Depression in 2nd trimester?

Question

Im 21w 3d and the last couple weeks Ive been feeling so crummy. I wake up feeling so miserable like nothing could cheer me up in the whole world. I just want to stay in bed all day.

I feel deep down excited about this baby but mostly just scared. I don't know how to be a parent! I don't know how to buy the best car seat and breast pump and vibrating swing seat thing... I wanted a baby for so long and now I'm just mostly freaked out. I mostly don't feel all the happy glowy pregnancy things.. I feel fat and hungry and depressed and anxious and tired. Is this normal?!?

Answer

This is normal to feel overwhelmed and depressed! Not only are your hormones going crazy but the thought of a new baby is overwhelming, exciting, scary, and so many things! What you are going through 90% of pregnant women have gone through and the other 10% have to but will never admit it! You aren't alone. I will say this, if it gets to the point tgat your depression is too much I would talk to your OB about maybe getting on medication (he/she is not going to judge you for asking) because severe depression during pregnancy can lead to post partum depression and no mother should have to experience it. Just know you are not alone and don't be afraid to ask for help!! Congrats on your little one(:

Answer

I feel the same way but I was diagnosed with depression at age 16. I was switched to different meds when I found out I was pregnant so it's hard adjusting to those, my hormones, etc. I've been having a tough time these passed few weeks in my second trimester. I feel better physically but not mentally.

Answer

I don't know if it is normal, but that is exactly the way I feel!

Depression in 2nd trimester?

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