Any Advice on PMDD?

Hi E.!
You can try this if you like...this has helped me on many things...it's called EFT (emotional freedom technique), and the website is www.emofree.com. Working with this is fast and easy, maybe a bit unusual, but you know, when you want relief, we'll do whatever it takes!
I am also a grandmother of one, and a mom of two daughters.
Hope this helps!
Margie

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I would consult a nurtritionist. someone schooled in not only the medicine of nutrition but one who is educated in natural and homeopathic wellness. it could be as simple as a blood test to determine something lacking (nutritionally) in your body.
I believe in chemical medicines only as a last resort. Im sure there's much that can be done for you without the use of chemical medications...also EFT deffinately (as reccommended by Mardi... the www.emofree.com website...) thats wonderful and will help you a great deal
we have been using EFT for a few months now and its amazing how well it works on 'everything' that we've tried it on!
good luck to you.
Kimberlie

I found a neutritional juice that has helped me in lots of ways, I do not have PMDD, but have trouble with discouragement, especially on dreary days. You can find out more about this juice on a web site at www.greathealth-tour.com/efs If you decide to become a member, they have great Doctor support, that goes with your membership. I am a Mother of 5, Grandmother of 10, and wife of a wonderful husband.

I do not have any advice, but I am sort of in the same position as you. Three sons and 1 beautiful grandaughter. I also have anxiety, depression, etc. I am so affected by what happens to other people. I babysit my grandaughter and I want to be the best Grammy there is. I also take one prescription and the dose gets adjusted, but I agree ....not a cure all , just helps to cope. Just know you are not alone!
Deb

Not sure if you've tried Vitex (can be purchased at GNC), but a friend of mine is using trying it this month after hearing success stories. I had success with Vitex regulating my cycles after too many years on the pill, but I'm hearing others relating to PMDD. If you decide to take it, take it on an empty stomach, start with one/day.

Good luck!

i stuggle with mild depression b/c of stress. like you it is on and off..if i walk in the daytime at some point it does help..T.

Better diet! Cut our dairy and gluten which is in all white flour and wheat products. Eating these types of food makes your body respond as if there is something wrong. These foods inflame and make your gut leaky which weakens your immune system. A weaken immune system causes all sorts of problems in your body. Also adding fish oil or crill oil would be good. These oils have anti inflammatory properties in them which help to deflame the body.

This requires a life change to cut these items out of your diet. Everyone says it's so hard but really it's worth it. It's your life and your body you can take care of it or you can let it run on dirty oil.

I take YAZ (birth control pill) because while I haven't been diagnosed with PMDD, I'm pretty sure I have it. I was constantly up and down and up and down on my other bc pill, but since I switched to YAZ, I've been on an even keel. I love it. :)

I'm sure you know me - my picture is in the encyclopedia under "PMDD Personified."

Prozac is the best thing that ever happened to me and my family. It has been a Godsend. I would have 10 good days and 16 badones like clockwork. Even my sons knew my cycle. It's been over 10 years now and I'm happier than I've ever been.

Hi E.,
I just wanted to write and tell you how much I can relate to your description of yourself. Crowds are very anxiety-producing for me as well and so Church is difficult as is grocery shopping, etc. You are not alone. I often feel no one else has this, but I see that you do so thought I'd drop you a note. As for PMDD, I have never been formally diagnosed, but am pretty sure I can relate to that, too. I take Lexapro which has helped me immensely with no side effects that I've noticed. Non-drug things that help me are taking long baths, listening to calming music and Yoga. I took Yoga when I lived in Ohio (where I grew up), but haven't found a place here yet. Have you ever tried Yoga? It's so amazing. I loved the place I went to back in OH because it was a small group and became very calming for me. I am hesitant to try a new place because of the whole crowd thing.
Anyway...I would highly recommend Yoga - even if you buy or rent a DVD and do it in your own home. You don't have to be super flexible or do anything that isn't comfortable for you. The philosophy of Yoga is quite beautiful. Anyway...I'm rambling...many blessings to you. I hope you find a coping mechanism that works for you.