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Depression hit different after becoming a dad
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Brad T.New Dad
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Before kids I could kind of hide when things were bad. Now I have two little humans depending on me and some days I can barely get out of bed. Not suicidal or anything but the weight is just crushing sometimes. Wife has been supportive but I feel like I'm letting everyone down. Anyone else deal with postpartum depression as a dad? Feels like no one talks about it for men.
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This right here is why we need to talk about postpartum stuff for dads more. Having two kids depending on you while you're struggling is a completely different level. Have you been able to talk to anyone about it or get any support?
Not the same but similar - I've found that being honest with my wife about the bad days actually helped. She can step in when I need it. Doesn't fix everything but feels less lonely.