post nuptial depression
On today’s Fox 7 TV Segment with anchor person Sarah Brownlee we talked about a serious growing subject, PND or Post Nuptial Depression. I’ve touched on this subject about a year ago and thought it would be a good idea to bring it up again.
It is estimated that 1 out of 10 brides suffer from some type of depression after their wedding. I believe it, even if it is just a minor feelings (I’m sure not everyone is rocking back and forth in the closet). I have had brides call me after the wedding to tell me they can’t believe it’s over and it’s kind of a let down.
It’s not that these brides love their weddings more than their husbands. Not at all. I think planning a wedding is so time consuming that it can consume your life for a bit. And then when it flies by in one day; your left with working, home life, new husband …. it can be a underwhelming!
So what can you do?
1. Have down time during the wedding planning process. Have checklists, get some work down and then put it away for a month or so. Don’t worry about it. It’s okay to want to make sure your wedding day is the best day possible, but be very aware that it is not the ONLY best day you will have in your life.
2. Tell your new husband how you’re feeling. I think men don’t realize how much they can really help with our moods and help pull us out of a funk. He should know you better than anyone else - so by helping and being supportive, can really help!
3. Focus on other projects. Idol hands concept! Paint your new house. Volunteer at a charity. Join a new networking group. Buy a puppy…that will occupy your time and make you feel good!
Plan on! -saundra
picture from manolobrides.com
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