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been feeling down

tbbrandyn
tbbrandyn
I have been having trouble handling my depression for the last few months. I will 34 weeks pregnant tomorrow and i have been off my meds for depression and anxiety since i found out that i was pregnant which was around 30 weeks ago. I have been having alot of hard times in the last few weeks, since I was told i had to spend 2 days in the hospital due to low fluid around the baby. My doctor told me that i could take some depression meds but i think that it would be best for me to wait till after i have the baby then get back on my meds. I am just scared that i will get depression even worse after i have the baby. But i am planning on calling my doctor the day after my baby is born so that i can get on my meds as fast as i can and so that i will not fall into a deep depression phase. i catch myself crying sometimes at night when i think about it all.
BlueYonderDreams
BlueYonderDreams
Sorry you are going through a rough time, but you have a good plan to get right back on meds. If you are really scared and your mood is really low I'd go back on meds since the doctor feels it is okay. Are you involved in therapy or other support groups? That might help keep you on an even keel as you deal with a new baby. Hugs!
freakchick3175
freakchick3175
aww sounds rough.

well its a good thing that your almost outta the woods n having your baby soon. there is always a chance of post partum depression...but I think as long as u get back on ur meds n keep in contact with your doc youll be ok.

keep your chin up
HOPE1955
HOPE1955
I agree with Blue Yonderdreams. If you want to and can manage to not take meds, at least stay with or get a therapist to help you thru this. You don't have to do it alone. Post here often. Once in a while it might take a bit for someone to get to your post but it isn't very often. This is a great place for support and I feel certain others out there have dealt with the same problem. Take care, hugs,
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