Depression makes parenting feel impossible some days

1w ago1 min read

There are mornings I wake up and the thought of getting the kids ready for school and pretending to be okay just feels like too much. I'm not suicidal or anything but I feel empty, unmotivated, like I'm just going through motions. My kids need more than what I can give them right now. Started therapy last month and it's helping a bit but some days are still really dark. Just putting this out there to see if anyone else is dealing with depression while trying to be present for their kids. It's lonely.

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JJasonRegular5d ago

This hits different. I've had mornings like that and the guilt that comes after, like you're failing your kids, just makes it worse. But here's the thing: getting out of bed on those days IS doing enough. Showing up even when you're struggling is the hard part. Have you reached out to anyone about this?

KKyleRegular6d ago

Those mornings are brutal. I've had days where just getting out of bed feels impossible and the thought of keeping it together for the kids is overwhelming. Have you talked to your doctor about what you're experiencing? Sometimes it's not just about trying harder, it's about getting actual help.

MMichaelRegular6d ago

I'm really sorry you're dealing with this. When depression hits it makes everything feel impossible including parenting. Please reach out to someone if you haven't already. Your kids need you healthy more than they need you pretending to be fine.

RRobertRegular6d ago

The pretending part is so exhausting. You don't have to be perfect for your kids. Sending you some hope that things can get better.