I just wanted to say that I have pretty much had anxiety my whole life, but when I got pregnant it seemed like my anxiety hit an all time high. Well now it's almost been three years since I have had my beautiful daughter, and I still get it. I am on paxil for this but it's just getting so frustrating and I can tell it's starting to affect my marriage. I hate being scared all the time. Does anyone know what I mean? I can't wait to start the sessions. I honestly need to start feeling better!

Hi Heather! Just know that you are not alone. Please! I actually just joined the online community and I'm a little relieved that I'm not the only one. Yes, I get very scared also, and I think most of us here! And I do know that sometimes you get to a point where you can't do it -you just need to feel some kind of change, and it's ok to feel that way, because you will feel better. Please feel positive so you can feel your body with positive energy. We can go through this, we just need to except of what we have and face it and not let it take over our life. Remember- we are in control! And maybe this is happening in our life for a reason - one day when this will be over (and it will be-no matter how many ups and downs) in the end we'll be even stronger and appreciate things more and learn. Try to concentrate on positive things in your life. You are married, with a beautiful child. Observe the most amazing things that your daughter dose, smile and laugh more often. Try to keep your mind busy on something else. Weather it will be cleaning, or some kind of project. It will not be easy and not completely fine right away, but every step will add up and at the end you'll be able to control your feelings and will be fine. God is in control and I'm pretty sure he loves you! So take all your strength and face it! You will win this battle!

Yes, Heather I know what you mean.....but believe me it does get better......we just have to learn how to change our negative thought patterns.......and the anxiety does get better.....patience is the key, I think...I wish you all the luck in the world, and hope you feel better soon.

Thanks everyone who replied. It feels better to know that I'm not the only one out there. I can't wait to start enjoying my life again.

Hi Heather I was wondering if you are having scary thoughts when you are alone with your daughter?

I have this with my son, however after three years of educating myself I am 100% better. Let me know

I have scary/hurtful thoughts about my loved ones. I'm glad you overcame your situation. I'm looking to do the same with mine. Thanks for sharing.

Heather,

I take care of my 2 year son and I have anxiety about taking care of him. I tell myself frequently that I am very capable of caring for him. I am a great Mom. He has a bad cold right now, so I am worried about him. But I continually say to myself, "I am very capable of caring for him. I have read the section on toddler colds and am following the recommendations there. I have my pediatrician as a resource should his cold worsen. But for right now, he's okay and it's just a cold. This too shall pass and he will be fine." Now that sounds like it's easy to say, but I have to work at it. But I do feel better about taking care of him. Hang in there. We (the community) really do know what it's like for you.