Mental health help

[OurBabyDerp]

I suffer from depression and anxiety, before i was pregnant i was slowly getting better but now i've started having dips in my depression again and i can't cope with it the way i used to because i refuse to self harm again especially while pregnant. Has anyone been through this themselves and found ways to cope? I've had to ring in work and say i can't make my shift today because i've got so bad, i'm talking to my boyfriend about it when he finishes work and i already have an appt with the midwife next wednesday so will mention it then as well. I'm really scared and don't know what to do, i hate feeling like this because it's not good for the baby which then makes me feel worse because how i feel could be harming my baby, it's a viscous cycle :( I'm 14w+6d

[juno92]

Im in the same boat as you. The only way I can cope is by thinking about the little baby I have growing inside me. He's my absolute world and always brings me out of my dark place. Also if you have a significant other you can rely on, that helps too.  My fiance is a huge part of my recovery. And is always there when I need reassurance or just to talk things through. If not even a close friend would do. I personally don't feel comfortable talking to my family about my depression and anxiety, infact none of them even know about it. But if you're really close to your parents or a sibling, definitely confide in someone. It doesn't fix the problem immediately but it helps ease your mind a little when you talk about it out loud. Especially during pregnancy when popping a pill to feel better isn't an option

[Krystara]

I'm diagnosed with both and was on heavy needs then stopped taking then when I found out I was pregnant . My symptoms were a lot better during my pregnancy , I mean I had a few panic attacks and got worked up a lot and for the depression it was ok buying stuff for my soon seemed to help and thinking about him helped a lot too . He turned a month old yesterday and I'm still not taking my meds I'm nursing but coping good still . I hope you ladies the best !!

[wishes2891]

I don't suffer from depression but I do from anxiety all the added pregnancy hormones makes it worse each pregnancy i turn into an almost complete recluse and hate leaving home. Just don't be afraid to talk to your midwife and accept whatever help she offers. And try to relax (I know way easier said than done!) If you're able to find things to do to distract yourself and get out of your own head for awhile :-)