Posted by Cindylou on January 8, 2002, at 6:56:11
In reply to Re: Pregnancy and meds » Krazy Kat, posted by Cindylou on January 7, 2002, at 17:42:20
Hi Kat, It's me again.
Just wondering, did your docs say that Lamictal could be reasonably safe during pregnancy? More so than Depakote (which I saw from a later post you have stopped)?Just curious for my own future pregnancy endeavors!
Thanks, cindy
> Hi Kat,
> Thanks so much for your response ... and I will be wishing you the very best throughout your pregnancy!!
>
> My pdoc and my ob/gyn both said they would have me stay on the meds throughout my pregnancy, so your decision to stay on low dose meds does go along with professional advice -- psychiatric and obstetric (they are both very good doctors, too.)
>
> I still fret, though, over the decision for myself. But you are SO RIGHT -- our emotional health, during pregnancy and after delivery, are probably just as crucial -- or more so -- to the health of our babies.
>
> My very best to you!!!! Keep me posted ...
> cindy
>
> > Cindy:
> >
> > You've voiced concerns very similar to mine. I'm getting ready to try for a first child, and I am Bipolar. Up to even a few months ago, I would have agreed with jm. But after doing some reading and talking to my docs, I think I will stay on at least a small dose of Prozac and perhaps Lamictal t/o.
> >
> > My pdoc pointed out that a depressed or manic expectant mother can be very dangerous to the baby as well.
> >
> > Prozac falls into the C category, which I believe means that they don't have any studies with pregnant women.
> >
> > My feeling is that if a low dose can help me be more stable t/o the pregnancy, it's worth it. Afterall, we all know how your emotions affect your health.
> >
> > - K.
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