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Updated May 18, 2013

Q: Baby Blues    —Petersburg, VA

"I gave birth to my third child at the end of September. I remember feeling like I do with my other two, but I think b..."

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I totally felt that way with my first child. But I had nothing ot compare it to. In hindsight, my homroones were clearly out of control - I had horrible night sweats...

Hey, Amy--I don't want to pathologize everything, either, but here are some questions for you: Is your devotion to nursing interfering with your own health? (Sleep dep...

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Q: Already Anxious About Having a Newborn    —Tampa, FL

"Hello Ladies, I'm 8 weeks pregnant with my second child. I was hospitalized with major depression and anxiety 7 week..."

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I didn't have diagnosed post partum or depression after our first born, but was a lot apprehensive about having #2 and caring for our 2 yr old. He was ALL boy... runn...

I'm 9 weeks pregnant and I have similar fears about starting over. We also planned and were very excited when the test was positive but since then I've thought about ...

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Q: Help Me Find Something to Keep Me from Being Depressed!!    —Rocksprings, TX

"My daughter is 3 1/2mths now and I love her to death. We are very attatched to eachother. We have been blessed in the..."

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T., your question really touched me. That was me back when my first son was born. The biggest thing for me was finding other moms, like-minded moms, moms who would sup...

T. you've gotten a lot of great suggestions, but I have one more. I have a business that I run from my home. It's very rewarding because I'm contributing to the fina...

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Q: Postpartum?    —Delanson, NY

"I am having a really rough time lately. I cry all the time. I cry about everything. I feel like I am so sensitive. I ..."

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Just asked the same question. I am going to the OBGYN soon. Just wanted you to know you are not alone. WOW, that you are doing school too. I couldn't imagaine that...

Thyroid problems can cause depression-like symptoms. Definitely, extremely. And it can take months to get your thyroid in line (adjusting meds up & down), but I woul...

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Q: Hormone Imbalance /Post Partum Depression at 5 Months?    —Chicago, IL

"I have a 5 month old baby and I'm just now starting to have anxiety, insomnia, loss of appetite and crazy mood swings..."

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it seems like your getting some really great advice! i want to add two things: 1st, if your sketchy on taking any medicines, i understand. These medicines shouldnt be ...

Not all medications are fine to take while pregnant/breastfeeding. Please do your research before taking them and weigh the pros and cons. I am dealing with PPD no...

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Q: Pain Management    —Fishers, IN

"I have a seven year old who I breast fed. My infant 5 weeks old I bottle feed. She would not latch and stay on. One w..."

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I second the message about the depression medication. Sometimes women, especially after giving birth, go into depression. Not even realizing it. It doesn't have t...

I understand what you are going through. My family was involved in a near head on collision - on the way home from the youngest's baptism and on the older one's 3rd b...

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Q: Baby Blues?    —Newport Beach, CA

"Hey Mommas, I am hoping that some of you may have the answer to what to me feels like a very odd question. Our son ..."

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We have an awesome and daunting task ahead of us. I think it's just hitting home. It's all made worse because of the lack of sleep you have. (We all have) Try to ge...

Yes, that is all normal, especially since he was just born. For the first few months you cry for no reason, get strange thoughts, etc. If it gets bad, see a doctor. ...

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Q: Seeking Mother-in-law Help    —Farmingdale, NY

"I am currently living with my in laws and ever since my second son was born she is neurotic all she does is complain ..."

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Never doubt your parenting instincts. Tell her as politely as possible that you although appreciate her advice on raising children, you'd appreciate it even more if sh...

Take him out of the house and explain how you feel...the best instincts as a mother are yours !!!!

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Q: Suggestions for Getting Out of the House?    —Morrisville, PA

"My baby boy is now 8 weeks old, and while he's doing great, I'm miserable. For some reason I'm finding it difficult t..."

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L., I can totally relate. I am on the other side of the NJ PA border. My daughter is now 2 and I also don't like to be kept in the house. Finances caused me to ...

Hi! I'm mom to 1 and 3 year old toddlers - and I know just how you feel. We live in Bucks County as well, and would love to meet you for a playdate for lunch - drop ...

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Q: What the Heck Is Wrong with Me and How Can I Fix It?    —Elko New Market, MN

"I don't want this to be a long drawn out message but think it will be. Please keep any negative remarks to yourself, ..."

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You sound so much like I did just a few weeks ago. I was so down and out, I just didn't know what to do any more. I was miserable with my life, just felt like there ...

I'm so sorry you're feeling this way. I couldn't read all your replies, but I like what Fran had to say. Getting involved with some type of league like bowling, po...

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