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bad thoughts coming back

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was diagnosed with depression early last year.. i only sought treatment after i tried to hurt myself.. with bad thoughts (on daily basis) on how to carry out plan.

things got better for me and i was able to function and start feeling better about myself again. was off meds early this year.

been having problems with my unborn baby's father (my bf).. sought help again when i felt everything was too much for me again to handle on my own.

was diagnosed with depression on my last visit this week. with no meds because of my pregnancy.

the week before, I've had a fleeting thought.. things would be better if I just... and the thought was gone. I didn't want to slip more into depression.

today, another thought that scared me.. I'm only living for this baby. I feel so bad for thinking this way. I tried to think it away and sleep a bit.

I need to wish this thought would go away like the earlier one.. I know its the depression talking.

i don't want to go back thinking these thoughts like i did before last year.. but i can't help it.
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Hang in there. Hold onto whatever motivates you. Keep going to counseling and once you have your baby you can start taking your meds again. Just keep hoping. There will be a better day.
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i don't think it has to be a bad thing to be living for your child. maybe if you could think back to what triggered your onsets of depression and work those out. talking usually helps me, i'm here if you need me.
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the baby is the only thing motivating me. i'm just scared about the thoughts coming back especially now. trying really hard to stay positive and recognizing this is only depression.
sja
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You might want to ask your dr about being on prozac for the depression. I have been told by both my obgyn and my psychiatrist that it will be ok for me to continue it while I'm pregnant. It might help.

I wish things were going better for you. You are in my thoughts.
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Sorry to hear that you are struggling. I hope that you begin to feel hopeful about the future again. The idea of being a single parent must be frightening as well.

Have you done any networking with other pregnant/parenting moms?
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osteoron, the thought of networking with pregnant/parenting moms makes me feel even sadder. Many of these people are married or happy in their relationships. I have thought if only I can find a single parents group.

I just moved back to my hometown (living with sis) after 12 years being away.
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I'm glad You are living with your sister. What's wrong with that? That is a great support system. And you're gonna need it. Where is dad? You've gotta stay strong now. For your baby. Ya ya.... you know that. No matter what. You are now living for your baby.
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I mean I know your husband cheated, but where is he in all of this. He should be your greatest support. So, how does He fit in?
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bellastina, unfortunately for my situation.. living with my sister is not a very good support system. i have shelter which I appreciate, or else i'd be homeless. i feel i have too many things that i can handle on my own right now.
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So what are your plans then?
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bellastina, the father is no longer in the picture.. as many times as he hurt me, I don't think he is the most reliable source to rely on.
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I'm off to bed. I'm not sure the advice to give you here. Adoption would be great for your baby. For him or her to have 2 loving parents. That really is MY best advice. Somehow, I'm sure you wanna keep your baby no matter what. There for, you have the responsility to this chid to get healhty. Please go see your dr about your depression. There is still treatment for you even if you can't be on meds right now. You have to stay healthy for your baby. Please take care.
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My psychiatristre put me on meds throughout my entire 2nd pregnancy.
There are safe meds that can be taken. PLease see your doctor and enquire. I found the longer I left it, the worse it got. With all the hormone changes, the depression can take over.

I hope you talk to someone hun and take care of yourself.
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