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Postpartum anxiety doesn’t always look like panic attacks or sleepless nights. It often appears as overthinking, irritability, perfectionism, or a constant sense that you’re “falling behind.” This article outlines subtle symptoms, why they matter, and how therapy can support mothers who feel overwhelmed but can’t quite name why.

Many women carry invisible weights—responsibility, expectation, and the belief that they should be able to manage it all without breaking stride. This piece explores why nervous systems wired for high performance can easily slip into overdrive, how this shows up day-to-day, and what real nervous-system rest can look like.