depression symptoms pregnancy

I've always had problems with depression, since as far back as I can remember. As much as rest and relaxing is important, my doctor tells me to keep busy. Even if I'm just writing or I doodle. Lol. I know its much harder with a child around. But maybe try and do stuff that would involve them. There's always the therapy option, I used to be to proud for it but its nice to be able to talk to someone that honestly doesn't care or retain it. I go there to complain.

I have had those symptoms before, your body craves what it wants during pregnancy. I'm sure you will be fine but the tiredness is from being pregnant. I could sleep for hours and wake up and go back to sleep so no worries there. You def need a car for emergencies and find you a salty tasting fruit they are out there just google it.

Pregnancy is tough with all the symptoms that come with it to begin with so with your new diagnoses added to it didn't make it any better. but whenever you feel discouraged or depressed just try to focus on the end result....your new baby boy or girl. It will be ok.

If ur always sad or moody. Dont want to do regular activities you once enjoyed, having bad thoughts of harming utself or others, theres different symptoms for everyone. If u have a concern u should see ur doc promptly.

I have been told many times that Wellbutrin is okay to take during pregnancy. However, Xanax is not okay. I also suffer from depression and anxiety so I know how tough it can be. In regards to your symptoms, they sound like pretty common pregnancy hormone related issues. I hated my husband when I was pregnant. For no reason at all. I cried all the time. I was sick to my stomach. The baby was fine; I was fine. Hang in there for a little longer sweetie.

I think I have depression since the pregnancy, can anyone who's suffered/suffering tell me their symptoms? I don't want to be depressed but I just feel like I'm sinking slowly and my poor baby I don't want her to suffer with me..

I am 7 weeks pregnant and the only symptoms I have is that I feel like a house already and my breast are soar sometimes. This is my second child 9-27-04 was my first boy and I was sick from day one,hives,pregnancy mask and depression until the day I had him. I'm kinda Nervous that I don't feel much. Normal?

m now wondering if perhaps my symptoms are due to depression or are perhaps exacerbated because of depression. My question is can depression be a purely physical disease? In other words, can one have depression without feeling 'sad' emotionally? I've always been a happy, optimistic person. I have no other major stressors in my life, aside from my present illness. I'm a 30 y/o male with no history of any serious illness. I'm in good shape and have a good social life.

I have depression, anxiety problems and ptsd all in one, I haven't had any symptoms with my pregnancy and this is my 3rd pregnancy. I'm married and the only support I have is my husband and that is one of the main factors of my depression. I have insurance and they cover all but $20.

i dnt feel myself do u think i av pregnancy depression 1in 4 women get it. i dont even like my partner touching me so no sex not even a cuddle i do feel frumpy.

I am 27 weeks n I'm going threw pregnancy depression I have never really been depressed in my life.. I've been looking it up but I have been feeling better today than most days so I hope it's over..

I never dealt with it personally, but I know a lot of women who have and it can be devastating. I wish more doctors would start discussing the signs and symptoms early in pregnancy so that women know what to look for.

Yes there are potential concerns such as post partum depression and also the general concerns of the symptoms of what medication is not treating returning in genera when medication is not taken. Also pregnancy can temporarily worsen symptoms of bipolar. However all of this should be discussed with a doctor such as an OB-GYN.

Well there are several types of depression, major depression, chronic depression, bipolar manic depression as examples. Symptoms of depression can include an extreme feeling of sadness, sometimes you can’t sleep or you sleep too much, you cant concentrate, you feel hopeless, you have negative thoughts that you cant control no matter how much you try! you can lose your appetite or sometimes you even gain appetite. You can be easily irritated.

And I have been on the generic form of lexapro for anxiety and depression. My doctor made me get off of it 2 years ago with my last pregnancy and now i know once I tell him I am pregnant again it'll be the same response from him that I need to get off of my pill. Even though I will be a mesa without it. Any ladies on here on lexapro /escitalopram and pregnant?

thank you ladies. i know that depression untreated can cause it's owe affects on a pregnancy, so i feel like i'm darned if i do, darned if i don't when it comes to whether or not i should take meds.

Restlessness, hypertonia, jitteriness, irritability and poor feeding occurred in a neonate after maternal use of venlafaxine for depression during pregnancy. The diagnosis was confirmed by a temporary improvement after administration of a low dose (1 mg) of venlafaxine to the boy. The symptoms ceased after 8 days. Best is let your OB know before you get pregnant and get their input on this.

Tiredness, problems sleeping, stronger emotional reactions, and changes in body weight may occur during pregnancy and after pregnancy and these are also symptoms of depression. For a lot of women, joyfully anticipated pregnancy and motherhood bring depression as an unexpected accompaniment. Depression is not only risky for mothers but for their children as well.

Losing interest in doing things, lethargy and lack of appetite are all classic symptoms of depression. I recommend that you talk to your doctor about this. I can tell you to just get up and do something but I know that is so hard if you are really depressed. Hormones in pregnancy can cause some women to be depressed. So, talk to your doctor. If you can exercise, it really does help. It releases a happy hormone in the brain that fights stress.

The symptoms of numbness and tingling and skin sensations are symptoms of anxiety and depression. If you suffer from anxiety and depression, you are sure to experience these symptoms. So these symptoms are related to anxiety and depression and not childbirth as such. You are likely to experience the symptoms if you have anxiety and depression without childbirth also. Please keep yourself free from stress and be happy with the baby. Please consult a psychotherapist for help.

Ladies please do not give up hope. PCOS can cause depression if you let the symptoms get to you. Only you can change this around and not to give up!

I should be more relaxed and enjoy this pregnancy. Also, this pregnancy was unplanned. I did use protection (condom). And I start my first year of Uni in 4/5 months. I also need to let my Uni know. It's very untimely. Kinda unsure of the support I'd get.

Depression during pregnancy is common. Women who have suffered from depression before their pregnancy are more likely to see it again during their pregnancy. Depression, and or anxiety can be due to a number things. One is the obvious. Hormones. Your body is going threw a lot of changes. It's easy to feel overwhelmed. It's important to bring this up with your doctor. Depression can cause problems for you, and your little one. You want to get help as soon as possible.

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