I wish I had joined yorkietalk when I got Isla 2 months ago. I went through the same thing right after I brought her home. I knew exactly what I was because I had post partum anxiety after my 2nd child. I have four kids under 5 years old but when I turned 30 in August I wanted a housedog. Apparently turning 30 doesn't make you any smarter!
I had a yorkie when I was a kid and loved him and have always wanted one for my family--and me. But when you have that many kids so young there isn't a whole lot of time for another 'baby.' Since the kids were starting to get older and more self-sufficient I thought I would be able to manage it. I put strict regulations on myself and her like she had to stay in the kitchen while getting used to the house so she wouldn't potty on the carpet, she had to sleep in her kennel at night and while we were away, taking her out every 20-30 min., etc. It instantly reminded me of feeling 'trapped' with a baby. I was like, 'what did I do to myself?' She was a very good puppy, but she was a puppy nonetheless.
Since it was my idea for the puppy I didn't feel like it was anyone else's responsibility but my own to care for her. Stupid, I know. Ultimately I had to go on anti-anxiety meds since that's what helped last time. I'm not saying you would have to, I just know my body and mind and that's what helped get me through.
But! Isla did get better and I only sat in the kitchen with her for a week or so and then I thought to myself-get a grip and bring her out in the house. I had her on a leash for the first 3-4 days just so I could watch her. But she got better fast. And at night it helped to have her kennel next to my bed on a chair so she could see me and smell me. I would stick my fingers in her kennel if she would whine and she'd stop. It also helped to walk her or have her play with neighbors dogs before bed (8-10ish).
Anyways, like others have said, it get better fast and you'll be loving your new family member. Be stong!!!
