What can i do about dipression during pregnancy?

Question

I lost a child about a year ago, and im pregnant again. I cant stop crying. I feel so lost and i dont know what to do. If anyone has any suggestions id love to hear them

Thank you
Tracie

Answer 1

Well there are plenty of natural ways to help with it.

Sitting outside for awhile in the sunshine, listening to happy music, talking to a friend, etc. Just make a list of all the things that made you happy before you became depressed and try to do a few of those things every day. I had to deal with slight depression and that's what I did. Even though I still cried and felt bad, it helped alot. I'll keep you in my prayers. God bless and congrats on your new little one :-)

Answer 2

Hi Tracie, you will get through this time and will have a beautiful baby at the end. I also lost a child and got pregnant again within a year. This child will not make up for the child you lost (as some people tell you) but it is a new life. My depression was the feeling of loss about the other child and hidden feelings that I would lose the new child also. Once he was born and everything was ok, I was fine too. My grandmother called me during my pregnancy and told me to get ready, she was coming to get me. We went to a mall, had a snack and then she took me shopping for a hat. I am NOT a hat wearer but she insisted that buying a hat would make me feel better. We had so much fun trying on goofy hats together that I did buy a hat that day just to remember our fun. She is now 87 years old and my "baby" is 14 but I still have the hat and it still makes me laugh. Good luck, it can only get better.

Answer 3

Make sure you are eating right. Take your prenatal vitamins faithfully every day. Also, make sure you are getting plenty of rest.

Call on family and friends for support. Let them know exactly how you feel. Have a few trusted contacts you can call whenever you're feeling down -- maybe just to say hi. Sometimes just talking -- not necessarily about being depressed, just talking to anybody about anything -- can help.

See if you can find a few new mothers or pregnant women who have recently been through similar difficulties. It can help immensely to know you're not alone.

Talk to your doctor, and tell him/her exactly what kind of problems you are having with depression. Ask him/her for specific recommendations. Don't let them dismiss your concerns with "this is normal" or "you'll be fine". Ask for specific solutions.

Try to get out of the house at least once a day, for a walk, to the store -- doesn't matter what or where; just don't sit alone in the house too much. Force yourself to get out and interact with others or enjoy the outdoors. It may seem really hard at first, but after awhile, you'll look forward to outings.

Good luck to you, dear.

Answer 4

Depression is a medical condition. It's when the serotonin
levels become abnormal. Make an appointment with your
Doctor or OB. They can refer you to a specialist. There are some
"safe" drugs to take during your pregnancy.

Sitting in the sun or listening to music will just mask the symptoms if they help at all. You will have to be closely watched
for postpartum as well once the baby is born.

Good luck.

Answer 5

I suggest you call your obgyn and let her know so that she can reffer you to a counselor who specializes in depression during pregnancy. If it is pretty severe, you might end up getting a prescription. It might get worse or better after the baby is born.. It's better to control it now that you are pregnant and not after birth. IT WILL be more difficult to do it after your little one is born. Loosing a child is difficult to overcome but just think that god has given you another baby to care for and love.

Answer 6

Think real hard about the beautiful little boy or girl that will be coming your way. It is not something that is going to go away. UNFORTUNATELY! I am real sorry for your loss. I have been there. I also have 3 wonderful boys who keep my life alive. While I was pregnant I cried around the clock...I tried to read allot...I think the best way to stop crying is to keep your head busy with other things. Talk to your baby...Sing to your baby...I hope it gets easier for you...Hang in there. It is so worth all the tears!

Answer 7

It is going to be different for every woman but the best thing to do is to talk with your doctor. He will know how your pregnancy is progressing and will be the best person to give you advice. Good luck to you.

Answer 8

First of all, you need to speak with your OB/GYN about this. Don't wait...do it now.
Secondly, you should try to focus on this pregnancy and put the past to rest as best you can. That is easier said than done...I know...but it's important for your babys health that you take care of your emotional needs.

Answer 9

I would seek counseling. You need someone to help you through this time and an objective person is really the best one to talk to. Free counseling is available through your local social services department. Please don't hesitate, it's no longer only you to think about.

Answer 10

It is going to be okay. If you can, please go to a church near you. It doesn't matter what religion you are. Go and pray a little bit. Please know you are a good person and God loves you. It seems endless, I know. But you will see, the light will shine on you.
Be strong. Love your self. All will be well.