Any mommies out there or preggo with mental health challenges? If so, advice for an expecting mom is appreciated.

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Well, it depends the kind of challenge. Above everything talk therapy is absolutley needed. What is your issue? I have borderline.

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Yes! I have depression and anxiety. I have been medicated prior to conceiving. I was given the okay to keep taking my medication while pregnant and even through breast feeding. They obviously warned me that there could be risks. So far I have had no issues. I am not an emotional trainwreck! My moods remain very even and happy. I take cymbalta 30mg once a day. I'm almost 18 weeks! Hope this helps! Good luck!

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I'm bipolar. I took my meds through out my pregnancy with my daughter last year and successfully breastfed her as well. I'm currently 18wks pregnant with a healthy baby boy and am still taking my meds. Don't stop your medications without your OB and psychiatrist approval. Pregnancy and parenthood is challenging regardless!

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Focus on your diet and make sure to eat as fresh and pure as possible.

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Yes I have bpd, ptsd, adhd, and depression. How fun. Lol. But I think really leaning on any friends or family who are supportive of you is helpful. I have my boyfriend and he is great. I can't take medication though if things start acting up after the baby is born, I will consider it. I may try and find a new psychologist but I really don't know. I'd say try and focus on how special your baby is and how cute they will be. Getting pregnant has completely changed my life around and has given me a reason to live. I focus on how good of a mom I'll be (despite the nonbelievers) and how perfect my little girl will be. It's possible to do and I know I'll be a good mom. Just try and keep a good mindset. Good luck. You'll do great!

Any mommies out there or preggo with mental health challenges? If so, advice for an expecting mom is appreciated.

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