depression?

[tigerlily0913]

I haven't posted in a while but most of you know this pregnancy has not been the easiest. Getting pregnant with an IUD, going to college full time, raising our 1 year old, gall bladder issues and hubby working full-time I'm starting to feel overwhelmed. Some days I feel great but most days I feel tired and just want to cry all day. I didn't experience this my last pregnancy and I'm now 24 weeks. Is this something I should mention to my doctor or is it just a phase?

[tigerlily0913]

Thanks for the feedback, I think I'll bring it up at my next appointment this Thursday. I just wasn't sure if I was being a whiner and it is just hormones. For me it's difficult to talk about my emotions and with only having my husbands family (mine lives across the country in a different state) I get home sick.

[Factorymomma]

I also am overwhelmed, not nearly as much as you though! when I was about 10 weeks my emotions started going haywire. I thought, eh it's hormones.  Then I started having bad thoughts.  Not quite suicide, but close.  I cried all the time and just didn't want to be anymore.  I wouldn't eat, or shower, or anything.  I couldn't sleep,  but all I wanted to do is be alone.  I finally called my ob and broke down and told him.  He had me go to the local er and get evaluated.  I had never been depressed either.  some mild anxiety, but that was very rare.  I was put in an antidepressant (i was very reluctant).  But now I'm so happy I did.  You might have a different issue, but if you get where I was call your ob, get help, sometimes it's more than just hormones.

[buggie216]

I would talk to your drs if your concerned...im pregnant w/my second also and feel over whelmed a lot too...but there is a fine line i think btwn that and depression...there is no shame in askibg for help and talking to your drs...this may mean your at higher risk for ppd...and your drs can help :)

[steph_ut]

I am sorry you have so much on your plate. I would mention it to your doctor since the second trimester is supposed to be the good part! I'm sorry I don't have knowledge to share but I'm here to listen if it helps (as are many others).

[tigerlily0913]

I've never had a history of depression and I've also had trouble sleeping. Doctor noticed I was tired and gave me a list of safe sleep aids and teas.