please read, but don't judge me please...

Jackie - posted on 02/20/2009

Kim, I have to agree with the other mothers.  Call your doctor.  Definatly keep a journal and write down how you are feeling and when you are feeling it.  Dont be ashamed in any way about how you feel...yopu didn't ask for these feelings.  Good luck...

Missy - posted on 02/20/2009

I would call your doctor and let them know what is going on. They will be able to help you out. They are there to help us out when we need it.

Hang in there and take care,

Missy

Sue - posted on 02/20/2009

If you are still having trouble it could be your meds need to be changed, if your dr does not do that Call Another!!!

Jennifer - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi there, I dont know much about the medical stuff for PPD but when I had a short spell of it I did a couple of things that really helped me. I made a list of all the things that were makin me feel bad (It was 3 sides of A4 paper) and then I was able to make little changes to some of those things - like not having time for myself, I made my husband take the baby every night for 1 hour so that I couldnt hear or see her where I was able just to sit down, by myself and do nothing if I wanted. I also made a rota for my cleaning! Sounds a bit odd I know but I constantly felt that I couldnt get anything done so by writing a rota for week with all the things I wanted to get done, it was all in manageable chunks and therefore wasnt so overwelming. I also made myself phona couple of girls from the antinatel class I had attended and invited them round for a coffee. I felt so alone, even though I had a great family, because I didnt know anyone elso in my situation (a new baby)! They were wonderful because we were all in the same situation and we talked about everything! Discussions about our hubbies, breastfeeding, feelings,babies and everything else besides. Making friends with them was the turning point for me. We wer all in the same boat and really helped eachother along. 4 1/2 years on and I still see them every week! I couldnt be without them. See if you can find some other mums in your area that you can get together with. If you dont have anybody, see if there are any groups in your area that you can join. Your doctor or healthvisitor should be able to help with this. I think that you can get more help and support from other people in the same situation as you, than you can from anywhere else.

I hope you are feeling better soon and this has been of some help. Remember that you are not alone. You never know, going back to work may help in some ways because you will be with your old collegues and in to part of your old routine. Try to keep smiling and it will get better. :)

Melissa - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi my name is Melissa I am the mother of 2 children a boy 19 month who has serious health problems and a daughter 6 years old who is very healthy. I would never judge you I been through it. When Mariah was born I was 18 years old and all I did was cry I thought she hated me I thought she'd be better off with out me my doctors put me on celexa I felt like it didn't work because after the 6 weeks the doctor told me to wait  I started feeling worse I went to councling and my counclor put me on serquel which is a mood stabilizing sleeping piull since I couldn't sleep and I was constantly very sad or happy for no reason these mood changes would happen with in seconds I was told I had bi polar disorder due to the trama of my childhood loosing both parents and living with my grandmother and raising my sibilings all ontop of being a teen mom. So by me telling my doctor I got the help I needed and my life actually got much better after being on the new meds for a while when I got pregnant with my son 5 years later I had to get off the medicine since it's bad for the baby in the first trimester  and I actually stayed off until my son was 6 weeks old and I found out he had bone marrow failure syndrome which causes his body not to produce red blood cells or platelets among other things he's is constantly in and out of the hospital He is waiting for a bone marrow transplant,,I pray for him and the other kids in the hospital every night and I will pray for you that things get better for you I hope by me opening up and sharing my story it helps you and again I wonldn't judge anyone since I don't like when people judge me.....Talk to you soon:)

Mauranne - posted on 02/20/2009

Quoting Kim:

please read, but don't judge me please...

i had my DD on december 30, 3 weeks early due to preeclampsia, after being on bed rest for 2 weeks and hospital bed rest for 4 days. it has been 7 1/2 weeks, and i've been on zoloft since she was 9 days old. i am still having some bouts of uncontrollable sadness...i'm not feeling like i want to hurt myself or her, but there are times that all i can do is cry, and i don't know why i am...should i call my doctor again and let her know that even being on meds for 6 weeks that things aren't getting better or has it not been long enough on them?

again, please don't judge me, i don't need criticism b/c i feel bad enough about this and don't need outside people making me feel worse.

Hi Kim, I think you have been through a very hard time. You have been very ill, and need to recuperate but now have a tiny person depending on you as well! Just giving birth and feeds, nappy changes etc etc makes you tired and tearful, so recovering from an illness as well you are bound to feel pretty rough. I think you should go back to your G.P. and tell her how you are feeling, she will know best whether the medication should be working by now, or whether there is something else she can offer you. If you have a partner, family or good friends, talk to them as well, and if they offer to babysit (even for only an hour or two!) accept it, and do something for yourself, or just rest - you need to take care of yourself so that you can take care of your baby.  Mauranne.

Mauranne - posted on 02/20/2009

Quoting Kim:

please read, but don't judge me please...

i had my DD on december 30, 3 weeks early due to preeclampsia, after being on bed rest for 2 weeks and hospital bed rest for 4 days. it has been 7 1/2 weeks, and i've been on zoloft since she was 9 days old. i am still having some bouts of uncontrollable sadness...i'm not feeling like i want to hurt myself or her, but there are times that all i can do is cry, and i don't know why i am...should i call my doctor again and let her know that even being on meds for 6 weeks that things aren't getting better or has it not been long enough on them?

again, please don't judge me, i don't need criticism b/c i feel bad enough about this and don't need outside people making me feel worse.

Hi Kim, I think you have been through a very hard time. You have been very ill, and need to recuperate but now have a tiny person depending on you as well! Just giving birth and feeds, nappy changes etc etc makes you tired and tearful, so recovering from an illness as well you are bound to feel pretty rough. I think you should go back to your G.P. and tell her how you are feeling, she will know best whether the medication should be working by now, or whether there is something else she can offer you. If you have a partner, family or good friends, talk to them as well, and if they offer to babysit (even for only an hour or two!) accept it, and do something for yourself, or just rest - you need to take care of yourself so that you can take care of your baby.  Mauranne.

Tina - posted on 02/20/2009

Yes, I also agree on the calling your dr. Make sure you are letting the people around u know. Your loved ones. Family and friends are very important. You reaching out to even people you don't know will help.  I had ppd also. It's been a long time for me. The Dr. is so much more educated now a days. We will be praying for you. 

User - posted on 02/20/2009

I would definetly let the doctor know you are still experiencing sadness and having a hard time functioning.  Maybe he can switch your medicine or the dosage or recommend counseling or a support group of other moms that are also experiencing post partum depression.  There is so need to feel criticized or judged. Your body has been through a lot and the hormones are just having a field day with your emotions.  Do you have anyone you feel you can call or reach out to when you are feeling sad? Sometimes just having a friend, a mom, sister, anyone there to hold your hand can help.  Just remember you are not the only person to experience these emotions and in no way, shape, or form does it reflect on your ability to love your child. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and hope this dark cloud lifts so that you will be able to enjoy the miracle of your new baby ;)

Torri - posted on 02/20/2009

I would call the doctor. There are different milligram dosages for zoloft. I started with 25mg and then moved to 50mg. It takes about a month for your normal hormones to adjust after a baby, plus you have the zoloft contending with them. To be safe I would call cuz things should start to adjust and you should start feeling at least a little better. When I was put on them, I wasn't Post partum, but I still had the weeping fits that just came from nowhere. Eventually what happened is I would feel weepy, but I couldn't cry. Even when I wanted to cry i couldn't. As I said .... contact your doctor, you may need to be adjusted or you just may need more time and for your doctor to reassure you. nothing wrong with that.

Janelle - posted on 02/20/2009

Hang in there Kim!! You are not alone.

It sounds like you and I have similar stories. Although I struggled with depression before the birth of my daughter too.

If I were you, I would definately get back in to the doctor. Antidepressants take a little while to get built up in your system, but if you haven't started feeling better two weeks or so after starting it, then there is a good chance that it is not the right antidepressant for you or it isn't at the right dose. It can be hard to find the right combination and takes patients, but they are so helpful.

Keep in mind too, that not getting enough sleep isn't doing anything to help your situation. I took naps with my daughter and it helped so much. Actually, I still do when I feel the need :)

Like I said before, hang in there!! Your baby girl needs you. And you are so far from being alone!!

Hope this helped some!

Janelle

Kim - posted on 02/20/2009

thank you everyone for your encouragment. i called my doc this morning and she uped my dosage so we're going to try that.

Kimberly - posted on 02/20/2009

You shouldn't feel bad about this! And no one should judge you, because a lot of moms deal with postpartum. You should definitely call your dr - I bet the dosage just needs to be adjusted. 6 wks is definitely long enough to know whether or not it's working. You shouldn't have to deal with depression, but do know that it's VERY common. Oh, and the fact that you're returning to work probably isn't helping. That's really hard! Hope you start to feel better soon!

Nikita - posted on 02/20/2009

Quoting Kim: kim you might just have a bad case of the baby blues... sometimes it last longer then we want ot to.. But you have to remember that you are a new mom and you just h=gave birth a baby... So are you getting enough rest when that baby is reasting... I would still call the doc and let him know how you feel... If you have help please use it, Mom/dad, sister or friends... Please don't let thid get you down everything is going to be just fine...  Hey kim if you need to talk to  me My name is Nikita and my email is Nikita4232@comcast.net... 1 Luv girl...

please read, but don't judge me please...

i had my DD on december 30, 3 weeks early due to preeclampsia, after being on bed rest for 2 weeks and hospital bed rest for 4 days. it has been 7 1/2 weeks, and i've been on zoloft since she was 9 days old. i am still having some bouts of uncontrollable sadness...i'm not feeling like i want to hurt myself or her, but there are times that all i can do is cry, and i don't know why i am...should i call my doctor again and let her know that even being on meds for 6 weeks that things aren't getting better or has it not been long enough on them?

again, please don't judge me, i don't need criticism b/c i feel bad enough about this and don't need outside people making me feel worse.

Kathleen - posted on 02/20/2009

i'm on zoloft too.  you're not alone. so don't feel bad :)

Malinda - posted on 02/20/2009

I agree with the pp that you should definitely talk to your doctor, but also consider seeing a specialist like a Psychiatrist who may be better equipped to help you find the right balance of counseling support and medication. Family doctors tend to perscribe whatever is popular and don't necessarily have a strong background in how to treat PPD.



Also, please tap your social circle and family for support. I am sure that you have many people who love you who would be happy to help with the baby, or just talk on the phone. That kind of support is priceless in difficult times.



Good Luck to you, and here is a virtual ((HUG))

Allison - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi I suffered like you when my daughter was born in 2005 it is hard but it will get better I promise give your self abit more time on the meds and if you need to talk more you can contact me via circle of moms. Allison

Laurie - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi there, I'm so sorry you are going through this right now and the added stress of going back to work. I went through a similar situation 4 years ago when my second child was born. I cried from the time he was about 4 or 5 hrs old and didn't stop for about 18 hours. I have no idea why I felt like this cause I loved him so much. I just couldn't stop crying. I was put on Zoloft also but the dosage was to low when they increased it, it still didn't help. I was then switched to Lexapro which at a high enough dosage helped. It took awhile for all my symptoms of depression to go away but once they did there was a big change.



Don't get down on yourself, everyone goes through this in some form and it is completely normal. It is hard being a Mommy 24/7 and working. Just know that with the right medical help you will begin to feel better soon.

I wish you and your family the best.:)

Jessica - posted on 02/20/2009

I am sorry you are going through this. I would definately call your doctore and let her know that the meds are not working. I would think that after 6 weeks of taking them they should work by now. Now isnt Zoloft a sleep med? Is there anything else she can put you on that will help the sadness? Again I am very sorry and I do hope that things get better for you soon.

Timmi - posted on 02/20/2009

I've been diagnosed with depression since my Sr year in high school, so I've had my off and on moments with what works with me and what doesn't. Hopefully you're just going through some hormonal changes and will clear up, try talking to people and if you have family, don't be afraid to ask for help, that really helped me after I had my daughter. I am choosing to be off of medical treatment for my depression because I don't like the side affects or the way they make me feel, but I need something to balance my brain, talking to someone once a week works best with me and excercising has been awesome for me and my self esteem. I think going back to work will also help. You should also talk to your Dr, she or he may be able to get you in touch with someone who can help, if meds alone aren't helping.
You're a new mommy, you should enjoy this wonderful new time, so just try some things to see what works best, and I hope you feel better soon!!

Kathleen - posted on 02/20/2009

Please please please call your doctor, after 6 weeks on the medicine it should be working better than that ( I have been on Zoloft in the past) Your doctor may just have to "tweak" your dose. Most doctors start you on a low dose and then adjust accordingly but you have to let them know it has'nt helped enough at this dose!!

best of luck to you!!

Yvonne - posted on 02/20/2009

No one should critize anyone.It's a hard battle. What are some of the things that makes u depressed? having a baby is exhausting and it can be very ovewhelming. Have your doc check your hormone levels they probably still have not leveled out from being pregnant. It would be a good idea to talk to your family doc. Some meds take 2 or 3 weeks before they even get settled to your system and then may take longer to work, talk to your pharmasist to he can be help also. Hang in there it will get easier.  

Nikki - posted on 02/20/2009

call your doctor, cuz if the meds havent helped after 4 weeks they arent going to. u might need something stronger or different all together. when u feel the need to cry just cry. i wan that way after i had my daughter and crying helped even though i didnt know y.

Pen - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi there.



I know how you are feeling because i had preeclampsia with my daughter who is now 4 yrs. Looking back i think i had post natual depression but i did not do anything about it at the time because i thought im a young mum and having a young baby this was what it was all about.

I had my son on 5th Aug 08 and since i have had him all i kept doing was crying and getting moody but i never had the feelings i wanted to hurt myself or him just crying. So i went to my G.P and they gave me medication which i have not taken as i do not want to be hoocked on it. So i joined this group and talking to other mums has really helped.

But i do think you should go back and have a chat with him/her to see what they say about it.

Also try changing your routine what you do in the day,such as put her in the buggy and go for a walk,let others have your baby even if its only an hour so you can have me time.

But dont keep this from your friends and family. I told my family and friends and they have been there for me and it has really helped.

If you want to chat some more to me then you can as i am here for you ok.

Take care xxxx

Sharon - posted on 02/20/2009

I can't offer much help, just some sympathy for your situation.  I just had my first child in October, so have been experiencing bits of post partem depression since.  I finally figured out what it was...4 months later.  Your situation is a bit different because you have had to be on bed rest for a period of time after the birth and meds.  But I still think it sounds a bit like post partem depression symptoms.  You can get meds for this, but I have not.  I too have had many times of crying and don't know why.  I have had a lot of frustration and stupid things annoy me.  There have been feelings of regret at times and guilt for switching from breast feeding to formula.  So many feelings and I had no idea what I was experiencing or how to fix it.  I can totally sympathize with you and wish you the best.  What you are experiencing is normal.  It will pass with time.  That's all I know.  I never went on meds and I am finally starting to come out of it.  My son was born 4 months ago.  So it won't last forever.  I hope this helps.

Rachel - posted on 02/20/2009

Hi Kim

I'm sorry to hear that u r feeling down... i used to have post-natal depression and was on anti-depressent too. I had trouble sleeping & eating, i even had negative thoughts of sending my baby away instead of facing him.....then i decided to seek medical help..i spoke to a therapist, who later on assigned a case manager to follow-up on my condition. She would call me every single day to chat with me..i think wat u truely need is someone who can talk to u and someone who truely understands...

You have to understand that U R NOT ALONE. PPD is very very common and it happens to 1 to 2 women in every 10. Seeking immediate help is very important before things get worse..

Speak up, share ur thoughts with friends and family esp ur husband....Wad i would like to share with u is that, apart from the medicine which ur doctor may prescribe u, u have to learn to control ur thoughts. Do not let it run wild or negative....always remember that U LOVE UR BABY AND LOVE CAN CONQUER EVERYTHING....Even when u feel that ur not up to taking care of ur baby at times...PPD could be caused by inbalance in hormones but u can certainly control how ur mind works and cheer urself up!

All he best! We are all behind u!!

Lee Ann - posted on 02/20/2009

There is no cause for anyone to judge! I had very bad depression after my second premature child was born. First was 7 weeks early (preclampsia), my second was 9 weeks early (still don't know why). The Zoloft did not help me at all. I would talk to your doctor, they really need to know if the meds are not working. They can increase or try something else. A good support system is really important in this stressful time! Good luck!

Rebecca - posted on 02/20/2009

Sounds like post-partum depression.  Definately call your doctor.  There are many different meds to try that may help.  It's not your fault....hormones get out of wack many times during and after pregnancy.  It is very common.  Please don't suffer alone.  Your doctor should be able to help.  Remember, it is nothing you have done!

Elzje - posted on 02/20/2009

I really feel you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. i have never used Zoloft (or any other related medicine) but I do think after 6 weeks it should have worked. Don't stop asking questions of your doctor until you are satisfied and get a second or even third opinion.

Kerry - posted on 02/20/2009

Hey dont beat your self up over this, your body has had a hell of a time with all the hormones and bone movements and stuff to get ready to give birth, so its all going to be strange and hurt in all sorts of ways.  Go to your gp and check out what the meds should be doing for you by now, you may need a different sort.  Get help with a councellor of some sort, a maternal and child health one if you can jsut to help with questions and vent with. If you need to cry do it, let it out it wont do you any good to bundle it up inside (it jsut stuffs up your mind even more!).  Most mums should not be judgemental as we all have gone through similar problems, and I think that those that say they didnt are fibbing!

enjoy your DD and as the others say allow yourself time to heal. xx

Gina - posted on 02/19/2009

hi there! I had postpartum depression with both my kids, and have since been diagnosed with chronic depression, and am still on medications to control it. You should not be judged for what you cannot control! It is a biochemical imbalance in the brain as well as a hormonal shift that has triggered the depression. I don't know how high your dose of Zoloft is, but you definitely need to call your doctor and discuss your continuing sadness and bouts of crying. A certain amount of that is considered normal for all post pregnancy women (due to shifting hormones), but if it feels to you like its beyond what you feel you should be feeling, then definitely call your doctor and discuss it. The answer may be as simple as a dose increase, or it may be the wrong antidepressant for you, and a change to a different medication may fix the problem. Hang in there, it DOES get better, and you owe it to yourself and your DD to do what you need to do to feel good. You had a difficult and stressful end to your pregnancy, and you need to be gentle with yourself and allow yourself to heal and feel better. I hope this answer helps you some, from one mom who's been there and done that, and knows that there is a light at the end of the tunnel! Feel free to email me if you want to discuss it further. I'm 42, and a single mom to an 11 yr old DD, and a 16 yr old DS, and we live in Oregon.



Take care,

Gina Acosta

Sherwood, Oregon

Tara - posted on 02/19/2009

I would talk to your Dr. about your feelings and your Dr. might prescribe a different drug ((HUGS))

Lauren - posted on 02/19/2009

I was on zoloft for years so i don't judge you :) i'd get the doctor to review/change your meds cause i went thru 3 anti depressants that didn't work before i found one that did. goodluck, it's horrible, i know, and everyone expects you to be happy because you have a new born!

Jessica - posted on 02/19/2009

yes, please call your doc i sturggled before during and after with depression you doctor will know what to do ..you girl is such a cutie!! : )

Stacy - posted on 02/19/2009

Oh you poor dear! Yes, call your doctor and hang in there. I haven't had that experience myself but I had a friend who did and she found a great support group in the community that really helped. Maybe give that a try and God Bless.

Brenda - posted on 02/19/2009

Honey, you are just having a tough time.  I'm taking Prozac myself right now and depending on what my pediatrician thinks, I may have to switch to Zoloft for breastfeeding.  Having a baby early is traumatic, especially when it is because of preeclampsia.  I had to be induced with my son, luckily I made it to the due date, but it was still a lot to deal with.

If you have been on meds for seven weeks, they should be at full effect by now.  Antidepressants can take 3-4 weeks to take effect.  Are you on a low dosage?  She may need to increase your dosage if so.  A lot of times doctors prescribe the minimum theraputic dosage at first.  For example, I first started on 20 mg of Prozac and had to increast to a full 40 mg after a while.  I am back on 20 mg for the pregnancy but if I stay on prozac I'm anticipating having to increase it because I had a tough time with PPD last time around, and I wasn't on meds at the time.

Please, if you feel this bad, contact your doctor.  Let him or her know that you think it isn't working.  It might be Zoloft doesn't work for you, as well.  Some people can take one anti depressant and it works fine, but it doesn't work for others.  Prozac is another alternative, though some is passed through breast milk.  However, the amount is 1/5th of the dosage and usually doesn't cause problems with the baby.  (You didn't say if you were nursing or not, so I just thought I'd throw that information in).  All of them basically do the same thing, but some people just don't do well on one or another.  Prozac works for me, so I'm hoping I don't need to switch to Zoloft just in case it doesn't work for me as well.  My OB doesn't see it as a problem, but it will be up to my pediatrician on the issue as well.

With my first son, I had to have my gall bladder out when he was 4 weeks old.  I was away for nearly the whole day for the first time ever, and I thought I would go out of my mind, so having anxiety about returning to work is perfectly normal for you right now, and if you're having depression problems that anxiety is amplified.  Please, do call your doctor.  That's what they're there for, hon!

Kassanrdra - posted on 02/19/2009

Yes i would def call your doc and tell them that possibly you need a diffrent kind of medication I went through post partum also and felt imense guilt don't let people make you feel that way your an ungrateful unfeeling mother it's just a chemical imbalance that's going on your hormones are just outta whack still but for sure call your doc if there is something he can do it's much better to get the help and start feeling better than suffer through it good luck hon.

Andrea - posted on 02/19/2009

It has been long enough and you should call your dr, you may need to swich to a different medication or strength of Zoloft. GOod LUck

April - posted on 02/19/2009

The last thing that you need is someonr being judgemental to you. One thing that I want to ask you is if you have a MCC (Maternity Care Coordinator) (Baby Love Nurse)? These nurses are specialy trained to provide care and counseling for post pardum depression. As a mother of four beautiful children I know what it is to feel overwhelmed. The best advice that I can give to you is to know that you are human. You will make mistakes and that's okay. Take each day one day at a time. Don't think too many thoughts at one time...pase yourself. Compliment yourself and recognize your own achievements,even if at times it seems as if no one else notices. The TWO most important things that you can ever give your children doesn't cost a single penny. Those two things are your love to them and your example of a holy lifestyle. Live for the LORD and everything else WILL fall into place. I hope that you are uplifted and be blessed.

Holly - posted on 02/19/2009

I know exactly how you feel. I am on Zoloft also. I actually had to go on it before my son was born (a small dosage) hen he was born I was very depressed. I was so relieved when someone came over so I could hand him off! All medication takes different times to kick in. Your doctor may switch you over to something different though. You just have to be careful in case you are breastfeeding.

Ami - posted on 02/19/2009

I just heard from my primary care MD something that may help you... Every woman has postpartum depression due to hormonal changes.  I was shocked but it made sense to me. It just varies on how it effects all of us!!! However, what we associate with PPD are the more extreme cases. Maybe talking to your Dr. will help you in your challenge here.  Hang in there!  There are people who do care and can help you through this!!! :)

Angie - posted on 02/19/2009

I have depression and I think it's best for you to call your doctor ASAP. I didn't respond to Zoloft at all but the doctor was able to find a medication that worked.

Kiwana - posted on 02/19/2009

Call your doctor and you may want to see someone.  Talking to a therapist may help you deal with whatever is making you anxious and sad.  It is nothing to be judged for or to feel guilty about.  Just get help for yourself.

Melissa - posted on 02/19/2009

I would definately call the Dr and just chat about how you are feeling....We are all here to support you and have all been through the same. Being a Mom is no Johnson and Johnson's advert and to reach out your hand and ask for support shows you are human... Take care!! xx

Laura - posted on 02/19/2009

Kim - So sorry that you're having so much trouble and especially when you're anticipating return to work.  I went through a similar thing, with the constant crying as well as panic attacks and I wasn't planning to return to work.  Definitely call your doctor and if at all possible get a referral to an MSW or psychologist that specializes in PPD.  Additionally, it may only require a small increase int he amount of Zoloft that you're on, or that you're not responding to the Zoloft.  Many people do not respond up to six weeks, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't call your doctor - do it immediately.   This is not your fault, it is completely out of your controll, you need help and support - please tap into it.  I am thankful that you are not having desires to harm yourself or others, but you are miserable and you likelly carry enough guilt just wanting to be a "good" and happy mommy - by reaching out on this post you are a "good" mom and I hope that much happiness follows.

Tamara - posted on 02/19/2009

It can take up to 4 weeks for an SSRI (zoloft) to take effect but if it hasn't then you should go see your doctor. She may need to up your dose. also be aware that it can seem to work but with in a couple weeks hit a plato which will cause a return of your symptoms and again you should see your doctor for a dose check. It also helps to do different things such as talk toa proffesional, as well as getting out of the house by yourself or hanging out with a friend. As a psych student and as someone who is currently being treated for PPD, I know quite a bit about this and if you have any questions or would just like to talk please do not hesitate to message me.

Lauren - posted on 02/19/2009

Try not to feel bad, it's not like you want to feel this way.

I would definately talk to your doctor, they may want to try you on something else.

After 6 weeks, you should be starting to feel better, so maybe you would react better to a different medication.

I've been through the same thing, you're not alone :)

Heather - posted on 02/19/2009

Definitely call your doctor!  With anti-depressants, you should notice a difference within 2-3 weeks so it sounds like Zoloft alone isn't doing enough for you.  Your doctor will be able to adjust the dosage or change/add medication so that you start feeling better.  Welbutrin, Celexa, Lexapro, Paxil, and Effexor are all some other anti-depressants that I'm familiar with (I'm working toward getting my licensure in counseling).  When you call your doctor, make sure you list your symptoms...that'll help in prescribing the best medicine for you.  If you can, maybe try talking to a counselor or friend that has had a similar experience.  Talking and/or writing about what you're going through may help a lot.  I hope you start feeling better soon.  And I hope transitioning back to work goes well for you.

Heather - posted on 02/19/2009

Definitely call your doctor!  With anti-depressants, you should notice a difference within 2-3 weeks so it sounds like Zoloft alone isn't doing enough for you.  Your doctor will be able to adjust the dosage or change/add medication so that you start feeling better.  Welbutrin, Celexa, Lexapro, Paxil, and Effexor are all some other anti-depressants that I'm familiar with (I'm working toward getting my licensure in counseling).  When you call your doctor, make sure you list your symptoms...that'll help in prescribing the best medicine for you.  If you can, maybe try talking to a counselor or friend that has had a similar experience.  Talking and/or writing about what you're going through may help a lot.  I hope you start feeling better soon.  And I hope transitioning back to work goes well for you.

Robin - posted on 02/19/2009

I had my kids sixteen months apart and I had the same post pardom blues that's why they put me on zoloft for a little while. It's not uncommon, but on top of that I gained so much weight and my husband traveled and I had no family close by luckily for Julie and Teresa, I would of went insane I look back and they were angels just having friends to talk too is helpful but you might want to call your nurse and suggest what they say. Good luck keep me posted. Robin