Pregnant and scared

Sara - posted on 10/05/2009

When I had my now six year old son I had Postpartum Depression, I was on medication for a few months and I also whent to a support group which was a big help.

I am now about 4 weeks pregnant and so far I feel ok but I am keeping an open mind maybe it will come back maybe not but I would likely do the support group again hopefully I wont need to be on medication again.

Eleanor - posted on 09/14/2009

ppd can come back while you are pregnant, it did with me. I have 5 year old twin girls and a 2 1/2 year old son. My PPD is stronger the second time around and has also lasted longer, but it was actually easier for me. I knew what was happening, my husband knew what was happening and so did my family, so the support was even better. It helped that i knew the right meds, (but they did need to be a higher dose) and got in touch with my therapist straight away. I have actually returned to the "normal, functioning" me alot faster than the first time around. Good luck, and remember it is ok to make sure they are in a safe place and go outside to chill for ten minutes, they can't get hurt and you will feel better having that option.

Melissa - posted on 08/24/2009

Well, sad to say PPD get worse with each pregnancy. I just had my thrid child and its pretty bad. My doctor did put me on 50 mg of zoloft in my 2nd trimester (its one of the safer anti depressants to take while pregnant and breastfeeding). Also, counsiling works wonderfully. I just start going and talking to a therapist. Talking about how I feel helped me a lot. The second day in the hospital I started crying for no reason and had an overwhelming sense of sadness. I really hate that feeling. It is a really terrible and lonely feeling that not too many people understand. You are very lucky to have the support of your family and friends. Just keep talking about how you are feeling with them or a counsiler and let them know if you are having any thoughts of hurting yourself or your children. Also, don't be afraid to ask for help, having 2 little ones could be overwhelming.

Mschelseamac - posted on 08/22/2009

The first step is recognizing and doing your best to prevent or treat your PPD should it come back. Just because you had it with your 1st child doesn't mean you are destined to have it with your second. Just hope for the best.



I think ALL Mom's are scared to have 2 children whether they've had PPD or not. Be glad you have a supportive husband and family.