Here I go again....

MarchBaby · 05-06-2007, 11:48 AM

Yesterday I had a stomach bug, which seemed to put a downward spin on my emotions and my weepiness has lasted into today.

I'm really struggling here. I have definitely come to the realization that I need help. I'm calling my Dr. first thing in the morning to see if I can get in to see him sooner than Wednesday (which is when I'm rescheduled from last week to go in). Unfortunately, we live in a small town where psychiatric help is limited.

My husband says he definitely sees there is a problem. We talked about it last night and he told me that I was very different this time than with our first born. He was concerned leaving me for his buisness travels. Not that I would harm the children, but that I'm just not "together." He also thought I was an "emotional train wreck." This has convinced me to get serious about this matter.

This is post partum depression (not adjustment, not stress) without a doubt in my mind.

I'll write again when I know more.

alliemac2 · 05-06-2007, 06:01 PM

I am sure that they will get you in first thing tomorrow. When I called the OB and said I had what I thought to be PPD they said come in immediately. Also, I was in a new town and had never seen this Dr. I think most Dr.'s take PPD seriously. I never wanted to hurt my children, but I was completely losing it. Big hugs to you and KNOW that you are not alone. It does get better, I promise. I didn't have it with my first born either.

Please keep us posted. Call in the morning and I bet they will see you

AnnetteG · 06-05-2007, 11:33 PM

How are you feeling? Did your doctor help?

MarchBaby · 06-06-2007, 06:13 AM

Thanks so much!

I did go to the Dr. after that weekend, and yes, it helped. He prescribed Zoloft and I began taking it immediately. They say it takes a week before you feel any effects, but I felt relief soon after my first dose. A weight was lifted off my shoulders. It took the edge off and I was not agitated anymore. It's been a few weeks now and I feel like my old self again. No more weepiness, no more breakdowns. I'm in a much better frame of mind for my family and I think my kids can see the difference,too. I used to think depression could be overcome by prayer and a positive outlook, but first hand experience has taught me differently.

FYI I spoke to a Psychiatrist friend of the family and she also told me that Fish Oil is a natural remedy that may improve PPD in some women. She said there are some articles published on studies of women with PPD that have low omega 3 fatty acids and that fish oil improves that. Just thought I'd share that tid bit.

Anyways, thanks for inquiring about me. It's so wonderful there's a place on these boards for one to turn to in time of need.

Tricia

05-06-2007, 11:48 AM	#1 (permalink)
MarchBaby 1000-4999 post queen of hearts Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,716	Here I go again.... Yesterday I had a stomach bug, which seemed to put a downward spin on my emotions and my weepiness has lasted into today. I'm really struggling here. I have definitely come to the realization that I need help. I'm calling my Dr. first thing in the morning to see if I can get in to see him sooner than Wednesday (which is when I'm rescheduled from last week to go in). Unfortunately, we live in a small town where psychiatric help is limited. My husband says he definitely sees there is a problem. We talked about it last night and he told me that I was very different this time than with our first born. He was concerned leaving me for his buisness travels. Not that I would harm the children, but that I'm just not "together." He also thought I was an "emotional train wreck." This has convinced me to get serious about this matter. This is post partum depression (not adjustment, not stress) without a doubt in my mind. I'll write again when I know more.

05-06-2007, 06:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
alliemac2 5000-9999 post king of hearts Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,111 Blog Entries: 58	I am sure that they will get you in first thing tomorrow. When I called the OB and said I had what I thought to be PPD they said come in immediately. Also, I was in a new town and had never seen this Dr. I think most Dr.'s take PPD seriously. I never wanted to hurt my children, but I was completely losing it. Big hugs to you and KNOW that you are not alone. It does get better, I promise. I didn't have it with my first born either. Please keep us posted. Call in the morning and I bet they will see you __________________ Allison Mac 5 years old Lawson 2 years old

06-05-2007, 11:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
AnnetteG 5000-9999 post king of hearts Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Big Sky Country Posts: 9,715 Blog Entries: 149	How are you feeling? Did your doctor help? __________________ Proud Mommy of &

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06-06-2007, 06:13 AM	#4 (permalink)
MarchBaby 1000-4999 post queen of hearts Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,716	Thanks so much! I did go to the Dr. after that weekend, and yes, it helped. He prescribed Zoloft and I began taking it immediately. They say it takes a week before you feel any effects, but I felt relief soon after my first dose. A weight was lifted off my shoulders. It took the edge off and I was not agitated anymore. It's been a few weeks now and I feel like my old self again. No more weepiness, no more breakdowns. I'm in a much better frame of mind for my family and I think my kids can see the difference,too. I used to think depression could be overcome by prayer and a positive outlook, but first hand experience has taught me differently. FYI I spoke to a Psychiatrist friend of the family and she also told me that Fish Oil is a natural remedy that may improve PPD in some women. She said there are some articles published on studies of women with PPD that have low omega 3 fatty acids and that fish oil improves that. Just thought I'd share that tid bit. Anyways, thanks for inquiring about me. It's so wonderful there's a place on these boards for one to turn to in time of need. Tricia