Not really sure where to start.....I've never posted on here and I'm finding it hard to admit how I feel. About 16 months ago I had a very traumatic labour, ending in an emergency section and a very poorly daughter with suspected brain damage (thankfully she is now fine). I suffered with depression after this (possibly PTSD), and eventually got treatment after 7 months of feeling bad and not being able to bond with my daughter. I'm now pregnant again, terrified of the birth, have no feelings for the new baby, cry all the time and feel like a terrible mother. My husband is less than supportive, and mocked me while on treatment earlier this year. However, he thinks he is husband and father of the year!!! I'm really struggling, and can't seem to find it in me to even pretend to be happy about being pregnant. It's hard to admit tho as I feel like a failure: this should be a happy time. Im not sure if this is a normal hormonal response or whether I need help?!
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