want to get pregnant

[honkeyswife212]

i have odd, add, adhd,panic attacks, and bipolar disorder. i want to get pregnant but don't want to go insane. ive been off the pill a month and a 1/2 just went bc on two days ago. without the pill i don't have a regular period. what do i do to get pregnant and not hurt the baby? and what would be the easiest way for me to get pregnant?

[Jaquta]

I think that the doctor gave good advice.
I think opting to take the lowest dose possible to keep you healthy could be an option.
I know someone who became really unstable during pregnancy and tried to kill her fetus.  

The nurse on Ask a Nurse expert forum may also be able to offer some advice.

[Peter Forster]

This is the first of potentially many experiences of uncertainty related to being a parent.

What I do in the clinic with patients with this question is I encourage them to learn about the evolving literature on risks from various medications.

I also suggest that they reflect on the literature showing that mood episodes are definitely not good for the child either.

In other words, the choice is about balancing risks to your child, while thinking about what you need to take care of yourself, as well.... giving enough priority to taking care of yourself will be a big challenge for you when you are a mother if you are anything like other women I have worked with.

One online resource is the Massachusetts General Perinatal Psychiatry program which you can get to at -

http://www.womensmentalhealth.org/

[Jaquta]

I would discuss this with your own doctor.

Probably the easiest way to get pregnant is to have sex.

I'm not sure.  Making sure that you are in good health is a good starting place.  Eating well, not carrying excess weight, etc.
Some people suggest taking folic acid, (elevit) etc while trying to get pregnant.

Your profile says that you're only 17.  Are you sure you're ready for motherhood?

Talk to your doctor.  They will be better able to advise you.