I know postpartum depression is usually talked about with moms but I'm struggling hard. It's been 4 months and I feel numb most days. Not suicidal or anything but like, nothing brings me joy anymore. I go through the motions with the kids, work, wife, but inside I feel hollow. Been too embarrassed to tell anyone. Finally booked a therapy appointment. Has anyone been through this?
I'm glad you're talking about this. Postpartum depression in dads needs way more visibility. Have you thought about connecting with a therapist who specializes in this? Because what you're experiencing is legit and you deserve actual help, not just people telling you to tough it out.
Four months is still early even though it doesn't feel like it. Have you talked to your doctor about it? I waited way too long to reach out for help and it just made everything harder. There's no shame in needing support, whether that's therapy or medication or both.
This is more common than people realize. The exhaustion mixed with hormonal changes mixed with the reality that your life just completely shifted is a lot to carry. You're not weak for struggling. How's your support system looking right now?
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Brother, thank you for saying this out loud. I'm three months in with my second and some days I can barely get out of bed. Nobody talks about this but it's real and it's hitting me hard. Just knowing someone else is going through it helps honestly.