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Don't know where to start...

brittandjoebrittandjoe
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I know I have PPD and went to the doc last week. It was an awful day, I was late after getting a ticket so they didn't see me for 2 hours. Then it was a NP, and she asked me a couple questions then just wrote a rx and walked out. I feel worse after seeing her because its like they dont care....they didnt give me any recs of places for therapy even though they said I should do that too. They just gave me a pamphlet on PPD. So I have a rx for Lexapro that I haven't started because I feel like I have no support system to get me thru this. I dont know how to even find a therapist....there are no support groups in my area that I can find...I just dont believe taking drugs will solve my PPD. And my family doesn't know, DH doesn't want me on meds, so I feel very alone in all of this. I don't know anyone that has PPD....I want to get better but I dont know how to find help...?
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Re: Don't know where to start...

  • Lindsey7521Lindsey7521

    Hey! I know its very overwhelming...especially with out a support system. Did you see your OB or your primary? My OB's office wasnt really helpfull at all, but I called my regular Doctor and she was much more sympathetic and helpfull.

    You can call your health insurance and they can recommend therapists too.

    Why doesnt your husband want you on meds? I'm on Celexa and it has helped tremenedously. I know being on an anti-depressant soudns bad, at least it did for me...but however he feels about the medication, you ned to feel better!! And if a pill will help you, I think you need to do it.

    You can PM me if you want, or just need some one to talk to you. No one but my husband knew about my PPD either.

    When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. -FDR
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  • HappyMommy28HappyMommy28 member

    Call your health insurance company.  They should have a list of counselors/therapists that are approved for your area. 

    As far as meds - be careful.  If you have already started taking them don't immediately get off them.  But if they are working for you than explain to your DH that it is just temporary and you feel like you need them.  I'm currently on zoloft.  I hate meds and don't want to take them.  But - I'm giving them a shot because I am tired of crying everyday.

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  • bride2be8108bride2be8108
    I'm so sorry that you had a bad experience at your doctors office. What you need is support in addition to possibly an antidepressant.  What people don't realisze is that when you take an RX w/ out therapy you are basically outting bandaid on the issue. It's important to have a therapist as well as doc for meds. Definately get recommendations for a therapist from either a doc, insurance or by just doing some research on your own. Also, I know there are PPD support groups out there (not sure where you live) or even a new mommy group because many people are having the same experience as you.  Hope you are feeling better soon.
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