Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

morningsky12 Posted: Apr 29, 2003 01:58 PM

Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

We will be TTC within the next 6 months. Within the next 6 weeks, I will complete my final weaning off of 2 medications I've been on for the past couple of years for manic depression. I'm feeling great so far, which is of course a huge plus.

Have any of you had a similar experience? While I'm looking forward to the 9 month journey of pregnancy and a lifetime of motherhood, the question remains whether I will remain as strong as I have been for the past 2 years while on medication.

Anyway, would love to hear from you what your thoughts are . thanks for listening

NIHA Posted: Apr 29, 2003 02:02 PM

Re: Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

Have you asked your Dr about this? As far as I know, Paxil and Zoloft are safe during pregnancy. I'm not sure if they work for MD, or just general anxiety and/or depression. I'm sure that if you communicate with your Dr you'll find a way! Good luck TTC.

michele31 Posted: Apr 29, 2003 02:53 PM

Re: Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

I do not have personal experience with this but as long as you are under a doctor's supervision and very carefully monitored you should be okay. Good Luck!!

morningsky12 Posted: Apr 29, 2003 03:35 PM

Re: Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

I have spoken to my doc about it, and I'm going to follow his lead that I should be fine throughout the 9 months and, if need be, there are medication options. I guess I was wondering if anyone could relate, thuogh .. sometimes its comforting to hear other peoples takes on things and experiences.

Thanks

michele31 Posted: Apr 29, 2003 04:42 PM

Re: Depression & Pregnancy...some q's

If you try epregnancy.com or one of the pregnancy only sites I bet you will find hundreds of women in your exact situation. I find those sites great for stuff like that.