Any Parenting-Triggered Attacks?

Postby mombee » Fri Jul 23, 2004 3:15 am

I'm a new panic-attack sufferer. My attacks are infrequent, but consistent in their manifestation. They started after I had my first child and seem to be triggered by an irrational feeling that I'm failing to keep a close enough watch on my 18-month old daughter.

Most folks would say that I am NOT an overprotective mom, nor would they say my parenting skills suck. In fact, you'd likely hear the exact opposite from my friends and family.

Are there any other over-achieving mothers out there with panic attacks triggered by guilt/fear of failing as a parent?

I am SO glad to have found this message board. I'm feeling hopeful already that these attacks won't progress... :D
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Postby kfedouloff » Fri Jul 23, 2004 9:48 pm

Hi mombee

You are SO normal! I can remember being like that over my kids when they were tiny!

Have a look at the Panic Attacks Course. Pay attention specifically to the 7/11 breathing - it's brilliant for calming down.

Do you just just have the one kid? Do you love her to bits?

Kathleen
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