Anyone have depression and pregnant???

mommy_of_3

I am pregnant with baby #3. It's been 8 years since I was pregnant last and since then I have been diagnosed with depression with irritability. I have been off my meds since I found out I was expecting. It's a daily struggle for me to be happy and enjoying everything, including my kids and my job. Anyone else going through the same thing?

baby4ontheway

I was like that with my last pregnancy and my doctor gave me meds that were safe to take while I was pregnant. I would talkg to your ob about it.

CaptainMorgaine

I was diagnosed with clinical depression and have been prescribed antidepressants for 5 years. I stopped taking them when I found out I was pregnant. After the withdrawals went away, I found out how truly helpful the tools were that I learned in counseling. Even just knowing that I am genetically wired wrong helps me cope. It has been hard, and I plan on going on Zoloft after my boy is born, but I have been blessed with a great support network and a strong character.

CaptainMorgaine

Also, no SSRI's (which is what most people are prescribed because of the fewer side effects) are truly 100% safe, as they all carry some risk of heart defects in the fetus. That being said, *maybe* having a heart issue is better than being dead if youre truly at that point.

CaptainMorgaine

Also, no SSRI's (which is what most people are prescribed because of the fewer side effects) are truly 100% safe, as they all carry some risk of heart defects in the fetus. That being said, *maybe* having a heart issue is better than being dead if youre truly at that point.

mommy_of_3

Thanks everyone!

natashalynn

Yeah, I've struggled with depression & suicidal tendencies since I was 11 years old. On and off anti depressants since I was 16. I'm hanging in there, but that's not too say any of this is easy.
I've been keeping on top of writing in my diary, so I can go and relive the good days, and have a safe outlet for my feelings. Love your way hun.

mamusia

Look forward to the baby, concentrate on it when you get bad thoughts

magcaw

I have a tendency toward severe depression due to pregnancy (that was fun my first time, I had no idea what was going on). It absolutely sucks because I can't enjoy my pregnancies, they have been some of the worst times in my life. I have been prone to depressed periods since childhood, some periods worse than others, and I have atrocious pms. I was medicated in my teens and have refused to use anything since. The whole thing is rough, but it's always nice to know you're not alone. And you can talk about it on here without fear of being condemned.

cheryl74

I can relate. I have been signed off work for the last 6 weeks. I have been.suffering depression for 2 years but am finding it worse now as hormones are everywhere. Some days its a struggle to get up. Just keep ploughing on x

babymama30

I suffer from anxiety/ depression too and my doc started me on zoloft. Hoping it helps.

snreda

This Is my third pregnancy and I've been on zoloft for all. your stress will do more damage to the baby than medication will.