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I Am to Freakd Out by Postnatal Body , Dr. Keeps Chunking Depression Pills, ....
Asked by E.M. from Chicago
on October 14, 2009
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I had my baby 4 months 2 weeks ago ,and basically I am ok until my husband and I have sex I keep covering my meatloaf belly , and my vagina feels to loose. Or I get to...
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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...
Pregnancy and Depression
Asked by L.C. from Cleveland
on January 18, 2008
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I am 9 weeks pregnant and have been taking Zoloft 100mg for about 4 months now. My OB, who did not prescribe the Zoloft but knows I am taking it, wanted me to wean of...
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- I wasnt on zoloft but i was on paxil buspar and seroquel. well about 2 years ago they said taking paxil when pregnant was a huge no no... now they are saying its fine...
- Hi L., I have never been on any anti-depressants or anything like that so I cannot be of much help. I just wanted to say one thing and I do not mean to offend you in...
- My experinece was that I came off of all the medications that I was on when I first found out that I was pregnant. I was on four different medications due to severe d...
Post Partum Depression
Asked by A.N. from Grand Junction
on January 21, 2008
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just wanted to know if other moms out there felt guilty for needing anti-depressants post labor. Sometimes i feel like something is wrong with me. shouldn't i enjoy my...
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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...
I Have a Crazy Postnatal Question....
Asked by M.J. from Raleigh
on November 21, 2008
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I have 3 children...my oldest son is 4, my daughter 3 and a newborn who will be 4 weeks tomorrow. I had a great labor and delivery and felt wonderful afterwards. Thi...
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- Hi M., When you go to your doctor ask for a full Thyroid Panel!!! Just a basic test may not detect anything. I know that I was feeling very strange all of the same sym...
- I think all those things could be normal on some level but to the extent you are experiencing them sounds much. I would definitely call your OB right away. It can't ...
- M., Personally, I would talk to a doctor, as they are going to have the most current and correct info. Unfortunately, as much as our friends and families want to hel...
Mom Needing Help with Depression
Asked by J.J. from Austin
on November 18, 2007
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I had my baby about 3 months ago and I'm still having problems with being depressed. i don't want to take any drugs as i would prefer a natural way to take care of thi...
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- J., I can't tell you how good it is to know that I'm not the only one feeling the way you are about your baby. I can't explain how guilty and ALONE I feel so readi...
- Your not alone. It is very common to feel down for a while. Everybody is different. Eat a healthy diet, talk to friends, family, and/or a professional. And take a ...
- The human mind is so powerful! You simply must choose to not allow yourself to be sad and choose to be happy. When you feel yourself going that direction, do something...
Mother Leaving Baby with Gma, Turning off Phone, Unable to Find Her!
Asked by B.M. from Charleston
on August 20, 2010
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My sister has a 12month old baby and seems to be losing interest in being a mother! She frequently leaves my niece with my mother or practically anyone who will have ...
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- I agree with others about getting CPS involved, she will probably feel betrayed but it should honestly be about whats best for your neice, and a mom that disappears wi...
- I understand that you love your sister. You want her to do the right thing and you want good things for her. The hardest part, especially when we love someone and ar...
- It might be worthwhile to call child services the next time she does her disappearing act. She is endangering the welfare of her child. I understand that you are conce...
Heartbroken and Depressed
Asked by C.M. from Houston
on April 15, 2008
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My husband and I have been married for 4 years and have 2 children together. We each have a child from a previous relationship also. We got married when I was pregnant...
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- Hi C., I'm so sorry that you feel this way hun. You can make it through this. You just need some motivation. I've had to deal with the same issue. Just take it day b...
- C., I have batteled depression several times since I was 15. This sounds like an extreme case of depression if you can't get out of bed. I've never been that bad, b...
- C....first let me say you are so not alone in all of this. I am 48 years old and battled this issue all of my adult life. Unfortunately my first husband was not as kin...
Dear Moms, I Need Help.......... :-(
Asked by N.G. from New York
on July 21, 2010
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Ladies, I am at my wits end. My nerves are shot. I dont nkow how else to put it... my 2 yr old is driving me crazy. This has moved beyond the "normal" insanity we m...
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- My big trick is to go on timeout when I'm angry, and deal with NOTHING until I've calmed down. This meant when kiddo was little I'd say: "Mommy is going on TIME OUT...
- We can all empathize, to a certain degree with you, and it's hard when people say, "don't let them get to you". Different personalities react different ways to stress...
- I commend you on your bravery........now extend it a little further and seek help, help from your husband (if you have one), help from your mom, help from a phsycolog...
New Mom with Postpartum Stress Looking for Friendship & Support
Asked by G.C. from Dallas
on April 1, 2009
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This may sound like a strange request. I'm looking for a mom who has a new baby (newborn to 6 months or so) who is having a difficult time and needs someone to share h...
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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.
Nausea While Breastfeeding
Asked by K.R. from Sherman
on June 8, 2010
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I get nausea when i breastfeed.
does anyone else?
any idea why?
baby almost 4 months
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- K., I have never experienced this, but I have heard of it. How old is your baby? I read that the nausea that some women experience usually goes away after about 6-8...
- COuld be because of the oxytocin the body is releasing during feedings. To help with this which will also help with your milk supply, try to eat something before you f...
- Yes I agree with Michelle M., you need to be sure you are nourished as well as your baby. Eat some crackers while your nursing if need be. Make sure you continue takin...
