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I have 2 kids one which was born 4 months ago... Since then I've been suffering from weird sensations and the overwhelming feeling like I'm about to die. I've been to the hospital several times in which they state anxiety. I was taking Xnax but still had a huge attack. I havent taken the pills in 4 days and the last day and a half I've been feeling strange again. here is a list of my symptoms... please tell me I'm not alone

Burning sensation in my heart and tingly on my left arm
Ears feel constantly plugged
Severe trouble focusing on simple things like TV
loss of appetite
I feel as though my brain is twitching or having mini seizures accompanied by the feeling like its loose and just thumping around
I realize like I've literally stopped breathing and have to train myself how to breathe again
Severe dizziness like I'm about to faint every time I stand up


These symptoms have become so severe that I cant even sleep at night because I'm afraid I will die in my sleep because I will stop breathing. I wake up in a jolt and its because I've stopped breathing. It is becoming hard to function with my kids because my head is constantly on these feelings. I never get a break from them and are always constantly feeling them.. Please help.. I'm also breastfeeding if that helps

yes I was on it for about 3 weeks and just as I noticed it starting to work I had a huge attack while on them which scared me and had stopped taking them. my own decision. Thankyou

Hi M2P and welcome!

I am sorry that you are having these frightening symptoms at this time. This should be a wonderful phase of your life, enjoying your little ones and life to the fullest!

I personally sought therapy for just this reason. I wanted to be the wife, mom and woman that I and my family needed me to be...and anxiety/symptoms were robbing me of that.

If it is possible, ask your doctor for a referral to a good therapist who can help you. It will be the best investment of your your time and resources that you can make. I went from daily/multiple panic attacks, to being free of them, and managing my anxiety very well.;)

In the meantime, check out our Resource Guide here on our main page (1st post) It is full of great self-help ideas that you can get started on right away. The breathing and relaxation exercises are especially helpful if practiced daily!

Keep posting with us as well. It is very healing just having the support of a group of people who understand and care.:)

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat

I really feel for you. If you possibly can, take the brave step and go to the Dr's and ask for help.

These days will never come again, they are precious and beautiful and your place is being with your precious children in both body and mind.

Reclaim your mind by seeking help. It sounds like panic/postnatal depression (I had this severely with my first baby) and help is available...

Read lots of posts on here too and you'll fathom you're not alone! This will bring you a sense of comfort and assurance that what you're experiencing is panic/high levels of anxiety.

The hormones from being pregnant and then post-natally are very strong. The body (let alone the mind!) doesn't heal and recover for up to one year!

You could also try some gentle herbs..as long as you double check with any meds (they're perfectly safe but I have to say that) like nettle tea, rose infused tea, chammomile with manuka honey.

I hope you begin to feel better very soon, anxiety is stealing your most special moments...go and get it back!

LP