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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Definitely had TERRIBLE w/draw from the Lexapro. I think all SSRI's have the potential for really bad w/draw symptoms.
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Hi everyone-
I am seeing my OB tomorrow because of my PPD. I am three months PP. I had it with DS #1 two years ago and they prescribed Zoloft.
I had a horrible reaction to it: I was much more anxious, lost my appetite, could not sleep. So I stoppted taking it after 5 days.
I ended up doing talk therapy which helped me a lot and I didn't end up taking any meds.
If I do this time around- what has worked for everyone that has minimal side effects? I have never taken any SSRI's before.
TIA!!
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Hey ladies -- a question about Zoloft.
I have just started taking it (about a week now) and I've been getting dizzy and nauseous. Did that happen to anyone else? Did it go away? I'm about to up my dose (they started me on 1/2 a pill for the first week) and don't want it to get worse.
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Posted by donegal419
I don't usually post things like this on here, but I am REALLY depressed. Something is not right. I cry at least once a day, I snap at my husband, I have NO patience, I just feel tired and sad for a good part of the day. Unless I have the entire day planned and organized, I am not happy. Just being home with DD doing nothing stresses me out. I feel like we should always be doing something. I am a teacher and ALL I wanted was to be home with her this summer, and now I feel terrible because I am not enjoying it like I thought I would.
However, I don't think it's PPD? DD was born July 2009 and I've only been feeling this way for the past two months. Can you get PPD a year later? Also, I have NEVER neglected her or anything like that - if anything, she is the one that keeps me going. The only thing is that on some days, I just feel like I have NO patience with her. She is a very active baby and some days I am just done. I think that is more because I just feel so tired and in a cloud. However, I have NEVER felt like I wanted to hurt her or abandon her.
Not all days are bad, but definitely there are more bad days than good. Also, I feel like there is a lot of things going on that might be contributing to my mood, which probably has nothing to do with PPD or just regular depression. A little background: my parents had a terrible fire in their home and I am sick over it. they are living with us right now, and that is stressful for everyone. My parents are very stressed out and I am trying to put on a happy face for them, but it's not working and I feel terrible I am giving my mother something else to worry about. (Ironically enough, my father suffers from his nerves and my sister is bi-polar, so being depressed doesn't surprise me, but it scares me. It's not supposed to me "my" problem.)
I went through a period like this about 8 years ago and went to a counselor for several months... and really didn't find it that helpful. Eventually I got out of my funk. i do think i might need something (i.e. meds of some sort?) because i am starting to notice that i seem to have little control over when i get angry for the stupidest things, or snap at DH, or lose patience with the baby. intellectually i know that I am overreacting, but i do it anyway. does that make sense?
Also, I don't know who to go to about this. Do I call my OB? My general practitioner? Any advice?
TIA....
This sounds like me...I was on meds a few years ago for anxiety and they worked great. I weaned off once we started to TTC and I was fine for the time we were TTC and the time I was pg (about 2 years total). I had a bump here and there but it wasn't anything too bad.
Do you find this happening every day? Or is it around your period and then gets better? I have PMDD and get the symptoms you were talking about. I snap at the drop of a hat, if DS is having a bad day it shoots my day to crap. Little things can set me off crying or into anger.
I'm still BF'ing so my Doc started me on Paxil (which I hate -- and hated when I was on it previously) so now I'm starting Zoloft. My moods seem to be getting better but I'm finding I'm having some side effects that I'm hoping will get better.
I went to my OB when I needed to change meds and he was fantastic. I would start there.
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Prior to having DS 3 years ago I was on Lexapro for a long period of time for anxiety.
I actually felt great at the time I got PG ( was already off the meds) and was able to stay off for the duration of my pregnancy.
However, once DS was born everything was off. I was very depressed but my stubborness to be the best mommy wouldn't allow myself to get back on meds. I was pumping at the time and didn't want to stop. But I was miserable.
At the 3 month mark I went back on Lexapro. It helped somewhat but I still wasn't right. They also tried wellbutrin but that wasn't helping either. It wasn't until a year later that I saw a different doctor who got me back on Lexapro but at a higher dosage. She did diagnose me with PPD. She said it is possible a year later although I'm pretty sure I had it all along. Being back on meds felt like a godsend. I felt all of it lift within a few weeks and finally was able to enjoy life and my son.
I too was always very ANGRY! Impatient. Moody. It's no way to live and certainly not fair to DS or DH.
A few months ago I switched to Celexa for insurance purposes. It is a generic for Lexapro although I believe the formulary is slightly different. I tolerated it well.
I found out in June I was pregnant. I self-weaned off the medication. I didn't get any withdrawal symptoms but that anger came back worse than ever. I felt like the devil. I was mean. I was mad. I felt like I could hit people. I spent days crying. Felt like i couldn't breath. On top of m/s I was more miserable than ever.
My OB advised me to stay on the celexa and we will revisit at the third trimester to see if I can wean at that point. If not than I stay on. She said the risk of me having side effects from meds while pregnant is outweighed by the effects it would have on me and my family. And she's right.
SSRI's don't agree with everyone. They work for me. However, I will say that since I started taking meds years and years ago...when I am off of them the lows are so much lower. I feel like I'm just a slave to the meds but I supposed it's a small price to pay for my own sanity.
I like this thread. It always makes me feel like there are others out there who can relate. And hopefully we can help each other get through this.
Meds are not the answer for everyone. However, if you're feeling like you need to speak to a medical professional you can start with your primary doctor or your OB if you think it is PP related. Just remember that they're not experts on the field of mental health so if you can try and see a real psychiatrist if you think meds are the answer that would be better. Also, find a therapist. Sometimes just talk therapy is enough to get you through it and you won't need meds. Sometimes it is a combo of the two.
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Posted by donegal419
I don't usually post things like this on here, but I am REALLY depressed. Something is not right. I cry at least once a day, I snap at my husband, I have NO patience, I just feel tired and sad for a good part of the day. Unless I have the entire day planned and organized, I am not happy. Just being home with DD doing nothing stresses me out. I feel like we should always be doing something. I am a teacher and ALL I wanted was to be home with her this summer, and now I feel terrible because I am not enjoying it like I thought I would.
However, I don't think it's PPD? DD was born July 2009 and I've only been feeling this way for the past two months. Can you get PPD a year later? Also, I have NEVER neglected her or anything like that - if anything, she is the one that keeps me going. The only thing is that on some days, I just feel like I have NO patience with her. She is a very active baby and some days I am just done. I think that is more because I just feel so tired and in a cloud. However, I have NEVER felt like I wanted to hurt her or abandon her.
Not all days are bad, but definitely there are more bad days than good. Also, I feel like there is a lot of things going on that might be contributing to my mood, which probably has nothing to do with PPD or just regular depression. A little background: my parents had a terrible fire in their home and I am sick over it. they are living with us right now, and that is stressful for everyone. My parents are very stressed out and I am trying to put on a happy face for them, but it's not working and I feel terrible I am giving my mother something else to worry about. (Ironically enough, my father suffers from his nerves and my sister is bi-polar, so being depressed doesn't surprise me, but it scares me. It's not supposed to me "my" problem.)
I went through a period like this about 8 years ago and went to a counselor for several months... and really didn't find it that helpful. Eventually I got out of my funk. i do think i might need something (i.e. meds of some sort?) because i am starting to notice that i seem to have little control over when i get angry for the stupidest things, or snap at DH, or lose patience with the baby. intellectually i know that I am overreacting, but i do it anyway. does that make sense?
Also, I don't know who to go to about this. Do I call my OB? My general practitioner? Any advice?
TIA....
I would talk to your GP and tell him what's going on.
And don't take this the wrong way, but get the idea of "it's not supposed to be my problem" out of your head. That doesn't help and if you are feeling this way it should be validated. Can you talk to youe parents and let them know how you are feeling?
Obviously it's a stressful situation for everyone, so they should understand how you are feeling.
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Posted by Melissa1013
Hey ladies -- a question about Zoloft.
I have just started taking it (about a week now) and I've been getting dizzy and nauseous. Did that happen to anyone else? Did it go away? I'm about to up my dose (they started me on 1/2 a pill for the first week) and don't want it to get worse.
My dr. warned me this might happen at first and it did happen the first couple of weeks and went away for good.
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Thank you everyone for your posts and your kind thoughts... I appreciate it!
I am having a great weekend, but I think a lot of that has to do with the fact that we have friends up for the weekend and we are going to a wedding tonight so I am busy.
I am going to call my OB tomorrow; I have a better relationship with him than my GP. Luckily, I have no health issues, so I am only at the GP once every year or so for a check-up. I would like to see what he says and go from there.
I'll keep you all posted. Any other thoughts, experiences or suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks!
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Posted by donegal419
Thank you everyone for your posts and your kind thoughts... I appreciate it!
I am having a great weekend, but I think a lot of that has to do with the fact that we have friends up for the weekend and we are going to a wedding tonight so I am busy.
I am going to call my OB tomorrow; I have a better relationship with him than my GP. Luckily, I have no health issues, so I am only at the GP once every year or so for a check-up. I would like to see what he says and go from there.
I'll keep you all posted. Any other thoughts, experiences or suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks!
As a fellow teacher, I can tell you that I find that being home, while it's great to be with the kids, causes me to crash and burn a bit. I think as teachers, we are so used to being "on" all day long and being constantly busy that when the summer comes and you're sitting at home with your kids, it's almost depressing because we're not used to such a slow pace. I know A LOT of other teacher moms who feel the same way. It's like, I WANT to be home with the kids, but actually doing it is really not nearly as nice as I want it to be. It's just not in my nature to be home this much and it leads to depression for me.
I will say, though, that it's entirely possible for you to be suffering from PPD at this point. And honestly, who cares what you call it? If you're feeling it, that's all that matters and getting some help is going to make life a lot easier. I'm glad you're calling the dr., I think it'll help to talk to someone. Hang in there and know you are NOT alone
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Posted by prncsslehcar
As a fellow teacher, I can tell you that I find that being home, while it's great to be with the kids, causes me to crash and burn a bit. I think as teachers, we are so used to being "on" all day long and being constantly busy that when the summer comes and you're sitting at home with your kids, it's almost depressing because we're not used to such a slow pace. I know A LOT of other teacher moms who feel the same way. It's like, I WANT to be home with the kids, but actually doing it is really not nearly as nice as I want it to be. It's just not in my nature to be home this much and it leads to depression for me.
I will say, though, that it's entirely possible for you to be suffering from PPD at this point. And honestly, who cares what you call it? If you're feeling it, that's all that matters and getting some help is going to make life a lot easier. I'm glad you're calling the dr., I think it'll help to talk to someone. Hang in there and know you are NOT alone
Thanks sooo much for this! I totally feel like this! The slow pace really does affect my mood and I've noticed this in the summers before I even had kids. I thought this summer would be different, (granted, it's never been this bad ) that being with the baby would ease that "boredom." but no, if anything, it is only intensified. Thanks for sharing that because I thought I must be crazy to NOT enjoy the summer and being home all day with her. It makes me feel like a bad mom - it's all I wanted was to be a SAHM, but it's not what I envisioned it to be. Thanks for making me feel better about it!
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
I'm so sorry you're going through this K .
I've had my moments...I wouldn't say depression...when I'm about to lose my mind. I couldn't believe it, but some moments I honestly looked forward to going back to work. I've been like you in past summers too...the minute school is over, I feel 100% lost. And then August hits and I get SO bummed out it's almost over. I think cuz at that point I don't feel as lost anymore...somehow I create a new routine.
I was sooo happy the first couple days home with Riley...especially since last summer was awful when she was a newborn (that was most certainly PPD). Then I just couldn't figure out what to do, besides Stroller Strides in the morning. I felt like my whole day revolved around her naps. It starts to feel lonely...always rushing home to get those naps in. And it also has a Groundhog Day feeling, which we're just not used to. Doesn't help that family isn't around the corner either.
Definitely have it checked out sweetie
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
I am going to the doctor tomorrow (my OB) to chat. I am actually nervous. It's like I am not sure what I should say.... I guess just how i'm feeling and what not.... anyone have experience with this?
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Posted by donegal419
I am going to the doctor tomorrow (my OB) to chat. I am actually nervous. It's like I am not sure what I should say.... I guess just how i'm feeling and what not.... anyone have experience with this?
while i didn't see my OB - i saw my regular doc....i couldn't even start the conversation without being in tears. i told her that i just felt like i was losing my mind and that i didn't know who i was anymore... she understood immediately, asked me some basic questions (be prepared to be asked about suicidal thoughts or harming yourself or your child)....and we discussed the things we could do.
be PROUD of yourself for being able to make the appointment...even that is hard for some people!!!
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
Well, I am back and OB definitely thinks I have PPD. He gave me Rx for Xanax (.25 mg) to take once every 12 hours as needed (only a 30 day supply - no refills) and Zoloft - 50 mg. once a day.
I feel better already... not because of the meds. but it just felt good to talk to him and have someone that really understood and didn't think I was crazy. He also said because of my family history (there is a lot of mental illness in the family  ) that he is not surprised that I am struggling. he isad i should see a difference in how i'm feeling in about 1-2 weeks.
So, we'll see how it goes. . . . .
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Posted by donegal419
Well, I am back and OB definitely thinks I have PPD. He gave me Rx for Xanax (.25 mg) to take once every 12 hours as needed (only a 30 day supply - no refills) and Zoloft - 50 mg. once a day.
I feel better already... not because of the meds. but it just felt good to talk to him and have someone that really understood and didn't think I was crazy. He also said because of my family history (there is a lot of mental illness in the family ) that he is not surprised that I am struggling. he isad i should see a difference in how i'm feeling in about 1-2 weeks.
So, we'll see how it goes. . . . .
i'm so glad you feel better!! every little bit helps!!!
i hope you feel well soon....i am here for you, every step of the way!!!!
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How do you know if its baby blues or true PPD?
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bump...
I have been reading a lot about PPD including this thread and think I may be suffering from PPD. I am almost 6 weeks pp and will try to get up the courage to raise it at my OB followup appointment tomorrow. 
My biggest hesitation is that I am EBF, which I am very proud of and which I really do not want to stop. Are any medications actually SAFE for breastfeeding? Have any of you had any kind of treatment for PPD that helped while still breastfeeding? I'd rather not take meds at all, but I really dont want to take anything unsafe. Again, will raise with my OB but curious about your experiences.
good luck to you... PLEASE talk to your OB tomorrow. do NOT be nervous or scared, they hear about this often. trust me, i don't want you to suffer like I did, playing like I was fine for so long and I wasn't.
I was prescribed Zoloft a year after I delivered DC#1 (I waited far too long to get help). For me, it was like the miracle drug. I was back to myself again...finally. I feel great and notice a huge difference when i don't take it. Two months after starting Zoloft, I got pregnant again. OB kept me on the Zoloft my entire pregnancy with no complications. He upped my dose after my second baby because I was feeling very anxious and i could see the PPD coming back. I tried BFing DC#2, but like DC#1, i had very little supply and stopped after about a month of having to BF and FF at every feeding; it was too much. So, what I am saying is, I was told it was safe to take while BFing and I did so (granted, he probably only got about an ounce a feeding, but i still got the OK before i knew how crappy my supply was). However, whether or not you can do so may depend on what dose you need, the type of med. it is, etc.
Also, PLEASE don't take this the wrong way, b/c i know BFing is very important to you, but if it is decided that you do need some medication that would enable you to NOT breastfeed, still consider taking the meds. I can't speak for you and how you're feeling and what your baby needs, but the way I was feeling, if I was EBFing, I would have given it up in a second because the medication made me feel sooo much better. I was able to function again and to me, that would have trumped breastfeeding for me. Again, you must do what is right for you and your baby...
GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please feel free to FM if you want to talk...I've been there!!!!
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bump...
I have been reading a lot about PPD including this thread and think I may be suffering from PPD. I am almost 6 weeks pp and will try to get up the courage to raise it at my OB followup appointment tomorrow.
My biggest hesitation is that I am EBF, which I am very proud of and which I really do not want to stop. Are any medications actually SAFE for breastfeeding? Have any of you had any kind of treatment for PPD that helped while still breastfeeding? I'd rather not take meds at all, but I really dont want to take anything unsafe. Again, will raise with my OB but curious about your experiences.
i was RXed zoloft, but i am BFing and I refused it. i am 4.5 months PP and am now finally starting to feel like myself again, no meds. as soon as i heard that slight traces of zoloft pass into breast milk i decided that i would not take it unless i absolutely had to. that was just my own stubborness, many of the doctors including my OB wanted me to take it. they did say at this point there is very little risk to the baby in taking zoloft, but i just didnt want to risk it.
i will tell you it as it was explained to me. part of PPD is caused by an increase in seratonin blockers in the brain. zoloft is a med that relieves the blockers so more seratonin can get to the receptors. there are natural ways to do this, including exercise. you do not HAVE to take meds. meds just act quicker. def talk to your doctor and do whats best for you. but like you, i am very proud of BFing (although i dont EBF due to low supply due to a rough birth at 33w) and i didn't want to take anything that could effect my breast milk. good luck to you and please dont hesitate to FM!!
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Posted by DAS82411
bump...
I have been reading a lot about PPD including this thread and think I may be suffering from PPD. I am almost 6 weeks pp and will try to get up the courage to raise it at my OB followup appointment tomorrow.
My biggest hesitation is that I am EBF, which I am very proud of and which I really do not want to stop. Are any medications actually SAFE for breastfeeding? Have any of you had any kind of treatment for PPD that helped while still breastfeeding? I'd rather not take meds at all, but I really dont want to take anything unsafe. Again, will raise with my OB but curious about your experiences.
i was RXed zoloft, but i am BFing and I refused it. i am 4.5 months PP and am now finally starting to feel like myself again, no meds. as soon as i heard that slight traces of zoloft pass into breast milk i decided that i would not take it unless i absolutely had to. that was just my own stubborness, many of the doctors including my OB wanted me to take it. they did say at this point there is very little risk to the baby in taking zoloft, but i just didnt want to risk it.
i will tell you it as it was explained to me. part of PPD is caused by an increase in seratonin blockers in the brain. zoloft is a med that relieves the blockers so more seratonin can get to the receptors. there are natural ways to do this, including exercise. you do not HAVE to take meds. meds just act quicker. def talk to your doctor and do whats best for you. but like you, i am very proud of BFing (although i dont EBF due to low supply due to a rough birth at 33w) and i didn't want to take anything that could effect my breast milk. good luck to you and please dont hesitate to FM!!
i was told by a doctor who specializes in helping women breastfeed that zoloft is the safest drug out of all the anti depressants if you are BFing.
from experience going through this 2x, go to a doctor who specializes in PPD. You can find a ton of resources on http://www.postpartumny.org/
also, you can call the north shore family guidance center in manhasset and ask for the PPD unit. they have a ton of doctors and social workers that can help you.
all the best!
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Re: PPD (post partum depression) Support Thread
To everyone.
For the people who are uncomfortable taking meds because of BF or unwanted side effects, I highly recommend seeing a therapist.
I went to one three years ago when I had pretty severe PPD for my first DS. I went 2x a week to a wonderful therapist, and it helped me get through it. Some days I just cried, others I just vented and it made a big difference. I know yoga and other forms of physical activity have helped many as well.
That said, please do not hesitate to go on medication if nothing else works for you. I believe that taking care of your health is very important. As parents, our emotional/mental health is as vital to our children as our physical health!!!!
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