Help me decide...

[hulababe]

Just wondering whether to go back on zoloft or not....

I am around 12 weeks pregnant....and at the time I conceived I reckon I was taking around 200mg of zoloft a day....by the time I realised I was pregnant I had dropped back to 150mg a day....when the pregnancy was confirmed the doctor advised me to come off all together...so I did....

I hasnt been much fun since....

The OB said I can go back on them if I really had to...but did not give me a script...

The problem is at what point is "I really have to..."...I mean we are survivng (I have 3 children) but its not a nice house to be living in.....I lose it at the drop of a hat and my kids are only little...they dont understand...

I am so tired, I could just sleep all day, I havent done any major housework for weeks....the house is disgusting.....and my kids just look at me with sad eyes...

I might go to the GP and see if 50 mg a day is going to be an improvement....

[Lisa]

Hey babe.

At the end of the day, or the start even, nobody, not even a Dr can make a decison for you. You NEED to do that. We and Dr's can help you make an informed decision but you need to weiight up the pro's and con's.

A freind of mine recently gave birth. Her pregnancy was terrible. She had the option to start zoloft, She couldnt make her mind up, kept trying other things. Lots of structure in her day, made to do lists, wrote everything on it, even showering so she felt like things were in her control when she crossed it off the list. She got to 4 weeks from having the baby and knew she could make it. Onle difference is, it was clear once she had given birth she would be fine again, and she was, so she knew she would not be making a decision about zoloft and breast feeding.

God knows what Im saying. I guess im looking at the bigger window. Are there other methods you can put in place? A nanny, childcare, house cleaner etc?

I am thinking of you. I only know too well what the darkenss of depression feels like.

[Azure]

Perinatal Depression is the pits!! Lisa raised some valid points actually and I would say try these before going back on the medication,as it appears that you are not at peace with been on Zoloft.

But,if you feel you need the meds please go to your GP and ask for it.

I also wondering if counselling would help? My GP always offers counselling to pregnant women first and I found it helped me. Is there any other alternatives to zoloft for you?

[hulababe]

Thanks for the replies...

I will have another go at hanging out a bit longer....

I have found a counselor in the next town that i liked...but i think i was a bit slow getting paperwork back to her or they went to the wrong person, or she is on holidays or something because she hasnt gotten back to me....i have lost her card...and the number for the call centre...

its not like its hard to get the call centre number...it just having to explain your story over again...to some one who may...or may not be interested in helping you...

better pick my arse up off the ground and give it a try tho....

thanks again...

[Lisa]

Keep talking to us here. Feel free to PM me at any stage.

[hulababe]

Sometimes you just forget to do simple things....like open the curtains to let the sunlight in......with the heat wave my house had beed dark for over a week....

Tried the counsellor yesty....busy with no call back.....you get that...you never know they might ring today...

We have a thing in this town called "family friend"...they are women that come to you one day a week to give a hand.....not house work or anything...but they might take your child for a walk or something.....I am going to book one in for next year....

children are behaving ...thats a bonus...

thanks for the ears...

[Lisa]

I know its sounds silly but sunlight and fresh air is one of the BESt things for us. I too forgot about the sunlight last week with the blinds closed to keep the heat out! They have been wide open for 3 days now and I love it. Will have to close them up again today as the sun hits us.

Also, why dont you pack a little picnic today and head to the park for a couple of hours. Put some books in for the kids, crayons and paper, take a blanket and roll around on the grass like a child! You will love it!

Sounds like a good idea booking that helper for next year.

Also call the counsellor again, dont wait for them.

xox

[twistedsista]

a happy mummy= happy families.

Take the time to make sure you are ok and you are happy. If you feel like you need to be on meds then its better you go on them and stay on them rather than risking going further into depression. Its especially important now that you are pregnant and with a new baby it can be even more stressful.

take care babe and vent here anytime

[hulababe]

awake...awake...awake...awake...grrrr.....

I agree ts and that is the advice that I would give someone...

I cant believe the doubt in my decisions in this pregnancy..the OB nearly had me convinced I needed a 12 week scan & testing.....something that I dont..

I have been on zoloft before when pregnant....how ever not this early....and I got through the last pregnancy with out them at all.

Lisa...thanks for your practical advice too....the funny thing was the other day...i had been out doing stuff up the street and had stopped and treated my self to breakfast and my favorite cafe ......it was nice... then i came home and read your post about treating myself....

For me one of the hardest things to deal with is not being able to be organised...I ofrget appontments...what I am supposed to be doing....luckily the kids play up when you forget to feed them..LOL...

Yesterday was good...the day before was really bad....

Its 4.30 now...do i get up and do stuff or lie back down and risk sleeping in til 7....

have fun

[Twilighted]

Sleep

Insomnia + Depression = Living hell.