You are very lucky to have a husband who's supportive and loving. My husband is, too. My oldest son is five and a half years old and I was diagnosed with PND(Australian term) early on. He was about three weeks old when I went to see the doctor. I honestly wasn't coping well as I thought I should with him. He was constantly hungry and I couldn't feed him enough. But, once I was diagnosed and we got him fed enough, things started to level out. I now have three children and while I don't have the depression anymore, things get a little hairy towards the end of the day and I have to be careful. My temper has become very short in the last six months.
Back on subject. Please don't be offended, that is most definitely not my intention. Your husband sounds like a wonderful man. Trying to explain to others. You talk about your in-laws as lacking in understanding and not offering to help. Have you asked for it? You know, gone up to them and specifically asked for their help? Sometimes they don't know you need help, because they think you've got it together.
Your "friend" might need some time to let your condition sink in. She obviously doesn't realise how widespread this disease (yes, disease) is. Not everyone is like those two you mentioned. Most are like you and I, who realise there's something wrong and seek help before it gets to that stage.
Just remember, you are doing the best job you can. It's a pretty good job too. Your babies are healthy and happy, your husband is loving and supportive. What more could you ask for? (Except to be free from PPD, of course. lolz).
I wish you all the best for the future and things will get better, even if you can't see that at this moment.
Bye from Australia
Ruthieg
