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My sister had a nervous breakdown after giving birth to her second child. What should I do?

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My sister had a nervous breakdown after giving birth to her second child. What should I do? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

My sister is 35 years old and has just given birth to her second child 32 days ago. This morning, she may have listened to sad music and suddenly had a nervous breakdown, crying and laughing at the same time, and saying that she would not survive.

Her marriage has never been happy, and she was hoping that having a second child would make her husband treat her better. Before she gave birth, her brother-in-law said he would hire a postpartum care helper to take care of her, but they couldn't afford it.

She has mastitis, the baby can't breastfeed, she can't afford formula, the baby doesn't get enough to eat, and it cries all day long.

As a family member, what can I do?

Frances Frances A total of 395 people have been helped

Good day, I am Sunny Dolphin Floaty, a psychological counselor.

My name is Sunny Dolphin Floaty, and I am a psychological counselor.

Please clarify whether your sister is your biological sister. Additionally, please describe your own financial situation.

2. Based on the information provided, it appears that your sister has given birth to another daughter, and her brother-in-law has become unsupportive. What steps can you take to assist your sister?

Please advise if you are in a position to provide assistance to your sister directly.

Currently, the sister requires the support and comfort of her loved ones and family. What is the attitude of her brother-in-law towards this situation?

Please advise as to the duration you anticipate being able to accommodate your sister.

4. If your financial situation allows, you have the option of providing assistance to your sister.

Prioritize treating the mastitis. First, ensure that the basic necessities of life are met.

5. I am unaware of your gender. Your assistance to your sister must be approved by your partner.

It is important to ensure that providing assistance to a relative does not negatively impact the harmony of your own family.

6. This assistance must be disclosed to the brother-in-law. Any challenges encountered in life must be addressed and resolved.

Financial assistance should be provided in the form of a written loan agreement. Even if repayment is not anticipated, it is advisable to have the agreement documented in writing.

7. It is not uncommon for family members to experience feelings of concern when they observe the challenges faced by others in their extended network. I am the older sister.

I appreciate your perspective. However, it is essential to prioritize the well-being of your own family.

This will then afford you the opportunity to provide assistance to your sister. What are your thoughts on this matter?

8. It is imperative that you ascertain the actual circumstances of your sister. Based on her demeanor, it is evident that she is experiencing significant distress, and it is accurate that she is in a challenging situation.

However, it is important to ascertain the veracity of his claims.

It is not uncommon for lactating women to be particularly sensitive and to exaggerate their inner pain.

9. It would be beneficial to communicate with your sister more frequently and provide her with emotional support.

Please assist in reducing the mental suffering of your younger sister. If you are in a position to provide financial assistance, please do so.

It is standard practice for relatives to assist one another. However, it is important to maintain control before offering help to others.

Please advise.

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Stella Thompson Stella Thompson A total of 6272 people have been helped

Hello! Your sister is in a very bad state after giving birth to her second child, and she has encountered a lot of practical difficulties. You have noticed that she has had a nervous breakdown, and you are very worried about her. You want to know how to help her. I can help you with that!

You need to understand her predicament.

From what you've said, it's clear that your sister's situation is a serious cause for concern.

You said your sister has never been happy in her marriage. She wants a son so her husband will treat her better. But now that the baby is more than a month old, her husband has not fulfilled his promise to hire a postpartum care provider.

The reason for not hiring a postpartum care provider may be financial, but it's clear that her husband doesn't care about her. Her hope for something good from her husband has been dashed, which will cause her great disappointment and a severe blow.

My sister has mastitis, and the baby can't breastfeed. She can't afford formula, so the baby is hungry all the time and cries all day. This is a really tough situation for a new mother who has just given birth.

Mastitis is excruciatingly painful and utterly distressing for new mothers. After giving birth, a mother's physical strength and various physical indicators are still recovering, and the pain caused by mastitis itself can easily make a person feel anxious in this situation.

If the baby is not properly cared for and cries all day, it will undoubtedly be very stressful for the mother, and she will undoubtedly break down.

The difficulties and pressures she is facing will likely result in postpartum depression. You stated that your sister broke down after listening to sad music, crying and laughing, saying that she couldn't go on living. While the music may have triggered these expressions, the root cause is still the various pressures she is facing now. As a relative, you must pay close attention to this.

You must give her as much support as possible.

You care about your sister and are worried about her situation. You want to help her, and there are two things you should consider.

First, provide her with spiritual comfort and encouragement on a psychological level. My sister is unhappy in her marriage and has many unmet emotional needs. This can make her doubt her own value, deny herself, and even consider suicide.

As a loved one, listen to her worries, support her emotionally, and let her know you care. She is facing many difficulties and feels helpless. Confiding in someone can ease her anxiety, while encouragement and support from loved ones can give her the strength to find support inside and the courage to overcome difficulties.

Second, help her solve some urgent practical problems. Many of the difficulties she faces are very real, such as not having the money to buy formula and not having anyone to help take care of the baby.

As a family member, you must determine what help you can provide within your abilities.

These difficulties will not pass overnight, and relying entirely on the help of loved ones is not an option. She is still in a very weak and fragile stage that requires a lot of care. If everyone lends a helping hand during this special period, the difficulties can be overcome more quickly.

Guide her to grow.

The problems facing her younger sister include both immediate and long-term difficulties. She needs to learn to grow herself. No one can help her get out of the doldrums completely and forever.

For example, we must solve the marital emotional problems. We need to identify the reason for the poor quality of her marriage with her husband.

For example, we must solve the emotional problems in the marriage. We need to identify the reason for the poor quality of her marriage with her husband.

The two must work hard to solve this problem. Her younger sister thought that having a son would solve the problem, but this idea is obviously unrealistic. Blindly working hard will not help.

Now that she is a mother of two, she needs to think about her responsibilities as a mother. She needs to plan how she is going to raise and educate her two children, and she needs to decide what kind of life she wants them to lead in the future.

Guide your sister to think about these things when she is feeling better. She should also seek psychological counseling or take relevant courses to improve herself.

Guide your sister to think about these things when she is feeling better. She should also seek psychological counseling or take relevant courses to improve herself.

She will only gain the strength and courage to deal with life's challenges by growing up.

I am Teng Ying, a psychological counselor at Yi Xin Li, and I am confident this will be helpful.

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Valerie Jackson Success is the best revenge for anything.

I can see your sister is going through an incredibly tough time right now. It's important to get her professional help immediately, perhaps a therapist or counselor who specializes in postpartum mental health. Offering to be there for her as much as possible, whether it's helping with the baby, doing household chores, or just being a listening ear, could also make a huge difference.

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Sergio Anderson Time is a conveyor belt that moves us from one moment to the next.

It sounds like your sister is under immense stress and possibly suffering from postpartum depression. Reaching out to local support groups or online communities where she can find others who understand what she's experiencing might provide her some relief. Also, if finances are a concern, maybe you could assist in organizing a fundraiser or seeking charitable organizations that offer financial aid for families in need.

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Emerald Jackson There are two kinds of failures: those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought.

Your sister needs compassionate support and practical assistance during this difficult period. Encouraging her to express her feelings openly and not to feel guilty about them is crucial. Perhaps setting up a schedule where different family members can take turns helping with the baby and household duties would allow her some rest and recovery time from mastitis and the emotional turmoil.

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