PPD

ddembinska

I got postpartum depression with my first pregnancy. When my son was 2 weeks old, I went to my OB because I knew something was wrong. They consider it to be a moderate case of PPD. I was put on prozac, and after a few weeks I felt much better. He's 3 years old now, but my depression never went away. I was taking prozac still until the day I found out I was expecting this baby. I stopped because I saw what it could do to the baby, and I couldn't take that risk. I feel okay, and whenever I feel overwhelmed, I just try to relax or remove myself from the situation. I truly think that once this pregnancy is over, I'll have to go back on prozac. I would prefer not to since I'm wanting to BF, but I'm almost positive that the depression will rear it's ugly head. Anybody else dealt with anything similar?

eaevansmd

I'm not on meds, nor pregnant again, but I do envy your coping skills! I know that counseling and making sure I eat enough are helping me.
Can you find a therapist or support group to go to?