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Anti depressant medicine impact on baby
I have 9 months old baby. Before pregnancy I used to take Prodep 60mg anti depressants as I had anxiety and phobia issues. I stopped it when I became pregnant. Can I start taking it now? I started having those anxiety issues. I am breastfeeding and want to know would it impact my baby if I take that medicine?
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Pls consult your psychiatrist before taking any decision about continuing/discontinuing your medications.
It is better to manage your anxiety through psychotherapy.
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Consultation with a Clinical Psychologist for psychotherapy
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Practice deep breathing, talk to yourself and do some affirmations standing in front of the mirror when you're anxious.
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Though I am not a psychiatrist, but you should not take med or if you want to go with med, stop breastfeeding, you must handle your anxiety issues with the help of therapy, you will be benefited
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Ms. Kavita Sharma (PhD)
Counselling Psychologist
7 yrs exp
Udaipur
I appreciate that you are aware about your feelings and taking care of it, I also appreciate that you are approaching guidance from professionals. I understand as a mother what you must be going through, what things must be coming in your mind and thinking good for your baby. What you had shared. I suggest you to take proper consultation take proper detail from your doctor which will be helpful to you and for your child.
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Ms. Chellam Narendiran
Psychologist
10 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Hi,
Consult your doctor and take his opinion in the first go. When you were able to manage your pregnancy and till date with out medications. So i don't think you are dependent on medicines. If you feel, then its easy to get rid of those anxiety feelings through your past handling experiences.
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Take the support of psychologist or clinical psychologist
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1) Try to have good times with your kid (2) Develop hobby of your interest (3) Get active with physical exercises and yoga
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes, it will.
Instead seek a professional support to overcome your Anxiety permanently.
For a more confidential and private discussion, you can connect with me through this app for an online consultation...
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Ms. Rachana Menon
Clinical Psychologist
4 yrs exp
Bangalore
You should consult with your doctor with regard to the medication. You could start therapy in the mean time to help with the anxiety issues.
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Consult with your doctor. Start therapy.
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Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing
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