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Q: postpartum depression on little sleep
asked by: Gisel on February 17th, 2008
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I just had my baby 11 days ago and I think she is the most beautiful and special thing EVER! The problem is I think I am getting postpartem depression. It doesn't happen all the time. Mainly at night. I think about cutting myself, hanging myself, but mostly hitting my head against things. I haven't done it, it just crosses my mind alot. The worst part is, as much as I love my little girl, when I am freaking out I think I am going to drop her. I picture myself just letting go and crying. I haven't done it and I don't think I will but sometimes it really scares me. I feel more anger towards my husband because I feel he doesn't help me when I really need it. Anyhow, I want to tell my doctor but I am terrified about going on pills. I never do good on those. Also my main concern is that if I am going through depression, will they take her away? Like I said, I don't go through it often. Just when I have only had 2 hours of sleep and I can't seem to do things right. I don't want to tell the doctor "yes I think I am going through postpartum depression." and then having them take her away. What do they do when and if you are going through it?
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replied on February 18th, 2008
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I had PPD with both of my children. They will not take her away from your for being on pills or having wild thoughts. What kind of pills have you tried in the past? do you remember the dosage? When you talk to the doctor make sure they know what kinds youve tried and how they made you feel so they can prescribe something different. Also try to drink as much water as possible, continue taking your prenatals, and sleep whenever she sleeps. Talk to your husband and make sure he knows how you are feeling so he can try and help out.
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