Did you feel 'dumb' after having a baby?

Question

I had my beautiful son over a year ago and i feel... DUMB. I find it hard to think of words and most of the time i find my self getting worried when i talk to people and dont know what to say. Ive also been through a really really tough and traumatic time, could that be part of it?

Answer 1

Exactly how i felt after having both of my kids.When I had my daughter I kept leaving my front door keys in the latch when i would return home,I mean anyone could just enter my house and kill me or something LOL....and when I had my son a few years later I went into a local mother and baby store just browsing at stuff and walked out the store not realising for a few seconds that I had left my son in there in his buggy...poor thing......DUMB LOL!!!

Answer 2

Lol I went from smart to dumb during my pregnancy lol. Afterwards my brain slowly returned

Answer 3

I get a bit tongue tied and forgetful.  I think it is because of the trauma and sleep deprivation.  Even if you hadn't had such a tough time the ordeal of pregnancy and birth can take it out of you.  You sound a bit depressed though when you say you worry about talking to people and that you feel dumb (I could be completely wrong here).  Have you thought about discussing this with your doctor?  Maybe a check for late onset post natal depression?  Or even post traumatic stress?  

It's tough being a mom, I hope you feel better soon.