Dear Mom, Mental stress and emotional loss can be overwhelming. I recognize all the efforts you have put in to assure your mental strength. Losing a parent is by far the toughest thing, we endure. I thank you for sharing all your struggles and hope to help you through it. The passing away of your mom may have been a trauma which never got processed. We process experiences in different ways. I admire your strength through it all. As a parent of a premature baby, it can be difficult and an emotional time for both you and your husband. We tend to pass on our anxieties onto our children in the mission of being the perfect parent. I understand you have no support from the family but you can seek that support from your husband and close friends.I know you are trying your best to assure your child's well being but in all this you forgot your own mental health. It's now time to invest in your own emotional wellbeing and tackle the stress and disturbance with healthier coping strategies. You are going to begin by taking out half an hour only for yourself in the day, every single day. Pick anything that relaxes and calms you. Check your nutritional intake and assure you are having a balanced meal. Sleep is very essential, decreased sleep reflects high stress cortisol levels which means a well rested you is required in order for you to take charge. The only sure way to take good care of your baby is to ensure you are taken care off first. Begin a lifestyle change by pampering yourself a little. Share the responsibility with your husband so you get some time for yourself.Reconnect with yourself by doing some relaxation and mindfullness exercises. Start going for 30mins walks everyday and get some fresh air. Talk to others. Share your problems and how you are feeling and coping with a friend, counselor, doctor or your husband. Leave your child with a trusted friend or family member so you are at ease before you step out.

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@sheena kaliya