sweetgirls]

thanks ladies. I dont know if i really want any meds.

I think i just need someone to talk to at the moment. DH will listen and support but he cant really help.. IYKWIM:confused:

[Elliemac]

Hi 2sweetgirls

On the beyond blue website, there are online tests you can take. It sounds like you have already taken one like this. On the site, they suggest printing out the score of the tests and taking that to your GP as a way of bringing up the topic, as it can be hard to talk about.

I would urge you to talk to your GP, even if you don't want to take medication, they may have other options for you, counselling or something else???

In the meantime - are you taking a multivitamen??? I know when I ran out of mine, it made a big difference to the amount of patience I have with my DD. Maybe this would help??? But I would still urge you to see your GP.

You deserve to feel better.

[reAllytee]

Court :hugs::hugs::hugs:

If you need to talk PM me anytime ... Im often around just hiding because well im not coping well either & just dont always want to talk but i am here anytime you need me.

Please go & speak with your g.p ... I know its hard & you dont have to take any meds just yet you can do counselling etc before taking that leap. But if you need to remember that the meds arent all bad, they are there because sometimes we need them.

Me well i need them all the time i have now come to grasp this reality as much as it sucks & i still try to fight it but that doesnt mean you will. It may only be just for now say 6mths they dont have to be forever.

You have a lot on your plate & its ok not to cope ... We arent super human & not always having your DH around makes it even harder.

You are doing an amazing job of coping with what you are & you should really pat yourself on the back for it. Sometimes though its not bad to say you need to lean on someone at times though.

Anyways Tam gave you some great info & im just rambling now !

:hugs::hugs::hugs:

[bissym]

*I found it REALLY hard to find any decent help at first, even from my (now ex) GP (who suggested a couple of sleeping pills so I could get some sleep :().

*thanks ladies. I dont know if i really want any meds.

Okay, I can see how this came across wrong:rolleyes:; I didn't want meds either, that's why I was annoyed at the GP. What I meant was, if you're not getting the answers/ help you need don't give up seeking it out.:hugs:

ps. stoo-pid multiquote wouldn't work:o

[2sweetgirls]

thanks again, ally and bissym, your comment did not come across wrongly at all, I just meant I dont know if I need meds, and I know I dont want to have to take them either.:no:

I guess I dont know if I am just HIGHLY strung, or I really am suffering from something much deeper.

I know I have felt this way for a very long time now.

But I know I have had alot on my plate in the past 2 years.

I guess everyone goes through stressful times.

DD2 is crying alot lately, that might be why I have heightened stress and DH leaves again tomorrow, so I have been sobbing all morning:(

Thanks again, you have all been very supportive:hugs:

[samsgirls]

Hey 2sweetgirls,

I do know how u feel. I really do. My hubby is in the Navy, and i think i was depressed for a long time but it didn't hit me until just before DH was due to go to sea last time. I went to DCO, cos i just broke down on the phone one day and they sent someone to come and talk to me. Thats when i went to the GP, on their request, and at first I was very reluctant about taking medication, I thought it would mean i was weak. The Dr reassured me i was not weak, and that the medication would not alter me. It hasn't, I don't feel any different with in myself, just less anxious. The pscycologist is great to talk to. And she has taught me some coping mechanisms, that I will have to use, when DH goes away at the start of July. That will be for 3 mths, ouch! I still have down days, but I used to cry all the time, and haven't for a while. I am happier in general. But yes, go and talk to someone, please.:hugs:

[reAllytee]

thanks again, ally and bissym, your comment did not come across wrongly at all, I just meant I dont know if I need meds, and I know I dont want to have to take them either.:no:

I guess I dont know if I am just HIGHLY strung, or I really am suffering from something much deeper.

I know I have felt this way for a very long time now.

But I know I have had alot on my plate in the past 2 years.

I guess everyone goes through stressful times.

DD2 is crying alot lately, that might be why I have heightened stress and DH leaves again tomorrow, so I have been sobbing all morning:(

Thanks again, you have all been very supportive:hugs:

:hugs::hugs:

You are entitled to feel this way.

I find every day a struggle & thats with DP around so no wonder you are 'losing it' so to speak.

Yes everyone goes through stressful times but that doesnt mean what you are going through is irrelevant.

Even just talking with someone on here who you can trust may just help relieve the stress iykwim otherwise really do seek out some help in regards to counselling the Army should have something available to you. Even if it only helps clear your mind then so be it otherwise having something a little bit more long time will not only help as a release but also to help gain some control over how you are feeling & then being able to help you in the future.

[2sweetgirls]

Well I got AF today Thank goodness.

I was getting quite anxious awaiting its arrival.

I have had a continuous AF for 6 months and then it stopped for five weeks not I think I have my proper cycle back, hopefully the DEPO injection has worn off.

I wil never ever use any type of contraception again!!!! He can get the snip. I think that was a huge part in the way I am feeling now also.

oh well tomorrow is another day.

Just have to focus on the moment, stay happy and positive.

:flowerz:

[CheekyMunstasMum]

Hi there!

I thought to pop in to recommend PANDA. they are a self help group, have over the phone psychologists and counsellors and have a vast network of community support (psychologist - less medication interventionist), PND support groups etc. I have found them to be invaluable, as like you, i dont believe that meds are necessary in my case, just having someone to talk to who has been there was what I needed. (all the workers with PANDA have had PND...).

they have a website, but not sure if i can post it. otherwise just google it....

:hugs:

[sam's mum]

:hugs: Court.

I hadn't seen your post, and I feel bad that I missed it.

I am pretty much always home, if you need help give me a call, I can take the girls down to the park and you can get a break.

Have you been to the dr yet?

[2sweetgirls]

Oh thankyou Cheeky, I will check them out, I appreciate it very much

J, Thankyou, your offer means alot. I really do think of you as a really good friend, i really enjoy your company, very down to earth.

Thanks

C.

[sam's mum]

aw shucks, just make sure you call if you need me.

[2sweetgirls]

I will I will

Hope that did not freak you out. I Just really enjoy your company.:hugs:

[sam's mum]

:) its all good