10/23/2025
Sound familiar? ⤵️
Scary intrusive thoughts are so common for postpartum moms.
In fact, they’re considered a universal experience in the postpartum period.
When thoughts make you uncomfortable (hey “what if my baby stops breathing,” I’m looking at you), this is a sign that the thought is driven by anxiety.
Anxiety pops the thought in your brain, so what do you do?
You go check the baby.
Anxiety goes down… until it builds again.
And now you’re not sleeping yourself because of those intrusive thoughts abd the urge to keep checking.
If anxiety feels like it’s hijacking you and preventing you from enjoying your time with your baby or even just getting decent SLEEP, there is help out there for you!
I am accepting new postpartum clients located in MN. 🙌🏻 If you’re outside MN, has a provider directory to find a postpartum specialist near you. 💕
✨Remember, you NEVER need a diagnosis to ask for help!✨
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The information contained in my posts is for basic educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for therapy. If you are questioning if you need care of any kind, please seek out a trained professional for assessment and next steps.