To the mommas caught in the whirlwind of postpartum rage,
my heart goes out to you. I see you. I really see you. This isn’t just “baby blues” or a fleeting bad mood. This is something deeper, something more primal, something that can leave you feeling shaken and confused. It’s a rage that seems to come from nowhere, a fire inside that you can’t always control, and it can be terrifying. Especially when you’re in the already overwhelming throes of new motherhood. The sleepless nights, the constant demands, the hormonal rollercoaster – it’s a perfect storm. And in the midst of it all, this rage erupts, leaving you feeling lost and ashamed.
Let’s be clear, this is hard. Incredibly, unbelievably hard. It’s hard to reconcile the fierce love you have for your baby with the sudden bursts of anger that feel so out of character. It’s hard to feel like you’re losing control, like you’re not the mother you envisioned yourself to be. It’s hard to carry the weight of guilt and embarrassment on top of everything else. And if you’re feeling any of this, please, please know that you are not alone. So many moms experience this, and it’s often kept in the shadows, adding to the shame. But it’s time to bring it into the light.
Let’s be clear, this is hard. Incredibly, unbelievably hard. It’s hard to reconcile the fierce love you have for your baby with the sudden bursts of anger that feel so out of character. It’s hard to feel like you’re losing control, like you’re not the mother you envisioned yourself to be.
And if you’re feeling any of this, please, please know that you are not alone. So many moms experience this, and it’s often kept in the shadows, adding to the shame. But it’s time to bring it into the light.
I’ve been there. I know the gut-wrenching feeling of postpartum rage. I know the fear, the confusion, the overwhelming sense of being out of control. And I know the guilt that comes crashing down afterward. It’s a dark and lonely place to be.
But even in that darkness, even when you feel like you’re drowning in rage and shame, there is a glimmer of hope. There is a way through this. This isn’t who you are. This is a phase, a temporary state brought on by a complex interplay of physical and emotional factors. It’s not a reflection of your character or your love for your child. Your body is trying to tell you something. Please, listen to it. It’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay to ask for help. You are not a bad person. You are a mother doing her best in incredibly challenging circumstances. Your body and mind are adjusting, and sometimes, rage is how that manifests. It’s a sign that something needs attention, not a sign of failure. It’s a coping mechanism, however difficult and upsetting it may be. But trust me, it will find its ending. You will adjust. You will find your footing.
This isn’t who you are. This is a phase, a temporary state brought on by a complex interplay of physical and emotional factors. It’s not a reflection of your character or your love for your child.
You will find your footing.
Please, be gentle with yourself. Healing is a process, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. As you continue on this journey of motherhood, remember that you are worthy of love, support, and understanding – especially from yourself. You will be alright. You will get through this. You are stronger than you think. You are not alone. And you will be okay. And know that God’s hand is at work. He is there with you, in the midst of the chaos, and overwhelming guilt. He sees your struggle, He understands your pain, and He is walking alongside you every step of the way.
And know that God’s hand is at work. He is there with you, in the midst of the chaos, and overwhelming guilt. He sees your struggle, He understands your pain, and He is walking alongside you every step of the way.
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