Depression hit different after becoming a dad

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May 101 min read

I thought having kids would fix my depression but it's actually made it worse. I feel guilty being sad around them. I'm exhausted all the time, not sleeping even when I could, just scrolling on my phone at 2am. Anyone else experience this? Started antidepressants again last week and hoping things turn around.

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MMarkRegularMay 11

Have you talked to your doctor about medication? I was hesitant but it actually made a huge difference in how I show up for my kids. You can't pour from an empty cup.

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BBrandonNew DadMay 10

This right here. Everyone acts like becoming a parent magically fixes mental health issues but it actually brings all that stuff to the surface. You're not alone in this.

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AAlexRegularMay 10

Man I'm sorry you're dealing with this. Depression doesn't just disappear because something good happens in your life. That guilt you're feeling about not being better for your kids is real but it's not your fault.

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