Is anyone taking depression medicine ?

[Nikkilynn34]

I have a history of depression but I have not taken any meds. for at least 2 yrs and was ok , but with this pregnancy I feel a lot more stressed and depressed. The dr. told me I can take depression medicine but im just not sure. I've been reading the side effects and its kind of scarey IDK if I should take it or just wait til April when the baby comes. I used to be able to just fight through the low points of depression but its just becoming harder and seems to be more frequent. I take all my vitamins and go to the dr. so its not effecting my ability to take care of the baby growing inside. Its just harder at work and completing tasks at home like laundry and dishes etc. And I feel like I yell a lot more and I know that isnt good for anybody.  Is anyone else having this issue or has been taking depression medicine ?

[AngelaAdams]

I was diagnosed with big polar and manic depressive back in 2005 while pregnant with my daughter. My doctor prescribed me with Zoloft. I was too afraid to take ANYTHING while pregnant. So I never did. I just toughed it out as best I could. I later discovered Zoloft can actually cause deformities and cleft palate, cleft lip, ect. Im SO glad I decided against taking it. Many people filed law suits against the company because their babies were born with defects. Im not saying its a guarantee, but id look at all your options. At the end of the day, its your decision. And I know not e everyone can do it alley on their own. Some people have to take medication. You have to see if the benefits out weigh the risks. For example, you could possibly miscarry from all the stress depression brings. Just be sure and really think it thru. I know its hard! Good luck!

[PietaE]

I'm taking medication. My doctor assured me it would be fine. Not sure how I would function without it!

[Tiffyscott32]

I took a zoloft yesterday and got the worst headache of my life. I miss my paxil was the only thing that worked. I have an appointment with a counselor this week. Gonna try to do the next 6 months natural. Just keep swimming right?!

[dkaebisch]

For me, I tried to cope with my severe anxiety, but I could not function.  My psychiatrist felt the risk of no medicine was worse than taking medicine.  I am on Lexapro, which is a class C just like Zoloft, but Zoloft did not work for me.  Lexapro helped a lot, but not enough so I am on a very very low dose of clonazepam and it made a huge difference.  I also go to therapy once a week which helps.  For me, I had to take the medicine even though I didn't want to.  Don't feel bad if you have to take something.  

[MrsJokoty]

I've never been depressed until now. Apparently my depression is causing my physical ailments, I.E: stomach cramps, migraines, light in my eyesight, irregular heart rhythm, etc. They say it's stress and anxiety and want to put me on anti-depression and anxiety meds. I think they're full of it. But I have been angry, exhausted beyond belief and overly sensitive. I also had a slight panic attack couple weeks ago. I drive special needs children, I gotta be 100% ok, so if it's meds that'll do it, meds I will take.

[Nikkilynn34]

Thanks everyone.... im gonna try and hold off and try othe techniques like listening to music at work when I get stressed bc it seems to help. And just taking some me time when i feel to overwhelmed .....And I guess the laundry and stuff will eventually get done ......it always seems like so much to do in such little time !!!

[Wolfgirl88]

I am on Zoloft and was also worried but my ob assured me that the benefits more than out weigh the risks

[Tiffyscott32]

I had to start meds for anxiety today my OB put me on Zoloft took my first pill this morning. I was on Paxil but I can't take that because it's a class D I went off when I found out I was pregnant a month ago. My anxiety is back and kicking my butt I haven't been able to even sleep an hour and needed to do something.....if I was feeling the way I was feeling it really can not be good for my baby. I need to sleep also. I don't know what to do!  I have a call into my OB. I am soooooooooo ready to feel normal.

[danika0913]

I have bipolar disorder and i don't take medication. I quit 5yrs ago but have been on them twice since then for horrible cycles that i couldn't pull myself out of. Usually i can get myself out of them without medication and just therapy. Since becoming pregnant Im having a hard time. Irritated all the time and usually just stay in my room so i don't get into it with my hubby. Luckily my hubby is a huge help and has been doing so much for our son so i don't stress out and freak out. I have my good days and bad days. My first pregnancy i handled the hormonal changes better than i am now.
I personally won't go on medication pregnant unless i was a threat to myself or others around me. I don't want to risk my unborn babies health or development.
Good luck!! You can get through this!! :)