congestive heart failure/ angry all the time

Trudy` - posted on 03/07/2011

I can totally relate....utilize your resources....your OB GYN, and your Pediatrician, is there a free clinic in your area? MOPS group? I suffered with depression after having my twin girls, I had to endure 3 months of bedrest for preterm labor. They had to be in NICU for 2 weeks, and I experienced anxiety, I didn't want anyone touching my babies, and I was angry a lot. I also felt road rage when driving...anyway, I should have gone to a Psychiatrist but I just was too busy with the day to day survival. When my twins were in kindergarten I was finally brave enough to try again. I became pregnant with my son and began to have the same depression problems, not sleeping well, and angry, only worse.....I should have asked my Dr. if I needed antidepression meds. It was severe after I had my son. Do not ignore symptoms, get the help that you need. be sure to put the babies in a stroller and take a walk, get the rest that you need. Let people help you. I felt better when I was on antidepressant medication. It was very stressful to be a parent 24/7 to 2 babies, then to have 3. But I managed, one day at a time. And I prayed a lot.

Sarah - posted on 03/01/2011

Firstly, hang in there!! I can't even imagine going through a major health issue with twins to care for!!! So already you are super mom in my book!! :) I totally get not being able to afford doc appts, and meds, but there are so many programs out there for those who don't have insurance. Also , consider the cost of doing nothing.....your kids need you at your best! Talk to your docs office or hospital for grant money or discounts for those without insurance. Best of luck!!

Angela - posted on 03/01/2011

I didn't have any problems while pregnant BUT, I was angry all the time after the boys were born. I gave all the love and patience to the boys and when my daughter came home from school, she took all my frustrations ( my hubby was active duty at the time) It wasn't until the boys were 3 ish that I could look back and see that things weren't right, I realized my family were walking on egg shells around me.
Then one of the depression commercials actually sunk in. I went to the dr, got depression meds and WOW I was a happy person again, felt normal, wanted to have conversations without yelling. I didn't have the "sad" depression, I had the "angry" depression. Didn't know it was possible, but after the meds, it made a HUGE difference. I know you don't have insurance, but is there a way that you can get an appt? If they prescribe meds, then you can call the company and tell them that you can't afford the meds, but really truly need them, and from what I've seen on TV, they will help you get them. Good luck - and hang on, I never had depression before, and I honestly believe it was from all the extra twin hormones!

Kim - posted on 02/26/2011

hey kim well i understand about stress. me and my twins daddy broke up it was me, but i stopped taking my medicine for 2 days and felt better no mood swings, then i had to take it again because my chest was hurting.

Kim - posted on 02/26/2011

You're not alone. I had difficulties after my pregnancy. During delivery, I lost 2 liters of blood it was very scary. Since my boys have been born my blood pressure has been out of control. I can't loose anymore weight, in fact I'm gaining it back because I have no time to exercise. I work 2 jobs 3rd shift and don't get more than 4 hours of sleep a day. I take out all my frustrations on my kids father which has put stress on our relationship. I can't wait for spring time so I can get out of the house!! I think that is my biggest issue. I'm tired of being inside and having to entertain my 2 very active 14 month olds. Stress from the babies, finances and regular everyday activities is very overwhelming. I don't think it's your medication. We need to accept that we are not robots or supermoms, and just do the best we can do for our kids to be happy and healthy :)

Beth - posted on 02/25/2011

i went through very similar, and even though i didnt plan on having the my last pregnancy much less twins , it made me VERY angry to be told that my body was incapapble of handling its main function, i know being tired is a side effect of both of my medicines, and its consatant , even now with the twins just over a year , my hospital had some "charity" help tehy gave us , but thats run out , and my last appointment with the cardiologist was over 1400.00 ... which i cant afford, so its pretty much done there with care... , drop me a line if you need to chat in private, sounds like were paddling the same boat