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When my daughter was born, the day we came home from the hospital, I cried from the minute we left the hospital all the way home (35 min drive). I didn't even want to sit in the backseat with her. I love her to death though, It wasn't because I was sad, I just really can't explain it. But after that, I was fine, and have been ever since.
So anyways, I am 38 weeks pregnant, and I fear that I will go through it again, but worse, since I am single.

What were your experiences with PPD?
And can I prevent it? (Cannot afford therapy)
Can you take prescriptions for it while breastfeeding?

2006-08-13 15:18:53 · 9 answers · asked by AuroraBorealis 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting Parenting

My family lives nearby, but they can only offer so much help.

2006-08-13 15:22:50 · update #1

9 answers

Well first and foremost dont rush to meds right away!!!! It is normal to get the baby blues. I got it the second day I was home and had it for about a week, I felt so empty even though my daughter was right here with me it just wasnt the same. Talk to your gyno about this he/she will be the one who can lead you in the right direction.

Good Luck :-)

2006-08-13 15:24:47 · answer #1 · answered by Thewraith98 3 · 1 2

Bless your heart. I too had PPD after having our daughter. Becoming a first time Mom is overwhelming to say the least and then when hormones go insane...well PPD can happen.
When it was time for our son to be born our OB/GYN discussed with us the fact that my PPD was almost at the sucide level and we talked about a few things to help. First we discussed medication, there are some that can be taken while breastfeeding. Second; we opted to NOT breastfeed because of my inability to produce enough milk for our daughter and this added to the stress level. Third; ask those around you for help. If you are involved in a church seek help with chuch members. If you are not involved in a church I encourage you to get involved.
Don't think about therapy needing to happen just yet. PPD is something millions of women go through...unless it gets to the point of huring your child or yourself...you'll be ok.
Anyway, good luck with everything. Congrats on the new little one.
God Bless.

2006-08-13 15:27:51 · answer #2 · answered by okiemom67 3 · 1 0

I suffer from PPD with my first but I didn't even realize it until almost a year later. My OB put me on Zoloft the day I gave birth to my second and it definitely helped. As far as I know Zoloft is ok during breast-feeding but I'm not a doctor so don't take that as medical advice. Your OB & Ped should know what you can take so run it by both of them.

As for my experience, I was very detached from my DS for quite some time. Bonding was EXTREMELY difficult. I was depressed and being home alone all day with an infant didn't help much. I got through it by getting out and meeting other moms with babies close in age to mine.

2006-08-13 15:27:51 · answer #3 · answered by Jen 3 · 2 0

No one can predict whether PPD will affect you again. There is no set formula. The most important thing to keep in mind is that the condition is not you. If it does hit you again, and you feel yourself getting out of control, go immediately to your doctor and ask for help. PPD is not something we can control ourselves. It's caused by a chemical imbalance triggered by the disruption of pregnancy and birth. And it is not permanent.

2006-08-13 15:25:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

after i gave birth,i was in the hospital for 3 days due to a c-section. i was fine BUT i didnt want to leave the hospital. ever since i sat in the car i was depressed..i was like this for like two weeks. Depressed like crazy...crying all the time, i was scared of my baby, felt like a horrible mom, couldnt sleep, etc. but after 2 weeks it went away. b4 i got pregnant i was in Zoloft then a month after i gave birth i went on it again...i feel great. just remember that it will go away but if it doesnt then just take zoloft. it worked for me. just be strong and tell your family at least for the first month to offer extra help. wish you luck. hang in there

2006-08-13 15:55:42 · answer #5 · answered by YUSI 1 · 2 0

I had the same thing with my first son but the second I was fine because I knew what to do and was more comfortable with A new born and knew what to expect. I hope you don't have that this time good luck.

2006-08-13 16:28:53 · answer #6 · answered by honeygirland 3 · 2 0

I sure did all 3 times. The third child I was PREPARED. I took my meds all through the pregnancy. Prozac & Tegritol. Took them while I was breastfeeding also. I have been diagnosed with having BiPolar Disorder.

2006-08-13 15:45:27 · answer #7 · answered by jennifersuem 7 · 1 0

yes with my youngest everyone was telling me i was having a girl.
i had a little boy. i was a depress for having a other boy i think. I have three boys. don't worry you will get thou it.

2006-08-13 15:24:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

contact la leche leauge. they'll know about the meds, so will your obstetrician.

nursing is supposed to give you oxytocin, which should life your mood.

2006-08-13 15:23:18 · answer #9 · answered by t jefferson 3 · 1 0

Yes but it seems like she is like that anyway and she is single with my second bun in the oven.

2006-08-13 15:28:42 · answer #10 · answered by animalmother 4 · 1 2

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