Can't Sleep When the Baby Sleeps? A Common Sign of Postpartum Anxiety

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Okay, let's talk about one of the most common signs of postpartum anxiety. It's this. You finally have the chance to sleep. Your body is exhausted, but your mind won't shut off. Your thoughts keep looping. You're replaying the day. You're worrying about what might happen next. You're feeling like you need to stay alert just in case. A lot of moms assume this is just exhaustion, but often it's your nervous system stuck in high gear after birth. This doesn't mean that something's wrong with you. It means your body hasn't gotten the signal yet that it's safe to rest. Postpartum anxiety is common. It's super treatable and you don't have to live in this state of constant alertness.