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Posted by mlj 123 on February 4, 2003, at 20:11:39
Im terrified to have a child. What if I go crazy if I go off the medicine? Will the baby suffer because Ive taken any kind of medicine for anxiety/panic? Can anyone offer me any advice. Ive been trobled by this for the last couple of months. I just dont want to miss out on such a wonderful experience. Im at that point in life where I have to think about having a child now.
Posted by one_little_victory on February 5, 2003, at 4:27:24
In reply to baby?, posted by mlj 123 on February 4, 2003, at 20:11:39
> Im terrified to have a child. What if I go crazy if I go off the medicine? Will the baby suffer because Ive taken any kind of medicine for anxiety/panic? Can anyone offer me any advice. Ive been trobled by this for the last couple of months. I just dont want to miss out on such a wonderful experience. Im at that point in life where I have to think about having a child now.
I don't have all the answers to your question and as a man it is of course different for me in the physical way anways. I am quite positive that taking anything before, as opposed to during a pregnancy won't usually harm for a mother. When it comes to having a child though you still want to make sure you are as in best mental shape as possible, or better than when you where really sick. Having a baby is a whole new world of stresses itself, but has it's rewards. From the background I come from though, I say you have to be very,very responsible and be that child's one and only reliability. You have a child for life obviously and not just until they get bigger and grow up. I hope that doesn't sound mean, its just my judgement.
Marc
Posted by calaway on February 7, 2003, at 11:11:02
In reply to baby?, posted by mlj 123 on February 4, 2003, at 20:11:39
When I decided to have my first child I was taking Anafranil. I spoke to my Dr. prior to getting pregnant and she was very supportive. She also said being on the antidepressant would help with the bavy blues. My son is a wonderful perfect 6 year old. I nursed him for 4 months.
By the time I wanted to have a second I was on Paxil. Again I asked my Dr. (I was in a new city so I had a new Doc.) Again she said yes and was very supportive. My daughter is an incredable 3 1/2 year old. I also breastfeed her for 10 months while also on the paxil. She is amazing, no word of a lye she was speaking 3 word sentences at 12 months. Both of my children are perfect. I don't know what med your taking but I would recommend talking to your dr. about what your on. I presonally don't see any reason why you can't have a baby. Best Luck
Posted by judy1 on February 7, 2003, at 12:51:39
In reply to baby?, posted by mlj 123 on February 4, 2003, at 20:11:39
What meds are you taking? My youngest just turned 1 and I have bipolar and panic disorders. Like the last poster my children are perfectly healthy and I was able to nurse part-time. I also took some medications during my first trimester and occasionally during pregnancy and after. I'll be happy to answer anything specific. Best of luck-judy
Posted by mlj 123 on February 8, 2003, at 13:54:52
In reply to Re: baby? » mlj 123, posted by judy1 on February 7, 2003, at 12:51:39
wow, I cant belive everyones responce. You people really helped me. Im not taking but 10 mg of Lexepro. Im just young and dont know alot about medication and having a child. Im not ready now but I really really want to have a child for me and for my husband but this has worried me so much because I didnt want to disappoint him....and me. I suffer from high anxiety and I only hope that I dont worry myself to death if I get pregnant. I also dont want this problem that I have to make me to scared to enjoy such a wonderful experience. I know I can be a wonderful mother and provide for a family. Im not insane Im just challenged dailey. Actually I havent had a panic attack or anxiety attack in 3 months or more. Thanks for all your wonderful advice. It means so much.
Posted by judy1 on February 8, 2003, at 18:33:47
In reply to Re: baby?, posted by mlj 123 on February 8, 2003, at 13:54:52
One of the great perks about pregnancy is that most people have considerably less anxiety once progesterone kicks in (usuually the second trimester). I'm sure you'll make a wonderful mother once you and your husband are ready. take care, judy
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