It is an interesting discussion everyone! I agree Nelle - I have read some of the posts and whilst thinking that the person is having a moment and in need of support/venting, I have thought 'cripes what would they think of me' - kids never sleep, place a mess, constant bumps and bruises, then remember it is not about me, lol.

My response comes from the angle that often the negative self talk becomes the norm. I experienced PND also and a massive part of dealing with that for me has been in my thought processes and reactions to things not going to plan.
I have also seen a massive change in my 3yo when we have made a conscious effort to address specific behaviours/incidents rather than just blanket terms, IYKWIM.