Medicated
26 Jan 2012 Leave a Comment
in Baby Mama, Depression, LIttle Blue Pill, Mental Illness Tags: Baby, Depression, Medication, Mental Illness, Pregnancy
I just wanted to post a quick update. I started medication on Monday after an appointment with my OB. They seem really willing to help with prenatal depression, which was reassuring, but I’m going to wait and see until after my therapy appointment tomorrow whether or not she recommends that I still go to a psychiatrist.
I’m so out of my element with this medication thing. Supposedly it should take awhile to feel the affects, and I might have to go through several dosage adjustments to find my level, so I can’t really tell if it’s working. I feel relief though knowing that at least it will end. I don’t have to worry about what if I can’t get a handle on this before the baby gets here or while DH is gone. At least the decision is made, and I know I will eventually feel better regardless.
So yeah, that’s where I’m at. Red and I have been talking when we can. Having her already have navigated these waters is really reassuring. She keeps reminding me that this is the right choice, and I’m being proactive instead of waiting for what we all know will turn into postpartum depression. She had another baby boy in December, by the way. He’s adorable, but he’s getting in the way of my phone calls.
I’ll keep you updated in how this whole medication thing goes, but I’m optimistic and that’s good.
