You love your baby.

But something feels different. Your old routine is gone. Your sleep has changed. Your body feels different. Your relationships may feel different, too. You may be thinking: “Where did I go?” That feeling is more common than you may think.

Becoming a Parent Can Change Your Identity

Before having your baby, you had your own routines, interests, work, friendships, and time. Now, so much of your day revolves around your baby.

You may feel:

  • Like you have no time for yourself
  • Guilty when you do something for yourself
  • Overwhelmed by parenting
  • Less confident than before
  • Disconnected from your old interests
  • Unsure about who you are now

You can love being a parent and still miss parts of your old life.

Both can be true.

Why Don’t I Feel Like Myself After Having My Baby - Postpartum Identity Changes

“I Feel Guilty When I Take Time for Myself”

You may feel like your baby should always come first. But taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you’re putting your baby second. Therapy can help you work through guilt, stress, and the pressure to be everything for everyone.

Perinatal, Postpartum & Parenting Support can help you adjust to your new role while staying connected to who you are.

What If You’re Also Dealing With Anxiety?

Identity changes can become harder when you’re constantly worried. You may spend the day thinking about whether you’re doing enough, whether your baby is okay, or whether you’re making the right choices. Anxiety Counseling can help you manage those thoughts and feel more grounded.

Call us (858) 289-0671 or Book your free 15-minute consultation.

What If Your Birth Was Difficult?

A difficult pregnancy or birth can make the transition into parenthood even harder. If you’re still thinking about what happened, EMDR Therapy may help you process the experience. You don’t have to pretend it didn’t affect you.

Finding Yourself Again

Therapy isn’t about going back to exactly who you were before becoming a parent.

It’s about figuring out who you are now.

You can work on:

  • Reconnecting with your interests
  • Building confidence
  • Setting healthy boundaries
  • Managing parenting stress
  • Making space for yourself
  • Improving communication with your partner
  • Creating a healthier balance

Call us (858) 289-0671 or Book your free 15-minute consultation.

Postpartum Therapy in San Diego

If you’re looking for postpartum therapy in San Diego, EMDR Healing Therapy provides support for new and expecting parents.

Therapy is available in San Diego and surrounding cities, including Chula Vista, La Mesa, El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Encinitas.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT105577) and EMDRIA-Certified clinician, and the founder of EMDR Healing Therapy, Inc.

Therapy sessions provide a safe place to talk through the changes, stress, and emotions that come with becoming a parent.

You Are Still You

Having a baby changes your life.

It doesn’t mean you have to lose yourself in the process.

Call us (858) 289-0671 or Book your free 15-minute consultation.