What are you doing for postpartum depression?

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I feel so low and helpless. I don't want any depression meds in my breast milk. I slowly got of zoloft before having my baby boy on Wednesday. What are you doing that helped you? Please give me some words of hope.

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I take meds and see therapist. And I agree with comment above that just having those appointments on my calendar helps so much!

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I’m taking Zoloft.

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So sorry you’re going through it. Since you’re on medication, it sounds likely that you already have a therapist? If not or if you don’t like your current one, it’s time to find one near you or online via a telehealth practice- I will say that under the throes of PPD, you start to think that seeing a therapist is pointless because how can they really help? That’s the depression talking, don’t listen to it- make the appointment. I have one on Wednesday, two weeks post partum and just having the appointment on the calendar makes me feel a little better.
Other than that, I find journaling and simple goal setting for the day helps provide structure and makes me feel more in control and productive. It can be as simple as taking a shower, a walk around the block, or adding a vegetable to dinner. Then be forgiving of yourself if one or all don’t get done. After all, you’re caring for a newborn and you ARE doing a great job! It’s just time to take care of yourself now!

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Omega 3 can help immensely- with it without medication, find a good fish oil and take it a few times a day. Will also help babies brain development

What are you doing for postpartum depression?

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