9.26.2016

evelyn camille ochoa


Baby Evelyn was born a week before her due date, on September 2 at 2:23 pm.  She weighed 8 pounds 2 ounces and was 21 inches long.  This time around I had a really easy labor and delivery.  The baby's heart was checked for the same defect that Dahlia had and it is completely healthy.  I really wanted to have a normal experience with a newborn, but once again that isn't the case.  I was hit hard with postpartum depression/anxiety along with severe insomnia.  I went THREE days without sleeping and almost checked myself into a psychiatric hospital.   It has been one of the most horrible and insidious things that I have ever been through.  I have sought help and I'm hoping that recovery is possible.  Needless to say, I am so DONE having babies!

 My sister, Lauren, took these cute newborn photos.

2 comments:

Baby Boomer Grammy said...

Beautiful photos! Give yourself a big pat on the back for being such a strong woman to be able to endure all that post
part stuff. No fun! You will doubly enjoy being a grandma someday.

Lauren said...

Sorry you are suffering. Remember this is only temporary and recovery IS possible! Glad you are getting help. Love you!