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Natural Cures for Postpartum Depression?
My counselor suggested that I take medication for postpartum depression. ..... center so I personally get feedback every week from Moms having mood swings. ...
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- Omega 3's, b vitamins and a little sunshine. Do you have any moms support groups near you? Getting out for adult conversation is great. There is a very informed lad...
- It is my opinion that concern over taking meds for depression is misplaced, they are wonderful and you can be your old self again. In the meantime, as you play into t...
- You are right to question the use of medications, especially with the responsibility of caring for an infant. There are lots of "feel good" things you can do to help...
Having a Hard Time with My Mood Swings
This still is not helping me with my mood swings. ... Still, it's important to discuss with your doctor in case you have severe depression, bipolar disorder ...
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- Yoga has worked wonders for me. Try giving it a shot.
- S., I too used to Have mood swings like that, everything from not wanting to get out of bed to thinking I could conquer the world all in one day. Some times loving...
- I don't know if I could try it, but cutting out sugar really should help a lot. Or at least keeping it down and steady. I sympathize, because I too am quite emotional ...
Mood Swings, PMS and Hot Flashes
My issues are sever mood swings and hot flashes. My mood swings happen about 2 ... When this happens our bodies show symtomps like menopause, depression, ...
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- Hi K., I too am like you and wanting to try more natural approaches rather then quickly being prescribed medication only to get side effects and then having the Dr....
- K., Sounds like your hormones are having a party. Its crazy when you don't have control over your own body. I am in the health care profession and I want to tell...
- Although I understand you want to manage your symptoms without a lot of medication, my first suggestion is to see your physician. I am now happily past menopause and ...
Seeking Moms with Post Partum Depression
I had severe post partum depression after my son was born. I constantly was crying over ..... Help! I'm Having Horrible Mood Swings During My Period. ...
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- I felt the exact same way. Finally went to see my doctor who immediately wanted to test me for an hormone imbalance. I took a blood test to check my thyroid and did ...
- I was diagnosed with PPD after the birth of my son 15 months ago, I was perscribed Zoloft which worked wonders I was only on it for 10 months and am feeling terrific n...
- Hi E., Your not alone! I had depression really bad after my first and now she is 2 1/2. I never really talked about it with anyone. I now have a second daughter th...
Mood Swing
Sometimes the body gets in a funk, to include mood swings and ... the darkest part of the year when many people suffer from depression or something like it. ...
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- I have dealt with this before and I would say go and see your OB. You can experience postpardum depression even 2 yrs after a delivery. I see some other mamas said t...
- Hi M. It sounds like maybe there are a lot of things going on in your life. This could be contributing to your mood swings. Sometimes I get this way as well. I try...
- I'm currently pregnant, and my naturopathic physician has me taking fish oil (six of them a day!) to replenish the oils in my brain to help keep me from getting post p...
Mood Swings
Read all 12 responses: "i recently got together with a guy that has 2 boys. he wanted me to get pregnant right away. well i did. now i have mood swings, ...
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- This doesn't sound like a healthy relationship to me at all. If you don't mind me asking, why did he want you to get pregnant right away? If he has two boys, he should...
- Mood swings are par for the course. It sounds to me like he's had it very easy in the relationship area and is controlling as well. The ultimatum he gave you is beyond...
- Mood swings are a major part of pregnancy, the body is getting use to all the changes and one way of coping with those is through mood swings. This guy should know tha...
Natural Mood Stabilizer
i have taken st john's wort. it helps with my mood swings, but i did not find it helpful with depression. if your depression is only during the one week, ...
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- It looks like you have a bunch of ideas here, but I wanted to add my experiences as well. I think bio-identical hormone therapy/replacement would be an excellent thin...
- S., I'm not sure if it would work for hormone spikes, but I've recently tried Kava. You can get it in liquid or capsule form and it's supposed to calm anxiety and jus...
- I would recommend getting on a high quality vitamin. I love the brand New Chapter Organics--they are a whole food/probiotic vitamin you can get at health food stores....
My Three Year Old Has Mood Swings.
Read all 6 responses: "I have a three month old, a two year old and a three and a half year old. I know all kids go through their phases and stages.
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- hi! i read the others' posts, and so i know i am reiterating their advice, but the things that occurred to me were- hewants more of your attention, and as hard as it i...
- This is just a thought but maybe he is acting out because he feels he isn't getting enough attention since you have to manage your time between 3 kids. Is there other...
- As a start, if you have not already, I would cut out all artificial colorings and flavorings, hydrogenated oils, white flour, sugar, and high fructose corn syrup out ...
What Have Others Done About the Irrational Mood Swings of Menopause?
Read all 15 responses: "I am going through the beginnings of menopause and cannot stand the irrational bouts of anxiety and the mood swings that go with it .
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- OMEGA WOMAN !!! from nordic naturals, the best! All the ladies I know take it and are symptoms free (for two years). I take it esporadically, and it works wonders.
- I had the same problem; I ended up taking an SSRI antidepressant. It helped me sleep better and smoothed out the ups and downs, allowing me to see things in a more re...
- St. John's Wort has helped me immensely!!! Had it not, I would have tried going on Yaz (birth control) next. I hope you find something that helps you!
Anyone's Child Ever Have Moodswings/rage as a Result of Steroid Use?
Read all 9 responses: "My 2 1/2 year old son had an alergic reaction to something and they gave him the generic form of Orapred (Prednisolone).
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- This is very very common. The children I've known that have taken it and my own son included have all big time personality changes..Strong stuff............
- I understand what you are going through. My 1 year old had a reaction and was on them too. She threw terrible fits. She even hit the wall a few times with her fist....
- my 4 yr old has been on prednisone multiple times because of his sever asthma, and although he has never had this sort of reaction, i was warned of it by his pulmonolo...
