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What Are My Options for Postpartum Depression.
I have had a past of depression before but always knew how to handle "everyday .... Next question: Post Partum Depression ... Lexapro and Breastfeeding ...
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- Do you have an opportunity to be around other moms? I never went through PPD, but several of my friends have and they said it did help to get around other moms! I gues...
- First off I want to say I'm sorry for what you are going through. I went through it with both of my children. It was very very sevier. I had thoughts of hurting both o...
- Hi J., I was diagnosed with PPD at my sons 6 month apt. I take Wellbutrin and I really like it. It doesn't make me feel numb or emotionless like some meds I've been...
Do You Know What a Postpartum Doula Is?
I did not have a pp doula, and I suffered postpartum depression. I strongly believe this could .... postpartum · postpartum depression and breastfeeding ...
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- At the age of 46, I only just recently heard the word for the first time and I assume it's person who is like a coach. Would love to have had one around when my sons w...
- I believe she's someone (sort of like a nanny) who comes to your home and helps with/teaches you about the care of your newborn.
- yeah, I do. I used one.
Need Help Fighing Depression
Tuality Hospital has groups that are free a breastfeeding group Tuesdays at 10am . .... postpartum depression and breastfeeding · depression women ...
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- Hi S., I was in the same boat as you, I also asked the same questions as well and found out about meetup.com; it's a great place to look for all kinds of groups in ...
- Tuality Hospital has groups that are free a breastfeeding group Tuesdays at 10am. Since you are breastfeeding. Also there is the new moms group on Mondays then when t...
- S., There is a great place to meet others...called ME TOO. It is a place to go that allows children to play in a supervised area ($5 flat fee for 1st child...) whil...
Breastfeeding HELP!!!!
Her depression is probably not from the breastfeeding, it may be postpartum depression. Children who use formula are more prone to allergies and asthma, ...
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- Hi J., Tell your daughter that it does get easier! The best thing she can do in the early days is DON'T worry about anything except taking care of her baby and her...
- Hi! I just want to encourage you and your daughter. I breastfed my daughter and that schedule sounds right on to me! It is more time consuming than formula feeding, bu...
- The first few weeks of breastfeeding are really tough. It sounds like your daughter is doing very well. Is she nursing on one or both sides each time? Try and switc...
Postpartum Depression
So did a group for mothers with post partum depression, run, i think, .... Buspar is totally safe to take while pregnant/breastfeeding and can work wonders ...
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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...
Alternative(s) to Wellbutrin XL?
I took Zoloft during and after pregnancy while breastfeeding and It has worked good ... Suffering from Severe Postpartum Depression - Questions About Zoloft ...
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- I was on Prozac for PPD (not sure how it can handle the anxiety aspect) ... through my whole 2nd pregnancy and things turned out great! It is very inexpensive because...
- My husband has had anxiety issues for years (not depression) and Lexapro has worked really well for him. I don't know if you can take it pregnant, but I know our insur...
- Hi, I took Zoloft during and after pregnancy while breastfeeding and It has worked good for me for anxiety and depression. It is also safe for breastfeeding, as very...
Postpartum Anxiety/ Panic Attacks? Postpartum Depression?
Could this be postpartum depression. I am so ridiculously happy so I am not ..... I had a really hard time right after I had my baby -- breastfeeding was so ...
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- W., I am sorry you are having a hard time wtih your postpartum issues and baby's condition. I have not had panic attacs but I do have postpartum depression and curren...
- Hi W., the time right after having a baby is SO hard emotionally and physically. I have a 4 month old girl and have also recently been trained as a PEP volunteer, wher...
- I had the same thing happen to me when my baby was about 6 months old. The best thing you can do for yourself is get the program through the Midwest Center for Anxiety...
Anti-depressants and Pregnancy (Zoloft)
My doc said Zoloft was ok to take while breastfeeding. It helps me with my post partum depression. I have not noticed it effecting my milk production or my ...
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- I was on Zoloft and the doctor lowered my dose. It all depends on how badly depressed you are.
- Hi, S. ~ Welcome to your adventure! I think it's awesome you are getting all the information you need before jumping in. :) No medical/psych professional is ev...
- Yes........ I was on Zoloft (100mg) for 3 years before getting pregnant with our first. My OBGYN told me that when my husband and I wanted to get pregnant to STAY ...
Postpartum Depression Accommodation from Employer
Read all 5 responses: "My daughter has severe postpartum depression that is being treated with medication and ... New Breastfeeding Mom Going Back to Work ...
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- I'm not sure if this qualifies under the Americans with Disabilities Act or not, but it possibly might since she has a Doctor's letter. The law just changed, for the b...
- You said she was seeing a psychiatrist, maybe they would know of some resources you could tap into. Chances are some of their other patients might have experienced the...
- you never said where your daughter worked. if she is working with the military she is probably screwed. ive known too many people in that situation. if its a regula...
Supplementing with Formula
I tried to breastfeed as long as possible. Unfortunately, I developed postpartum depression and needed medicine to get past it. I lost the baby weight so ...
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- Great job breastfeeding this long. Keep in mind that supplementing will probably increase the baby's reflux issues unless the reflux is due to you having a milk overu...
- Until my daughter was six weeks old, I breastfed exclusively. Between 6 and 8 weeks, I gave her breast milk that I had frozen and formula (alternated bottles). When ...
- When my now three year old was born, she only had breast milk for the first 3-4 weeks but my pedia. suggested I supplement w/formula since I was having issues w/breast...
