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Feeling the Baby Blues, but the Baby Hasn't Even Arrived Yet....
This Isn't What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression by Karen Kleiman and .... Postpartum depression is a fallicy in that it actually starts during ...
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- S. - I agree to count your blessings, exercise, yoga etc, but please take the crying, being down etc seriously. If it continues more than 2 weeks or gets worse, I wou...
- A first pregnancy is a major life change...you are most likely experiencing grief. You are losing your old life for the most part, and that stress in complicated by ne...
- Hormones!!! I went through an incredibly rough patch around the same time, but by 3rd trimester the fog had lifted a bit. Awareness of what's going on is so importan...
Baby Blues While Still Pregnant???........
I suffered from post-partum depression, as well, and I was then put on meds. ... Suffering from Severe Postpartum Depression - Questions About Zoloft ...
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- Hi there. I am counselor in North Alabama. I want to reassure you that what you are going through is absolutely normal. SO many women go through this. You just don't h...
- I talked to my doc about this too and he gave me Wellbutrin. It has helped tremendously.
- I suggest you mention all of this to your doctor. If you don't already have an appointment, make one. This could definitely be depression. It doesn't have to be pos...
Postpartum Anxiety
Aug 17, 2009 ... I have postpartum depression and the only way I was/am able to .... I didn't have a stitch of post-partum depression or anxiety with my ...
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- When I went to a doctor and later therapist for post-partum anxiety/depression, they immediately wanted to put me on anti-depressants. When I was referred to a psychi...
- I was a first time mom at 43 and had tremendous anxiety(at least compared to before I had my baby!). I also went to a shrink, but for other reasons...my hubby and I h...
- Have your thyroid and adrenal glands checked. I had very severe post-partum anxiety with my first son. I was about to go on Prozac when somebody told me to go to the e...
Depression
Read all 6 responses: "I think that I am suffering from post partum depression and I am not sure ... Is This Post Partum Depression and What Should I Do? ...
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- P., The first time I was diagnosed with Depression, was by (believe it or not) my OB/GYN, when my daughter was 5 months old. He 'strongly recommended' that I consult ...
- Hi P., All of this advice is very good. I personally did not suffer from depression but my sister did. She was severely depressed and went untreated for a while. Sh...
- My family has a HUGE history of depression. The older generations have not received help for it. My mother has been on medication for a couple of years. This past A...
New Mom with Postpartum Stress Looking for Friendship & Support
New Mom with Postpartum Stress Looking for Friendship & Support. This may sound like a strange request. I'm looking for a .... Is It Post-partum Depression? ...
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- I went through the same thing when I had my second almost a year ago. None of my friends even have children so I didn't have anyone to turn to but my mother. While she...
- I strongly suggest you fight the fear of revealing yourself to your friends. You are depriving yourself by not being honest with them. Their support may surprise you...
- I would suggest a mom's group or Child's Day Out program where you will most definitely meet women in your same situation.
Pregnacy & Postpartum
Most baby blues are caused by the drop in progesterone. I have been using bio- identical progesterone since my daughter was born to avoid postpartum. ...
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- Call your OB first thing tomorrow and let him/her know you need help with depression. It's natural to be scared and worried about balancing two kids (I'm in the same ...
- I haven't personally had problems with pp depression, but I know many moms who have. One, who I talked to recently, said that towards the end of her second pregnancy ...
- Hi M., You are not alone. I'm a forty something mom of an adorable 34m old girl. Being pregnant older is harder on your body in a lot of ways. Your hormone level...
Having Some Sort of Post Dramatic Stress from Post Partum 5 Years Ago
I didn't have Post Partum Depression, per se, but the first 6 months or so ..... Did you get help for the post-partum depression 5 years ago, or did you ...
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- I don't have anything earth-shattering to say, but have you tried Dr. Laura? I love her because she'll tell you like it is and let you decide to take her advice or no...
- Hi H.. I know you know you're not alone in your feelings but I'll say it again: You are DEFINITELY not alone. All of my SAHM friends agree that being a mother is by f...
- hi, sweetie-I feel so for you. You are beating yourself up so much! We moms can be so good at guilting ourselves and I really believe that our society reinforces tha...
Depression and Weight Gain for 2Nd Pregnancy
I have two children and had a terrible bout of Post Partum Depression with my .... Suffering from Severe Postpartum Depression - Questions About Zoloft ...
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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...
How to Know If Is Ppd
You may still have post partum. Its also hard in the winter when you alol have winter blues and cabin fever. I hope things get better. Let me know. Helpful? ...
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- They have mom's day out programs in Belvidere and Rockford and other places in the area. It is an inexpensive way to get out for a few hours, if just to go home and ...
- After being a SAHM for 2 years of two little boys (I've been back to work and school for a while now) I remember what it feels like. I thought I was losing my mind. ...
- Hey!!! I am so sorry you going through thi. But yes it sounds like it is. it is ok. alot of us through it. and you need to find someone to talk to. if you need names g...
Baby Blues
The only thing I can add is to recommend the book "Postpartum Depression For .... While I never experienced post-partum depression after the birth of my ...
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- Karen is right walking out side and getting some sun really helps. I joined a group of moms in my neighborhood for daily walks and it helped me.
- DearEST C., I didn't see anything about the father of your two, young children? Is he on hand to HELP you? Do you love him? Does he love you? I send love, blessing...
- C., I would suggest starting out with good, brisk walks with your toddler in a stroller and the baby in a sling. Outside in fresh air, especially in the morning wh...
