If you are struggling with any of these feelings, thoughts or worries –
There is help available.
You do not have to suffer or go it alone!
Ask yourself:
Are you feeling sad or depressed?
Do you feel more irritable or angry with those around you?
Are you having difficulty bonding with your baby?
Do you feel anxious or panicky?
Are you having problems with eating or sleeping?
Are you having upsetting thoughts that you can’t get out of your mind?
Do you sometimes feel as if you are “out of control” or “going crazy”?
Do you sometimes feel like you never should have become a mother?
Are you worried that you might hurt your baby or yourself?
Print this form & bring it with you to your health care provider.
Many women fear their children may be taken away from them if they admit to having scary or violent thoughts. In most cases, these mothers are only having intrusive thoughts, and have no real intention of harming anyone. Please know there is effective treatment available for these symptoms.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency:
* Call 911
* Go to a hospital Emergency Room
* Call your doctor or health care provider
There is help available.
You do not have to suffer or go it alone!
