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Quick Intro

mechanicsgirlmechanicsgirl
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We're winding down for bed, so this will be short, but I wanted to introduce myself.  I didn't even know this board existed.

I've got a 13 month old daughter and a 1 month old son.  With DD, in hindsight, I think I had PPD.  I was anxious all the time, would start fights with my husband for no reason and not be able to control my anger over the slightest things.  I didn't get help, though now I think I should have.

 

This time, I'm recognizing the same type of actions/attitudes, and it scares me.  I called the OB on Monday, went in Tuesday, and was diagnosed with PPD.  They put me on wellbutrin, and will have me come in for a follow up in two weeks to discuss again.   

 

I feel good about myself that I'm getting help - I got over the embarrassment and went in.  I'm so glad I did.  I look forward to getting advice and reading here.  

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  • totallyshockedtotallyshocked member
    The first step can be the hardest so good job!!! Its not like anything is wrong with us. When I was at my doc yesterday she even compared anxiety and depression to cancer.......it basically is a disease. Good luck. Always here if you need to talk. Hugs
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  • mechanicsgirlmechanicsgirl

    imagetotallyshocked:
    The first step can be the hardest so good job!!! Its not like anything is wrong with us. When I was at my doc yesterday she even compared anxiety and depression to cancer.......it basically is a disease. Good luck. Always here if you need to talk. Hugs

    Thank you.  I think my biggest obstacle is learning to control myself.  It's like a total out of body experience - I know i'm acting like a total douche canoe and I can't stop it when I'm with DH.  When I'm with the kids, I put them in a safe place and walk away to cool off, because otherwise I wouldn't be able to stop there either.  

    I'm hoping I get on the upswing fairly quickly.  I hate the look on my daughter's face when I can see that she knows something isn't right.  Ugh.

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    Just wanted to say congrats on Ben.  He is adorable!!
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    DH: 31, no issues
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