Overcoming Postpartum Depression: About Me!

I grew up in a small town in western Indiana. I have parents who are still happily married. I have four brothers and one sister. I graduated from high school in 1999 and then attended college. I graduated from college in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree. I am currently employed by the State Government as a Social Worker. I enjoy my job, even though it is extremely stressful!

I have been married for almost 6 years. My husband and I decided to wait several years before starting a family. We were both very excited when we found out that I was pregnant. I had a great pregnancy. Very little went wrong, and besides my job, it was pretty stress-free. After my son was born was when everything started changing. I was very, very sad. I was full of anxiety and was having panic attacks. The Lord helped me through all of these issues and is still helping me today.

I returned to work 12 weeks after my son was born. Because my job is so stressful, it makes things even more difficult. It's hard enough to deal with a new baby, depression, anxiety, and panic attacks, and then on top of that, to deal with a very stressful job. I thank God for my job and I continue to ask Him for mercy in dealing with it all. I have a very supportive husband, so he makes my life easier. He is a wonderful father who loves his son dearly. I have attached some photos to show some of our journey to this point!

Me at 7 months pregnant