Struggling with anxiety since becoming a dad

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2d ago1 min read

Anyone else deal with this? Ever since my first son was born 2 years ago I've had this constant low level anxiety about something bad happening. I check on him multiple times a night even though my wife says he's fine. I know logically he's safe but my brain won't shut up about worst case scenarios. Started going to therapy but some days are harder than others. It's exhausting.

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PPaul W.Regular2d ago

You're not alone in this. The constant low-level dread thing is real for a lot of us dads. If it's affecting your sleep or daily life, talking to someone about it is totally worth it.

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WWill R.Regular2d ago

Getting outside and moving helped me a ton with the anxiety after my kids were born. Even just a walk around the neighborhood to get out of my head for a bit made a difference.

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BBen D.Regular2d ago

Dude, I felt this hard when my son was born. Still do sometimes. Helps to remember that a little worry means you care, but checking on him constantly just feeds the anxiety loop. You're doing better than you think.

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