Questions for 2+ mommies...

MrsS2203

Did you have PPA/PPD with each child?  If so was it easier to bounce back with the second? 

Unknown

This content has been removed.

StarryNight39

I never had it with my girls but had it horrible once my third was born. 

mel101

It was a bit easier only because I could identify it and tell the dr. I was more aware of how real PPD was.

bim38106

I'm pretty sure I had it after DD1 but I never got help. That was a pretty dark time and I still feel guilt over the thoughts I had about DD and the way I was.... but I need to move past that right!

With DD2, the PPD was not as bad, but I did get bad PPA. By the time DD2 was 1, my anxiety was so bad that I broke down talking to my doctor (wasn't even planning on talking about it) and I was so thankful I did because I now feel a million times better and can look back on all of that and see I needed help...

So I guess that doesn't really answer your question, but that's my experience. GL to you! If anything, you're aware and somewhat "prepared" for it this time, so that can help. Have you talked to your OB about it? I know a couple friends who were put on antidepressants after giving birth the second time, as a preventative measure because of their experiences after DC1.  ETA: and I just noticed you're not PG again, but when the time comes, definitely discuss it w/ your OB!