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How can you tell depression
Hey Ladies I was just wondeirng How can you tell depression from just plain hormones?and what are the symptoms of depression? Thank you
I'm glad you're going to talk to someone about this. It's important for you to be happy :) Let me know how you're doing :) Drop me a note anytime :)
no i dont talk to anyone much Just my ladies on Medhelp. which are the best people i probaly talked to in a very long time.. really hubby dont want to ttc until maybe next year or soo. b,c there are some issues going on right now including his family and things soo i guess that got me bumbed out b.c i was so looking forward to being PG soon again. but not now. i have been eating too much or very little depends i guess and sleepy alot more the past month.. Thanx ladies.! i will let you know how things go...
My dh is back in therapy for his depression and on meds again. He is very moody at times and sleepy or restless. He either eats alot or wants nothing. He is very clingy or distant. With my husband's depression there is no middle ground it's either a or b but that is part of his military training also. I hope this helps alittle bit. Do you talk to anyone? Your depression may become magnified when becoming pg and I know alot of dr's including mine who will not prescribe any type of depression meds or anxiety meds unless it's a real emergency. Just food for thought! Best wishes to you and I hope you feel better soon!
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Perfect. Please let us know how it goes. Don't worry dear, soon your DH will be just as appealing as he's been in the past.
thanx ladies yes i am going to talk to my obgyn about this im feeling b.c i dont like it at all.. and i want to TTC soon but i dont want my hubby to touch me or to even have sex sry tmi.. but i will call the doc. and see what she thinks?
I know how it feels to be depressed. I didn't have a lot of time to talk about it before, but you know that I'm here if you ever need to talk. My depression started again after the m/c. I had postpartum depression after DD was born. It got to the point where I thought DH was going to leave. Luckily, he doesn't give up easily (he's a Taurus-stubborn bull!) and we got through it together. I feel myself slipping back into it these days and it doesn't feel good. I think I'm going to talk to someone. DH and I had a huge discussion the other night and that helped clear some things up, which helped me a lot.
I agree with bam about the food poisoning or flu...I could barely hold it together at my co-workers shower. It's so hard to gush at someone else when you've just lost your baby. I am so sorry you're faced with this right now. Let me know if you need anything. I'm here :) Erica
I agree with bam about the food poisoning or flu...I could barely hold it together at my co-workers shower. It's so hard to gush at someone else when you've just lost your baby. I am so sorry you're faced with this right now. Let me know if you need anything. I'm here :) Erica
Well, if you just don't feel as if you can go, there is probably nothing wrong with coming down with the "flu" or "food poisoning".
I've been on and off meds for depression and anxiety for 10 years now. Especially after Katrina, my father-in-law passing away in my hands and when I had that baby die and couldn't save her I really had a meltdown. I haven't been on any for a long time but would if I had to be. It really makes such a big difference when if you need them. As for the whole baby shower...my very close friends shower was 6 weeks after my m/c, I ended up telling her that I was sick and didn't want to get her sick too. I exagerated the truth which I had to do because at the last moment I realized that I just wouldn't make it through that. Don't go if you think it is going to be too hard for you. I'm sure people will understand.
im crying just reading ur post... i hope i get something else coming up. but ts on a Sunday adn not much here to do Sundays but im going to have to find something...just not sure what yet.
Just hang in there and if need be, talk to your dr. There is nothing wrong with going on meds short term if it will help you feel better!
I know how it feels to dread a baby shower. My pg co-worker's is coming up shortly. She is one week ahead of where I should have been, so it is a constant reminder of my loss. Besides the fact that it was supposed to be a double shower for both of us. I too am trying to find a way of getting out of it (I pray it's on a school night). I had to go to a baby shower shortly after my m/c, and if it weren't for the glass of wine in my hand, i would have burst into tears. I did in fact as soon as I got in my car. You are not alone.
I know how it feels to dread a baby shower. My pg co-worker's is coming up shortly. She is one week ahead of where I should have been, so it is a constant reminder of my loss. Besides the fact that it was supposed to be a double shower for both of us. I too am trying to find a way of getting out of it (I pray it's on a school night). I had to go to a baby shower shortly after my m/c, and if it weren't for the glass of wine in my hand, i would have burst into tears. I did in fact as soon as I got in my car. You are not alone.
I noticed the depression I may have but im just kinda scared maybe to go see a doc. the last 2 weeks ive been upset for no reason i thik that everyone is talking about me i get kinda scared for no good reason . i cry when i am sitting there maybe on the computer or even reading a book. and believe it or not No intrest in SEX now thats a dead give away.. I`d be the first one to always jump into bed first with hubby. but these 2 weeks I dont even want him touching me i try to scoot far away from him as possible but not to where im goonna fall of teh bed, you know. so Im just confused.. and yea AF hasnt helped me much. like with my DD I love her to death but when she cries i get mad and just ignore her and thats not me i never done that to hear. and I dont like the fact I am ignoreing her as much I try not to but it just happens and my sis-in-law is PG and her Baby shower is Feb.15. and I have to be there Im trying to find a reason not to go. but i know im gonna have to go b.c its my sis-in-law. but i dont know. i think im going insane :*0(
Much like Steph said, usually when it turns to depression it lasts for two weeks or longer. Depression can effect your ability to conduct normal activites - i.e. can't get out of bed, can't eat, eating too much. The other sign is that if you no longer enjoy things, that you usually do.
It's certainly normal to feel blue or sad and cry and be emotional after a m/c. This is a loss that we have suffered, not to mention the hormones leaving your body. But if you find that you are no longer able to lead a normal life and conduct your normal routine, then you may want to talk to your dr.
It is no secret that I have suffered from depression (and anxiety) for a very long time, so if you ever need someone to talk to, I am here.
It's certainly normal to feel blue or sad and cry and be emotional after a m/c. This is a loss that we have suffered, not to mention the hormones leaving your body. But if you find that you are no longer able to lead a normal life and conduct your normal routine, then you may want to talk to your dr.
It is no secret that I have suffered from depression (and anxiety) for a very long time, so if you ever need someone to talk to, I am here.
I know I went through a stage of several weeks where I was really depressed. That is when I came back to this site for the first time since the day after my m/c. I didn't even notice until my mom said something. I wouldn't leave the house and then when I did have to bring my son to the dr. and get my daughters hair cut...the nurse was big and pregnant and at the salon they called a girl out of the back to cut Victorias hair who was a glowing 8 months pregnant. I thought I was going to die. I didn't eat anything unless someone MADE me for 2 weeks. I lost too much weight and just looked awful. Then I made up my mind to ttc again and I guess that gave me something to look forward too. I'm sure that this whole AF thing hasn't helped much, but hopefully you'll be on track soon and we'll be belly buddies :D You know I'm always here if you want to talk or just vent. *HUGS*
Thank you so much it helps to know more about this kind of thing. as I am thinking I may have this and Im scared of it i guess...
I hope this helps. If you ever need to talk, you know where I am :)
"Can Women Suffer from Postpartum Depression After Miscarriage?
Published: October 19, 2006
After the birth of a child, it is common for women to experience some type of mood disturbance. Typically, it is relatively mild (postpartum blues). However, about 10-15% of women experience a more severe and disabling illness, postpartum depression. It has been suggested that women who develop postpartum depression may be more sensitive to the hormonal changes that take place after delivery and that these hormonal changes may contribute to emergence of depressive symptoms during the postpartum period.
With respect to depression after miscarraige, it is thought that some women may experience similar, although less dramatic, hormonal shifts. Whether these hormonal changes can directly precipitate an episode of depression is still unclear. However, we do know that most women report some degree of psychological distress after a miscarriage, and that about 1 in 10 women actually meet criteria for major depression. Risk factors for depression after miscarriage include a prior history of depression, having inadequate social supports and being childless. Symptoms of depression include feeling sad or blue, loss of interest in one’s usual activities, and hopelessness. If any of these symptoms emerge after a miscarriage, further evaluation is necessary."
This was from www.womensmentalhealth.org
"Can Women Suffer from Postpartum Depression After Miscarriage?
Published: October 19, 2006
After the birth of a child, it is common for women to experience some type of mood disturbance. Typically, it is relatively mild (postpartum blues). However, about 10-15% of women experience a more severe and disabling illness, postpartum depression. It has been suggested that women who develop postpartum depression may be more sensitive to the hormonal changes that take place after delivery and that these hormonal changes may contribute to emergence of depressive symptoms during the postpartum period.
With respect to depression after miscarraige, it is thought that some women may experience similar, although less dramatic, hormonal shifts. Whether these hormonal changes can directly precipitate an episode of depression is still unclear. However, we do know that most women report some degree of psychological distress after a miscarriage, and that about 1 in 10 women actually meet criteria for major depression. Risk factors for depression after miscarriage include a prior history of depression, having inadequate social supports and being childless. Symptoms of depression include feeling sad or blue, loss of interest in one’s usual activities, and hopelessness. If any of these symptoms emerge after a miscarriage, further evaluation is necessary."
This was from www.womensmentalhealth.org
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