Posted by Daisym on July 31, 2008, at 18:57:06
In reply to that fuzzy-headed feeling (long, perhaps triggery), posted by onceupon on July 31, 2008, at 17:15:07
Welcome back.
You sound very much like an overwhelmed parent - too many balls to juggle and no sleep. I very much want you to go get a physical - and have your hormones checked, if you are the mom. (You didn't say male or female.) This may be a case of perinatal mood disorder/depression. It is common in folks who had depression and then become parents. And you may not be on the right medication. I found that some of the meds make you fuzzy and out of touch with yourself.
The other thing I would suggest is writing/journaling, if you don't already. Research has shown that the act of writing is organizing and brings both sides of the brain together. It may take awhile, but you will begin to feel more connected to you day, your life and your activities. Work to stay in the moment with your toddler - if you feel yourself drifting or questioning, bring yourself back. And give yourself as much sensory input from the moment as you can. Notice the colors, the smells, the temperature.
It takes work to get back in your body. But it gets easier after awhile.
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