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Post Partum Depression
Read all 6 responses: "I just delivered my third child and I am not sure whether I have PPD or if I am just situationally stressed.
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- I take a natual supplement 5-HTP. My dr. prescibed it since I am reactive to my drugs. It has help with my depression. It is Tryptophan. I take 100 mg in the morn...
- K.- I feel for you. My PPD ent undiagnoised for a year. I spent the first year with my daughter locked in my bedroom. I didn't want to get up at all. I went to work an...
- I never experienced PPD until my 3rd child. There were also some things situationally that I was very unhappy with and didn't know which might be which. I went to th...
Postpartum Bleeding
Read all 16 responses: "I am 5 weeks postpartum as of today, and two weeks ago, my lochia was very light and brown in color. I was hoping it was just about ...
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- Hi A., Doesn't it feel like payback for the nine months when you didn't have a period? It could, in fact, be something like a period. My periods after my fifth ch...
- My bleeding also began to go away at about 4 weeks, and turned brown, and then came back full force and bright red for another 3 weeks! I had occasional clots, too. ...
- Your concern is understandable. I would though wonder if this is your normal period then starting. Since you called your doctor and they were not concerned I would g...
Post Partum Support Belt???
Read all 6 responses: "After vaginal childbirth,how soon after delivery can this wrap be worn??? I am getting different answers. My grandmother says to do ...
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- I had two c-sections and I was told to begin wearing it right away by the doctor. I would think any support for those loose muscles and the traumatized area... even b...
- I've had three kids (18, 8, 3) via c-section, and after the last one the nurses put it on me as part of the normal post-op procedure. Holy mackerel, it felt SO much be...
- I had 2 csections and i wore the belt right after in the hospital, but it doesnt help the loose skin as far as i know, its for the muscles and everything they had to c...
Postpartum Depression
Read all 25 responses: "Can anyone offer alternative ways to help me get through postpartum depression before I try medication? Or even just small ideas to ...
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- I applaud you for asking! THE BEST thing you can do is to ask for help--from a friend, relative, neighbor. Be honest that you just need someone to stay over for a few ...
- Vitamin B-6 helps me. Also, being around other people helps: perfect time for playdates! Even if the babies are small, they might like seeing another baby next to th...
- I'm pregnant and fighting depression. I'm trying to stay off the meds if possible also. Here are some of the things I'm doing. I've started seeing a counselor. My doct...
Postpartum Hair Loss
Read all 27 responses: "Hello, I was wondering if anyone has expierenced hair loss after giving birth. It happend to me when my son was about 4-5 months old ...
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- I experienced the hair loss at about 6 mos post-partum. HUGE clumps of hair coming out, not just in the shower, but if I even ran my fingers thru my hair during the d...
- happened to me too...so annoying! it mellowed out after around 6-8 months & stopped completely by 1 year. enjoy :)
- Amazing huh? The same thing happened to me. It slowed down about when my kids were 6 months old and just about the time I thought I wouldn't have any hair left if it...
Still Looking for a Post-partum Anxiety Therapist...
Read all 7 responses: "Anyone have a great therapist that specialized in post- partum issues that they'd like to refer to me? I've tried Baby-blues ...
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- Two friends of mine who suffered from post-partum depression and anxiety saw this therapist-they both highly recommend her. I know she isn't in SE, but maybe she cou...
- Wildwood Psych is where I go also. My psychiatrist's name is Ann Howard and this is her specialty. Her direct # is ###-###-#### or you can call ###-###-#### and they...
- This referal comes from one of the nurses that runs the New Moms group at St. Vincents. I trust her advice. "The clinic I refer people to is Wildwood Psychiatric R...
Postpartum Depression
Read all 25 responses: "I had my son 9 wks ago. I have felt just fine up to this point, but over the past week or so, I have felt VERY down.
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- D., I am a practicing homebirth midwife. It is not uncommon to have postpartum depression diagnosed even up to a year after the birth of the baby. There i...
- Hi D., I was not treated for my PPD until my daughter was 7 months old. I didn't think I could possibly be affected by PPD that late in the game, but when I went in a...
- I take a natural dietary supplement called "Bliss" to offset extreme anxiety or stress that comes my way. It is awesome! See www.marketamerica.com/thevoiceoftruth an...
What's a Good Timeline for Post Partum Bleeding?
Read all 6 responses: "Hey all, I think you are the best at sharing your personal experiences, so I want to know...how long did YOU have to wear that ...
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- Hi there! I also have an 8 week old and a 2 year old! So, I know how you feel! I had c-sections with both of my kids. With my daughter I bled for about 4 weeks (...
- I have three kids and had my last a year ago. I was bleeding for about 8 weeks with some spoting after for about 2-3 more weeks. If you are concerned call your doc. Th...
- I didn't have an issue.. but I have only had c-sections, and they clean you out pretty.
Seeking Great Post-partum Doula in La Brea/Fairfax Area
Read all 7 responses: "We're looking for a great night time post-partum doula for two weeks. Our son is due at the end of May. Does anyone have any ...
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- I LOVED our post partum doula so much. Her name is Glyol Pannbecci and her number is ###-###-####. She taught me so much (i was clueless also) and was so loving and ...
- L., check out my website. Then give me a call. Http://www.marycacciapagia.com --Doula M.
- Joanne Goulbourne is amazing !!!! ###-###-#### or ###-###-####. I have 3 children and used a post partum doula for all. she was our doula for the last and we absolu...
Lack of Sex Drive, Post Partum
Read all 19 responses: "I know everyone is different and there is no such thing as "normal" when it comes to pregnancy, childbirth and beyond, ...
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- The same thing happened to me. Absolutely non-existent and I never really gave much thought to hormones, but in my case that's all it was. Because I was nursing, I d...
- Hi T., Yes Titianna I've expericenced this right after my daughter was born in 08/07 this happened to me and as a result of lack of sex drive my then boyfriend and...
- Hi T., I do agree with those who have suggested that having regular sex does build desire. Sex leads to more sex. Lack of sex leads to more of a lack. Also, redefine ...
