New mother cannot let go of story about woman’s postpartum crime

Dear Abby: I recently had a baby, and I have been diagnosed as having postpartum depression. I have tried all of the prescribed medications.

The issue I’m having is I read a news story about a tiny baby who was scalded to death years ago by his mother. I think about that precious baby all day long. I cry, I scream and I have anxiety about hot water.

I started following the case closely and have been spending my hard-earned vacation money ordering depositions and other documents from the case. I want some kind of closure on this, but I can’t seem to let this poor baby go. My money is limited, which is why I can’t/don’t see a therapist. Any advice?

— Overwhelmed

In Georgia money is limited, contact your county department of mental health and ask what services are available on a sliding financial scale.

Please don’t wait.

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