When my son was born, I thought the hard part was over. But what I didn’t expect was how much harder the emotional side would hit me. Sleep deprivation, hormonal shifts, and a sudden sense of loneliness made every day feel overwhelming. I had struggled with anxiety and depression before, but postpartum felt like an entirely different world. Therapy helped, but what made the biggest difference was learning to be patient and kind to myself, especially when friends and family weren’t always there in the way I needed. The experience opened my eyes to things I had never experienced before, and now I want to share what I’ve learned. I want to help other new moms feel less alone and remind them that it’s okay to ask for help, set boundaries, and put their mental health first.