I gave birth to my son about 2 weeks ago and I've been more and more depressed every day. I don't know what's wroung with me, I've suffered with depression all my life but never to this point, i just lay in bed and cry for hours. My dr told me it will pass but I don't know how much longer I can feel this way. any advise?
2007-01-12 13:57:49 · 14 answers · asked by babygirl7995 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
get a new doctor and push for treatment for post partum depression, it is not to be taken lightly. Please get some new medical advice.
2007-01-12 14:01:12 · answer #1 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to find another mother to talk to, maybe somebody who is going through the same things as you. Or just call people to talk to them, have adult interaction. Most people who have babies, get depressed and frustrated because everything is baby baby baby...when people visit, it is to hold the baby. you wake up to the baby, you have to plan around the baby. My advice would be to find things to do that don't involve the baby (go out some night, and get a babysitter), or find a friend to talk to.... It will pass. As the baby starts to chatter, and laugh, and smile...it will get better. It will remind you what a wonderful gift a child is. If you start to have impulses to hurt yourself or the child...please go the hospital.
Also, as the postpartum bleeding and pain, and everything else stops...that helps the depression a lot. I know I didn't want to get out of bed when I leaked out of my boobs and my privates! Another thing is, get up at a decent hour, go take a shower, put on some makeup and clean clothes. Start your day right...and then go get the baby. Makes you less tired that way!
2007-01-12 22:03:44 · answer #2 · answered by mcollum83 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I had my daughter i cried a lot and i never held her. I would hold her when i fed her and I love her but I just didnt want to hold her a lot. I felt distant from her. Happiness will come to u! But u really should get meds esp if u were depressed b4 u even got pregnant. It also helps to get help from people when u can. If the baby is cryin to much just breathe, leave the room, first make sure everything is ok with the baby (no temp, fed, burped, etc) but a baby has never died from just crying. Idk exactly what is wrong with u like if the baby crying bothers you but im just givin advice that i can that helped me! get out in the sun, the sun has endorphins that make u happy! dont stay cooped up, itll get worse! good luck and congrats on the baby!
2007-01-12 22:13:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-16 02:31:34 · answer #4 · answered by The Notorious Doctor Zoom Zoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a doctor who wants to take the time to help you because whilst it could just be baby blues like the doctor seems to think, it is more likely to be post natal depression which needs to be taken seriously.
I'm so sorry that you are feeling low...it does get better but you may need a little help in order to see that it is getting better.
Go see another doctor, and don't leave until they know how bad you are feeling.
2007-01-12 22:16:03 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Girl your doctor is right. So listen to him or her. Look almost every pergnant women who has a child goes through depression. This is because your life is about to change in a huge way. It doesnt matter if this is your first child or your fifth child almost all women suffer. Also for meds is kinda bad because it can make you depressed even longer. Make the dad help out that is what you need. You need to tell him to get off his butt and help you. Make breakfast in bed. Or have him make you a warm bath. If he starts treating you more better you will get better faster. Trust me you need to be babied to so tell him. It works trust me, I tell my patients and they never complain. So Good luck
2007-01-12 22:12:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wellbutrin can help with post partum depression and it is safe if you are breastfeeding. Your hormones are all wacked right now and your body is trying to cope. Get another doctor if your current doctor won't help. Good luck and remember you're not alone. Millions of other women worldwide are feeling the same thing as you are. Just get help now before you really sink into deep depression.
2007-01-12 22:10:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor again and tell him that Post Partum Depression is a very real thing and that you don't feel you have a good handle on it. If he refuses to help you out, go to another doctor. Most male doctor's haven't a clue and need to be slapped. It will pass eventually but it's hard to deal with while you're enduring it.
2007-01-12 22:05:17 · answer #8 · answered by Gig 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would see a different doctor you may needs some anti depressents, I had alot of trouble after I had my third baby (I have battled depression for more than 10 years) I felt out of control and just had the blahs, my doctor gave me a perscription for Zolof and in about 2 weeks I was feeling more like myself. I would definatly seek help though.
2007-01-12 22:02:38 · answer #9 · answered by Jody 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Feeling this way after giving birth is normal
due to the fact that you feel something has been taken away from you
but in any case you should ask for another doctor's opinion
2007-01-12 22:07:04 · answer #10 · answered by Reaperbab 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don`t panic my dear! What you are going through is called "Baby Blues". You can visit this website, where I am sure you'll find plenty of information about it. It shall pass, don't panic. This is because after having a baby, we don't feel comfortable with our bodies, we feel extremely tired, overwhelmed, we are continuously feeling the pressure of other people, telling us what to do and what not to do. Take it easy, enjoy your baby!
2007-01-12 22:07:03 · answer #11 · answered by Nicky71 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋