#7 - Coping With A Colicky Baby, Anxiety, Depression, and Ineffective Therapy (Anonymom series)

Welcome to my Anonymom series.  Real moms talking about their deepest and darkest moments - anonymously.  Anonymom episodes may consist of difficult topics including miscarriage, infertility, separation, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other potentially triggering issues.  Names have been changed to protect the identity of the mom. This episode features Cassandra, the mom of a 13 month old whom Cassandra describes as "colicky" and "spirited".  This mom goes in depth about the struggles of her first year of motherhood, including anxiety, depression, and four failed therapy attempts.  She shares her experience of finally finding a counselor with whom she "clicks", how helpful that has been, and where she's at now.  She gives helpful advice regarding looking back at the last year of motherhood, mourning the sad and bad times, but also being thankful for our struggles.  This podcast should not be substituted for legitimate mental health treatment.  If you or a mom you know is struggling with mental health difficulties during pregnancy, postpartum, or beyond, contact Postpartum Support International at 800-944-4773 or visit www.postpartum.net.  If you are worried about your safety or the safety of a loved one, please call for help immediately at 911 or by reaching out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.