MY PTSD STORY - PTSD AFTER NICU

So, this is a video that I have really taken my time with. PTSD after NICU is not an uncommon thing - in fact, it is widely reported that parents who’ve spent time with their babies in neonatal care are a greater risk of developing anxiety or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Some studies even suggest that it affect as many as 70% mothers following NICU. And, if you've experienced NICU for yourself, it's probably understandable as to why. I have made this video because I want to let other parents know that it's normal to feel this way. That they aren't alone. I'm doing well - I have a great support network around me. Including all of you. And I am going to do my best to defeat my demons. I touch on my story here, and despite it being a long video, I didn't manage to say everything, so if you do want to find out more, these videos might be helpful. DAISY'S BIRTH STORY:    • LABOR & DELIVERY STORY - QUICK, DRUG-FREE,...   EXPLAINING WHAT HAPPENED:    • AN UPDATE & A THANK YOU | Charlotte Taylor   DAISY'S FIRST FEW WEEKS:    • DAISY NELLE | Charlotte Taylor   DAISY CAME HOME:    • WHEN DAISY CAME HOME | Charlotte Taylor   MEMORIES FROM DAISY'S CLEFT REPAIR (trigger warning):    • Video   All I want to say is, if you are struggling, as I have done, please don't be afraid to ask for help. You are so important. And you deserve that chance to feel better. Good luck! xx LINKS MY DOCTOR RECOMMENDED: https://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/ https://www.headspace.com/ ---------- SOCIAL MEDIA Blog - http://www.writelikenooneswatching.com Twitter -   / charltaylor   Facebook -   / writelikenooneswatching   Pinterest -   / charltaylor   Instagram -   / charltaylor   Snapchat - @charlottewilbo WHO AM I? I'm Charlotte. I'm 28, love carbs, rubbish 90's music, Prosecco and baths without finding a bath toy stuck under my bum. I have a little boy called Bill (born June 2012) and a little girl called Daisy (born April 2016). I am, very recently, a full-time vlogger and blogger (the stuff dreams are made of), but I am also a trained journalist, former magazine editor, and content lead. I'm also part of Channel Mum - which is really worth checking out if you're a mama like me and want to find videos to make you laugh, cry, nod, or get advice.    / channelmum   I was a single mum, just me and Bill. But then I had a bit of a fairytale moment when I met Mark (he's a bit lovely) and things are better than I could have hoped for now. Daisy was born with Stickler Syndrome, and a cleft palate like me. Her start has been rocky but she'll be fine. She's got a family who adore her after all. I know that all mums are different in their own way, but I hope you enjoy seeing snippets of my life, all the same. Music sometimes from: http://www.bensound.com http://www.epidemicsound.com