breastfeeding?" /> I was diagnosed today with MDD and PTSD-delayed. I was sexually and physically abused for many years as a child and have had issues since. I didn’t seek any professional help in the past due to foolishly thinking I could help myself. I am now 27, married and have a 7 month LO. My mental health has diminished a lot since last year and I have realized I can not help myself without meds. The physiologist who diagnosed me said I have two options: 1. Continue breastfeeding for another five months while attending counseling 2. Wean LO onto formula, start medicine and counseling simultaneously I am torn between the two. I had set a goal of at least a year for myself...but I know my mental health needs to come first. I asked my MIL and DH for their opinions. My MIL said to continue breastfeeding and my DH said it’s up to me. I need your opinions CC. **I have heard of depression meds safe during breastfeeding, but I don’t believe they are available to me since I have Tricare** *PLEASE NO SHAMING FORMULA OR breastfeeding MOMS*

Your health should come first. There is nothing wrong with formula.

Your baby will be fine with formula. Your baby won't be fine if you dip into a depressive state and can't properly look after her. I have depression and I know how hard it can get, you need to take care of your mental health first so that you can be the best parent. breastfeeding is good and all, but thankfully we live in a world where it isn't completely necessary. If you had to choose between taking pills for a heart condition or breastfeeding I'm sure the answer would immediately be the pills. Take care of you, so that you can take care of your little one. You're just as important

Your health is top priority- you cant give your little one the best care if you aren’t taking care of yourself. Do what you feel is best for you. This chunk is formula fed, and is as happy and healthy as can be.

I definitely think your health should come first. You can't be the best mom you want to be if your not taking care of yourself. There is nothing wrong with formula, it doesn't make you a bad mom to switch your little one so you can be a better you... 😊❤❤

I’m not sure if you’ve tried Zoloft but I’ve read it’s the most studied SSRI when it comes to pregnancy and breastfeeding .

Was in a similar situation as you long ago, but can't tell you what's best. I have a bias opinion matters like these since I'm a holistic nutritionist and overcame depression without medication. I've also assisted many of my clients with overcoming their depression and they all stopped taking medication. Medicating with anti-depressants won't solve the problem, and you will become dependent on it. It would be worth working with professional to heal the issues that you have trouble with. You have your whole life ahead of you, and taking medication will only get you so far. It takes a long time to work through the problems, but it can be done. Believe in yourself and that you are not your story. You are much more than that. You have great value in this world and your child is so fortunate to have a strong mother, as many would have given up.

I'd wean baby, ... wanna know what baby needs ? their mother, fully. Formula will do just fine. You and your baby will be happier.

There are some depression meds you can take while breastfeeding . I took Wellbutrin while pregnant and continued to take it while breast feeding. My hormones got way out of whack while I was pregnant, so I had to be on something or else I was a monster...

nothing wrong with formula. u need to be mentally healthy in order to give ur baby the best life possible. trust me I've been there. its tough cuz u want to be able to have that bond but ur still going to have that bond don't feel ashamed or bad. if mommy is happy and healthy then baby is too.

For your trauma, I think you should start the medication and counseling. I had to do the same thing for postpartum depression. If you’re not okay, your baby isn’t ok and I can promise you on formula, your baby will be perfectly fine.

Depression meds or breastfeeding?

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