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I think you are really brave for speaking up about it and reaching out for help, willing to try new things to help you and your son.
I was in the same boat last year and when I started therapy and they suggested medication I was so adamant that I wouldn’t do it. Anyway my therapist ended up convincing me and I am so glad that I did, don’t get me wrong the first few weeks of them are rough! But after that it generally did help massively. Just when you feel ready to come off them, make sure you titrate slowly x
I have been on antidepressants in the past and actually came off them before pregnancy and have been off them ever since. So it is definitely possible to come off them 🥰 sometimes we just need a bit of extra help through some periods of our life. You’re definitely doing the right thing and you should be proud of yourself for doing what’s best for you and your family x ☺️
Thank you for your lovely comments 🤍. I finally picked up the prescription yesterday, so far they are still in the bag but I plan to start tomorrow. Xx
It feels like a big thing at first but you will soon realise it’s ok and not any kind of defeat. Good luck 🥰
It is like using crouches when you need so to walk for a bit 🙂
You are doing the right thing by visiting all options to feel better, this is very brave and strong, your baby is very lucky to have you. Stress is so hard to deal with at times especially considering the lack of sleep and ever changing responsibilities. There are a lot of different antidepressantsthat exist, I never had to take any but know a fee friend who they really helped. Don't hesitate in pushing to try a different one if it does not feel right, and always listen to yourself. Strentgh to you, hang in there mamma xx