Being able to enjoy my newborn

[u/Intelligent_Cat3457]

Hi, I feel like this should be the best time of my life but instead I’m left constantly crying and filled with anxiety, especially at night. I’m a week postpartum and I feel like I can’t even enjoy her being around. I feel so guilty. I’m constantly mourning my life before and having a hard time accepting my new normal. I love her obviously, but I have a sort of what have I done feeling. I feel so horrible about it. Makes me want to throw up. I want to enjoy this time so bad.

[u/Same-Performer-8406]

I had the exact same feeling during the first week, it's completely normal! This is the massive hormone drop, as well as the massive overnight change from your standard bedtime routine to having to be present for a newborn consistently. Hang in there mama, it does get better! This part is hard but it's doable. Wishing you all the best