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Caitie
Hello ladies....I have a very sensitive, touchy and difficult subject that I would like to discuss and would appreciate if we could nix the negative comments and judgement. Thank you. Ok so, here it goes....I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety about 8 years ago and have been on and off medication (lexapro for the last 2 years and it works for me). Well, whenever I found out that I was pregnant back on July 3rd I quit taking it and when I went in for my first baby Dr appt my ob said that it was good that I had stopped and they don't like pregnant women to take antidepressants at least in the first trimester. I am 19 weeks today and I would say for the last month or longer I have been feeling really depressed. Sad, alone, tired and unfortunately even (this is the worst of all) suicidal. Like I said, please don't judge me and I don't want much less need any negative comments. Don't get me wrong, I am happy and excited about the New baby and honestly that is what has kept me going but I still feel bad. Could I start my meds back up? Should I? I don't go back to the baby Dr till the 28th and I just can't wait till then to ask her...I've called and I'm waiting on a call back. Idk, there are several factors that are causing these feelings as in ppl running their mouths to my hubby and he's believing everything he's hearing before talking to me about it so we've been having some serious problems, my family disowned me a few years ago and I can't tell them about the baby or the fact that I have a man whom I've been with for the last 2 years (not that I even would, considering the last baby I had 2 years ago they have nothing to do with...don't even know her name or if she's a he or a she). There's soooooooo much more, too much to try and put in here. I just know that I've been depressed, sad, lonely, felt worthless etc....but I've never even so much as considered suicide. What is so wrong with me? why do I feel this way? is it pregnancy hormones or what? am I just crazy?
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onemoretime

Feel better soon!

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onemoretime

Feel better soon!

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cait0913

UPDATE** Dr finally called back and said I can start my meds back up. :) luckily I still have some that haven't expired cuz I won't be able to pick up the script they called in till Monday. Thank you ladies do much for your encouragement, it's helped tremendously. You're all fabulous to me :-

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nurseriri

@cait0913, so sorry to hear how you feel. Breaks my heart. Hoping your dr gets back to you ASAP. They can't hold you in a psych unit unless you're a harm to yourself. Just go there and explained to them you want to know if it's ok to go back on your meds while pregnant because you feel like you're relapsing. Good luck and positive thoughts going out to you and your little one.

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cait0913

thank you :)

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jjbutton

I know I was having a difficult time in my early pregnancy. My doctor said a Mom's mental health is just as important as her physical health. To help she suggested counseling or medication. So, there should be some medications that you could take to help you. Depression is a common thing. Recognizing it and getting help is the important part. Hang in there...you can do it.

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cait0913

yes if they don't call me back today I'm going to start my meds back up this evening...and I'm going to stay on them

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sktraum

I understand exactly how u are feeling. I have struggled with depression, anxiety and suicidal attempts/thoughts since I was 19. I'm now 38 yrs old. My psychiatrist kept me on all Myers when I found out I was pregnant because I am suicidal. I have ultrasounds done monthly and have had all sorts of testing on my baby and so far everything is good. He is actually measuring ahead. Do what is best for u and ur baby. If the benefits outweigh the risks, go back on ur Meds. U'll feel much better.

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cait0913

thank you ladies, so much. sometimes all you need is a little love from fellow preggers :) I don't feel great but I do feel some inspiration....Dr still hasn't called back but ima waiting patiently

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missing54user

It's been hard for me too. But I can manage a little better. But I have my days that I feel sad and my anxiety gets so bad. I know it's a f up feeling but don't give up. Pray whenever you feel very down pls pray God is good. Try as much as you can to keep a positive mind. I know it's easy for someone to tell you because j gone through it many times and still do. I hope you feel better.

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kartersmom

They might but that might be what you need. If you don't feel comfortable with that tho go to your doctor and let them know they'll see you

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missing190user

I agree with @kartersmom well said.

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cait0913

thank you....I'm scared too go to the er cuz I heard that they will put me in the psych ward on a 72 hr hold

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kartersmom

It could be pregnancy hormones but don't give up. If your doctor doesn't call back in a reasonable time go up there or go to the er, they can help you as well. but don't wait. Depression is a serious illness and I hope no one is insensitive enough to say anything negative. I hope you get help and get it fast for you and your baby sake. I'll be praying for you and keep us updated

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