Having a baby is a big and beautiful change. You may feel happy and excited. But you may also feel worried, scared, or nervous. Some anxiety is common for new parents.
However, when you worry all the time and it lingers, you might be experiencing postpartum anxiety.
At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we help new parents in Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico feel calm and safe again. You are not alone, and help is here for you.
What Is Postpartum Anxiety?
Postpartum anxiety is when a parent feels very worried after having a baby. This can happen right after birth or many months later. It is different from postpartum depression.
Depression often feels like sadness. Anxiety feels like an intense worry that will not stop.
At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we know this can happen to any parent. It is not your fault. Significant changes are happening. We’re here to help.
Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Symptoms you may have if you had postpartum anxiety include:
- Frequent anxiety about various situations, although nothing is going on.
- The mind is full of fast, racing thoughts.
- Trouble sleeping, even after your baby falls asleep.
- Feelings of a racing pulse or short breath.
- Being unsettled or tense.
- Stomach aches, headaches, or tense muscles.
- Difficulty with concentration or remembering.
Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness helps you find peace again if these symptoms sound familiar.
Why Does Postpartum Anxiety Happen?
Postpartum anxiety can happen for many reasons:
- Hormone changes after birth can affect your mood.
- No sleep makes it harder to stay calm.
- Big life changes can make you feel stressed.
- Past anxiety may come back after birth.
- A complicated pregnancy or birth can leave you feeling scared.
At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we understand these causes. We treat each parent with care and respect.
Normal Worry vs. Postpartum Anxiety
Some parents naturally worry. But when worry becomes constant fear, it might be postpartum anxiety.
Normal worry makes you check the baby a few times. Postpartum anxiety keeps you awake, checking constantly.
Anxiety stopping you from enjoying time with your baby or doing self-care? Get help from our team at Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness.
How It Can Affect You and Your Baby
Postpartum anxiety can:
- Makes you feel tired and tense.
- Make it hard to eat or rest.
- Make it more complicated to bond with your baby because you are too worried.
At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, our goal is to help you feel better so you can enjoy moments with your baby.
Treatment and Support at Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness
We treat postpartum anxiety with care and kindness. Our services include:
- First Appointment: A private talk to learn about your feelings and make a plan for you.
- Medicine if Needed: If medicine can help, we will give it safely and check how it works for you.
- Treatment: Talk with an expert to know how to save your mind.
- Follow-ups: Checking in often to see your progress and make changes if needed.
We walk beside you every step of the way.
Simple Ways to Cope at Home
To feel better, try:
- Talk to someone you trust to share feelings.
- Take short breaks to calm your mind.
- Do gentle exercise to feel better.
- Rest when you can.
- Avoid scary news and online searches.
Learn more coping tools at Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness.
When to Get Help Right Away
You should get help if:
- Your anxiety lasts more than two weeks.
- It is getting worse.
- You can’t enjoy time with your baby.
- You have panic attacks or feel sick from stress.
Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness is available to you. Our services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy to meet your needs.
Our practice helps you feel like yourself again.
Conclusion
Postpartum anxiety is a normal experience, but it does not have to dominate your life.
At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we give parents peace of mind, calm, and confidence again.
We listen. We care. We understand. And we are ready to help you take the first step toward feeling better.
Request your appointment today and let us be your ladder to wellness.
FAQs
How is postpartum anxiety different from postpartum depression?
The condition of postpartum depression seems to be more of embitterment. The postpartum anxiety resembles the feeling of fear and anxiousness more. Some parents have both at the same time. At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we listen to your story and help you get the proper care.
How long does postpartum anxiety last?
It can last for weeks or months. Without help, it may stay longer. Many parents feel better at Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness in just a few weeks.
Will I need medicine?
Not always. Some parents do well with therapy alone. Others may need medicine for a short time. At Leading Edge Behavioral Health and Wellness, we discuss all your choices so you can feel safe and informed.
