I am scared!!!?

Question

I am pretty sure i have postpartum deprssion. I am going to the doctor tomorrow moring. I am scared she is going to take my baby away or put me in a mental hospital. I don't feel i am a harm to myself or my baby. Anyone have any advice on what they think will happen. Or anyone who went through postpartum depression???

Thanks for all your answers. I feel a lot better now. I will let you know how it goes! Thanks.

Answer 1

i went through it, but it lead to severe anxiety for me, which didnt help, they wont take anyone from you, millions of women have it, just remember it will pass, and you were given the greatest gift in the world, They may give you drugs like zoloft or whatever, which i dont reccomend unless its severe, but most women are depressed because of the extreme life style changed you make after having a child. but i understand, its like your so sad and unhappy and feel crazy that you shouldnt be this way because it should be the greatest time in your life. Just say to yourelf "this to shall pass" make sure you have lots of friends or family help also to ease the transition. and give you a break lol.

Answer 2

Don't go into the office and tell your doctor that you are pretty sure you have postpartum depression. You should not make a diagnoses like that. Just tell her how you feel and let her make the diagnosis. I have heard of this postpartum depression before and I am sure there is medication for you. There is no reason to take your baby away and they won't put you in a mental hospital either. Don't get all worked up over this and relax. Enjoy your little precious baby and have happy thoughts. Who knows, you might feel a lot different tomorrow.

Answer 3

They won't take your baby away, don't worry! Postpartum depression is very common. My mom was diagnosed with postpartum depression after she had my little brother, and she went on an antidepressant for a few months and eventually she outgrew it and was able to come off of the medicine. Having a baby takes a lot out of you, so it's normal to feel a little confused and depressed. I wouldn't worry and goodluck!

Answer 4

I have never been thru postpartum depression before but I am sure the doctor will be able to help you. So try and don't be afraid I will say a prayerfor you and your baby. God bless you and the baby. Hope everything turns out ok. Let us know what happens..

Answer 5

I didn't personally go through it myself but had a very good friend that did. You are doing the right thing by going to the doctor,they are not going to take your child unless you have already harmed the baby.They are going to determine what kind of medication would work for you and they are going to treat your postpartum depression. Hang in there! The first step is admitting the problem and you have already done that so keep plugging away. I will be rooting for you!

Answer 6

Hai u r perfectly OK. from the first letter as well as from the second one. How can u be so sure when u are writing such good letters. Do not imagine. u will become a laughing stock to doctor. People with postpartum will be moody, feel like crying, sometimes go to some unwanted extent. I only feel that u are tired and need some relaxation after strenuous labour. Relax.

Answer 7

She can't take the baby away from you. Your fears are part of the illness. Let go of the paranoia, and do the best you can. If you are hospitalized, a family member or trusted friend can take care of the child for you, just like if you had your appendix out. The dr will try to treat your disorder with medication and therapy.
I don't have post partum, but as a sufferer of Bipolar Disorder, my drs were very much concerned about the likelihood. You will be well again, and your baby won't remember it...

Answer 8

The only answer i know of is the fact that if you are not a harm to yourself, or too others she cannot take you baby away. I do not know your history, but apparently your doctor does. You say, quote " I don't feel like I am a harm to myself or my baby".
The real question is why does the Doctor think you might be a harm to yourself, and your child?

Answer 9

Yes I did. I have 4 wonderful daughters, 9,11,16,and18 and with each one it got worse. I don't know what the cause is, but I do know with me I was just so excited to have the baby, but when that time came and I was home from the hospital it was like something was missing. I had my baby and I spent time with her but still something was missing. It was the baby being inside of me I felt empty.My Dr. called it baby blues. You sound like you have it real bad. They won't take your baby away from you they will make sure that you have alot of help and support at home and probably put you on a anti depressant
The best of luck to you from one mom to another.

Answer 10

Cute baby Ü Don't worry. Doctors won't put you in a mental hospital or take your baby away. That's good that your going to the doctor, because most women don't. I didn't for my baby blues, My poor husband suffered thru it though! Most likely they'll ask alot of questions to determine if that's what you have, and proscribe (paxil?) medication for you, which I've heard it works wonders. Baby blues lasted me a year and half, But it wasn't serious. Most of it was my own insecurity