Prenatal depression

With all the hormones and emotions it takes a toll on more than just the physical. Try to stay in the moment and take it little by little. Even if all you were able to do is eat and shower take it as a win. No matter how little each step is a win.

Are you in the first trimester and also feeling sick? Just sharing for reference: I have a history of depression and anxiety and currently feeling sick with pregnancy symptoms and low low moods. I’m considering low dose antidepressants if it doesn’t normalize by 2nd trimester which my doctors would approve. Hang in there!

I also have a history or depression and prior to getting pregnant I was on antidepressants for 2 years, I weaned off in December knowing we were trying for baby #2. My OB told me at my 9 week appointment that if I felt depressed again we could talk about treatment. A few days later I felt like I couldn’t take it anymore and asked to talk about safe medication. I’m now 13 weeks and feeling so much better already! I was afraid to go back to any medication but it is safe and I just feel so much better and present again for daughter and husband. All of this to say, talk with your healthcare provider, there are better options than feeling depressed the whole time.