anyone else had prenatal depression?

[zareenawifey]

My midwife and doctor have informed me that I am suffering from prenatal depression. I thought it was just hormones this time around giving me a hard time, but apparently what I'm feeling it's not how most pregnant women feel. The feelings of anxiety and loneliness every single day. Like there is no way out. I have a 20 month old son and am a stay at home mum, 30 weeks pregnant. Has anyone else had prenatal depression? Please share your story. And what helped. My midwife says I need to see a therapist but I don't see the point, I feel like no one can help me.

[Jasmine00007]

One thing that you can try is yoga. I've found yoga to help me a lot especially for my anxiety. Look up yoga for pregnant women or for depression and you'll see that there's a lot of options that can help you. It's very relaxing and it helps your mind clear away from the negative thoughts. Just give it a try, at first it's hard to focus but with practice you'll be able to do it. Or if you don't want to do the pregnant women yoga exercises you can just simply listen to relaxing music while practicing your inhale and exhale.b

[Buzzbeemommy]

Yes, I have it also. Well in general I have bipolar disorder along with other anxiety disorders and major depression but I choose not to take medication  (though I think I'll start after I have this baby) I'm also a stay at home mom with my 2 yr old boy. I'll be honest, I can go a week without showering or  brushing my teeth because "what's thr point". Sometimes I feel so lonely I cry, hubby works 50-70 hours a week and it's so lonely. I barely look in thr mirror because I feel disgusted with what I see, I mostly just try to keep my toddler busy and watch Netflix all day in my pajamas. I have a hard time picturing even working again or going to school to get a degree or even making friends. It isn't easy, and some days I don't see the light at the end of the tunnel. What helps me is just faking it until the "funk" dies down a little. I just try to keep the house clean and try to plan things with family and get in touch with old friends, I try to keep myself busy so I feel accomplished, I notice on days I go to the store or clean thr house or empty some boxes from the garage or clean the yard I feel proud and happier. Therapy can be beneficial, I personally enjoy going because you can just vent everything and they listen. They do care about how you're feeling and help you find ways for you to feel better on your own, it really helps a lot of people. If you can, I suggest you try it out just a few times. It's so relieving to go in and pour your guts out and cry like a baby, I miss it lol I haven't been in years and if I had the money I'd start again. Good luck I hope you find what helps you cope

[BayleeMamaBear]

It might seem like there is no point in talking to a therapist, but realize that it is part of the depression. Talking to a therapist will help you understand what you are feeling a why. Like above, try to get out and about, even if it is just a walk around the block. And if you really don't want to go to a therapist, talk to someone you trust. It doesn't have to be about how you're feeling, but just talk. Good luck, I know it is hard, but keep looking forward to your 20 month old and the new baby on the way, they are the light of our lives.

[KelzLanigan]

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[KelzLanigan]

Try getting out and about half hour aday… make a new rounte for you and 20month boy… it sounds as if your to couped up within your home! Go out rain or shine! i havent got prenatal but i did have postnatal and was a stay at how until my child reached 2yrs old… i beat it by going out same time everyday… also what didnt help me was a moved from my home town to a new one and didnt know anyone… once i csme out of my depression i went to mothers and toddler groups :)