Depression

[daytsmom]

I just found out I’m 5 week pregnant this week. The past couple days it’s becoming a reality and I feel like hormones are trying to depress me and I’m starting to feel saddened by this pregnancy. My first pregnancy i was depressed and came down with GAD. I’m wondering if anyone has went on a SSRI while pregnant to minimize depression and anxiety.

[Becca21]

I'm still trying for a child and have all the symptoms of depression including anxiety, insanity as well as sudden erratic outbursts. But the depression medication isn't a great thing both when you're trying for a baby or pregnant with one. SSRIs are also infamous for two most severe things - insomnia and a heightened sense of depression for about a week or two before it's onset of action. In either case, it doesn't sound very comforting a scenario when pregnant. Though it's rare but birth defects are also associated with the anti-depressants. I'll suggest you refrain from it and try control your depression naturally instead. When not feeling happy do what makes you happy, meditate to have better control on anxiety, exercise (pregnancy caution is needed though) it increases endorphins and helps keep you happy. Hope you find a way to deal with the situation without the SSRIs. God Bless you!

[snoozebutton11]

I would definitely speak to your dr about it. I am taking 100mg of Zoloft because my depression is so bad that it outweighs the risks. Good luck