Still PPD, at 18 months?

RandiDeeAnn

I'm in a funk. It comes and goes, but sometimes it comes really hard. I didn't even see a doctor until DD was like 7 or 8 months old. I never took the meds because I was scared of them, especially sleep side effects. DH worked nights and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to take care of DD (even when he was home, DH is a heavy sleeper).

I've never gotten over the trauma of DD delivery and all of the bonding/BF/all things baby problems. Add to that everyday life problems, and I'm just not a happy person. I'm going to start some natura/vitamin supplements soon, but I'm just at a loss. Can this still be PPD? It just still feels like I was robbed of delivery and DD's babyhood. I feel like I'm just now being her mom.

DH got upset with me last night and said he didn't have a wife (because of how I've been) for a very long time. He says he just tries to do whatever will make me happy. I just don't know. DH's insurance is horrible, so the only shot I'd have at a seeing a doctor would be my yearly exam. Which I haven't even scheduled. WDYT?

bim38106

Absolutely go see your doctor! I was diagnosed PPA/D when DD2 was 13 months. Finally talking to my OB was the best thing I've ever done! I know I had PPD after DD1 and I never got help. The difference being on the meds (Zoloft) is amazing. I still feel guilt about the way I was for the past 3 years....I struggled a lot and it wasn't fair to my family, let alone to me! I wish I had gotten help a lot sooner. GL to you And go schedule that yearly exam!

rsrn02

ditto pp go see your doctor.

my son is nearly 14 months. i'm still suffering with ppd and ppa.  I have a therapist and psychiatrist.

i'm now on leave from work due to the depression and stress.

HSSpeducator

It can definitely be PPD especially if you didn't get help.  It's not like it just goes away.  See a doc.  If insurance is a problem, see if they will work with you on a sliding scale or something.