Prayer Concerning the Baby Blues

 

Dear Lord, I feel so desperate.  I wanted a baby for so long, but now that he's here, part of me wishes I'd never given birth.  Part of me understands women who give away their children.  I'm so lonely and depressed.  I cry all the time.  What's wrong with me?  Why do I feel so sad?

I know this supposed to be one of the best times in my life, a time of joy.  Sometimes I love holding the baby, stroking those perfect little fingers and toes.  I love the smell of my baby and feeling my baby's head when it is tucked under my chin.

But I'm more exhausted than I've ever been before--right when I need so much energy.  I had no idea having a baby would be such work.  When my baby cries in the middle of the night, I want to roll over and go back to sleep.  I know my baby's first years will pass quickly; help me enjoy them.

If other are right, and I should see my doctor, then show him how to help me.  I depend on you to heal me, Lord.  You can wipe away my "baby blues" and teach me how to welcome this new little one.  Make me a wise woman who builds her house.  Help me remember that my baby is a gift from you; a blessing.  Help me to love him with a parent's fervent love -- the way you love me.  

I ask this in the name of your Son Jesus,