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Post Partum Depression
There are tons of women who have had post partum depression and haven't had the guts to deal with it because they feel badly about it or crazy. ...
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- No, you're not off your rocker! And I applaud your wish to not take that morning fix-it pill. It is my opinion that many doctors are too willing to buy into the inst...
- It is difficult and horrible to go through. I had it after my second one-my kids are 14 months apart and chose not to take anything and it is difficult.There are still...
- Hi A., First off, you are NOT off your rocker!!! You are normal! Post partum depression is real and if left untreated can have horrible consequences. If you wer...
Considering Anti-depressants
Sep 23, 2009 ... There are excellent books on the subject of women and depression. I STRONGLY recommend womens' Bodies, Womens' Wisdom by Christiane Northrup, ...
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- T., I go to an Internal Medicine physician who practices in Round Rock near Steiner Ranch. She's wonderful, very intelligent, and many of her patients are middle-ag...
- Before you start any prescription drugs, like anti-depressants I would encourage you to try a variety of vitamins and get some daily exercise (does not have to be anyt...
- Hi T., This is a somewhat controversial topic. People seem to have widely differing opinions on what depression is and the use of antidepressants. Bear ...
I Am to Freakd Out by Postnatal Body , Dr. Keeps Chunking Depression Pills, ....
Oct 21, 2009 ... For most women it takes 2 years to get used to their new body and start .... What I am going to tell you is that the doctors all tried pushing depression ...
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- It has been 7yrs since my twins were born, and I still hate my tummy. I have strong abs underneath, but still have a little of the tummy on top. I still get uncomforta...
- E., You are GETTING EXCELLENT ADVICE from us moms. Stop being so hard on yourself. It takes so much time to adjust to your new life changing experience. You have new...
- E.: have you considered finding a fitness center near you and finding a trainer to work with you? warmly, Patriica, RLC, IBCLC Breastfeeding and Pare...
Depression Issues During Pregnancy
But it was interesting when a friend of mine noted that many women tend to have mild to severe depression problems with their third child. I am not sure if ...
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- I agree with Britney, please talk to your doctor about this. Perhaps it is just all the issues, sickness, pain, 2 year old, overwhelming you but there may be a medica...
- I am certainly not an expert in this area, so I would advice talking seriously with your doctor. I think pregnancy is tough all around and it's normal to struggle emot...
- C. - Talk to your doctor, and if he won't listen talk to the nurse!!!! I had a depressive episode about 9 years ago now and when I got pregnant with #2 last year I ha...
Depression
Sep 30, 2009 ... I would only say that although depression in pregnancy is mostly hormonal, ... Other women feel like this too, so you are not alone. ...
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- G... my heart goes out to you.. I've been there. Thank God that I had such a wonderful dr who recongnized it right away. I found it hard to imagine I was experienc...
- Hi G., First, I would like to send you a big big hug. I feel the same way you do in many aspects. I am 17 weeks, and my skin is on and off bad. I don't have the o...
- Hi G., I would like to say take one day at a time. People underestimate the effects of any kind of health changes on the body. Pregnancy can have very profound effe...
Zoloft and Pregnancy
I am a counselor who specializes in women's support and work specifically with many women who struggle with issues of depression during and after pregnancy. ...
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- I took 50 mg through my pregnancy ....my baby is now 2 weeks old. I have not seen any side effects. I was on 150 mg prior to pregnancy and my doctor said there are s...
- hi there, I first want to share a story with you about me and then ask a few questions that go into more detail about you and the medication. About 4 yrs ago I found...
- I am a counselor who specializes in women's support and work specifically with many women who struggle with issues of depression during and after pregnancy. I have kno...
Stay at Home Mom Depression
Once I was pregnant my depression went away so I didn't take the prozac. ... I think you would be surprised to know how many women are on meds. ...
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- Dear C.: You do need positive reinforcement. Make sure you are taking good care of yourself. We give so much when we care for others, but we forget that we need c...
- I would make sure and get your thyroid checked as the symptoms you're describing are not unique to SAHMs. Here's a good website that discusses the symptoms of low thy...
- hi C., I am a stay at home mom myself. I have gone though the same thing. I have taken meds to help and it does help. i also found that taking time for yourself aw...
Depression and Weight Gain for 2Nd Pregnancy
I just don't think they get it, but like I said all the women i spoke to have ... On to the depression...with your first baby you have visions of bliss and ...
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- First of all, you show earlier with your 2nd pregnancy. Your stomach muscles have already been stretched...so it just happens. If your worried about not having as mu...
- What side of the state are you on? Near Grand Rapids there is a coalition of professionals who are getting together to help moms both pre and post partum with mood...
- Dear E. Be positive and just avoid those food. Think my baby doesn't like it. Eat the fruits first so you are full.I am sure you will overcome it. All the best d...
Help and Advice
Sep 28, 2009 ... So many women including myself had some type of depression and anxiety. If doctors and certain meds don't help then maybe what you need is some alone time ...
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- I am so sorry to hear about your problem-it must be devastating for you. I think you should talk to someone about it. I would think a therepist could help you and mayb...
- Hi A.. I truly sympathize with your plight. I have been a stay at home mom since my daughter's birth 3 years ago and I suffered from PPD also. My weight gain and const...
- I know how you feel. I had PPD after I gave birth, and that rolled over into full blown depression until my son was about four months old. I never really had anyone co...
I.U.D. Pros and Cons......?
I had a bad experience with the hormones in the Mirena - suicidal depression. While most women love the Mirena (it did make my periods much lighter and ...
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- I tell everyone on mamasoucre about my experience with Mirena. I had it in for about 6 months. For 5 months, i had constant bleeding ALL THE TIME! Around month 6 i was...
- I have had the Mirena IUD since November 2008, and I have NOT had any problems. I am a person who suffers from severe migraines so I was a bit hesitant to get the Mir...
- Hello, I had the Paragard IUD insterted after my second child was born, have since had it removed in order to have a third child. I was VERY happy with it. I could ...
